Will it reset my clock if I move from dependent of a Skilled worker holder to Skilled worker(Tier 2 general)

[alexjohn1990]

Hi all,

I have a question on the clock re-set when moving from a dependent Visa. I am currently a dependent on my spouse's skilled worker Visa(Tier 2 general). We are here from almost 8 months now. If I am to move to a Skilled worker Visa myself(Tier 2 general), will it count the 8 months that I am already in the country or will it reset my clock to be considered for the permanent residency?

Thanks in advance.

[CR001]

Your clock resets to zero if you switch to Skilled Worker visa.

You cannot combine dependent visa time with main visa time to make up 5 years for ILR.

[alexjohn1990]

Thanks for the response on this.

What if I manage to get only a 2-3 years sponsorship for now from a sponsor and later ends up not getting it extended? How will it effect my ILR?
What would happen if I need to be tagged as a dependent again later down the line?

Regards
Alex

[CR001]

Each time you switch between dependent and main visa holder and back to dependent, your 5 year ILR clock resets to zero.

For ilr based on 5 years residence, you need 5 continuous years as a dependent OR 5 continuous years as they main skilled worker visa holder.

[alexjohn1990]

Thanks again. This helps.