Tier 2 PBS dependant application proof of relationship

[im0001]

Hi All,

My PBS dependant visa is due an extension and I would really appreciate if you can help me with the questions below:

Can the application for the extension of Tier 2 PBS dependant visa (on its own, not with the main applicant) be submitted 2 months before the expiry date on the visa?

Thanks

[CR001]

If the main applicant is still a tier 2 visa holder and also needs an extension, then you can only apply when the main visa holder does. You cannot apply independently on your own.

[im0001]

Hi,
Thanks for your response. The main applicant is on ILR and I will be extending the visa on my own. Can I apply 2 months before the expiry date?

[CR001]

On what basis did you partner obtain ILR, PBS route or long residence?

You can apply at any time. It will be a 3 year extension.

Have you been maintaining funds for 90 days?

[im0001]

Thanks again for your response. The ILR was received based on the Tier 2 General five year route. Yes, that funds have been maintained for past 4 months.

[im0001]

Hello,

I am applying for the extension of my PBS dependant Visa. I am dependant on my Husband who is now on ILR.
Do I need to submit the proof of relationship with my visa application? Below is the text from the guidance notes which states that it's not needed if you are married. Please, can someone clarify?


"Where you are applying as the partner of a PBS migrant but are not married or in a civil
partnership with them you will need to provide documents to show that you have been living in
a relationship akin to marriage/civil partnership for a period of at least two years – documents
should therefore cover the whole of this period. Documents will only be accepted where they
are from official sources such as utility bills or NHS registration."