ILR for Global Talent Visa Dependent

[kms14]

I came to the UK in January 2021 on a Tier 2 visa and switched to Global Talent visa in August 2023. At the same time, my partner also switched to GTV Dependent. Since January 2024, I have been on an ILR.

Now, my partner is eligible for their ILR on 4 December (28 days before 5 years of their first Tier 2 dependent visa approval date - i.e. 01.01.2021). I have a few question and would be immensely grateful for answers.

1. As far as I have understood the guidance on Gov UK, my partner needs to fill the SET (O) for ILR application even though I do have an ILR. Have I understood that correctly ?

2. Can my partner submit their online application form in the next few days and book biometrics on/after 4 December? Or would the online application be rejected if submitted before the eligibility date of 4 December even if the Biometrics is done after their eligibility ?

Thanks in advance.

[zimba]

1. Yes

2. No.

Read --> All you need to know about applying early, the application date, 28-day concession and more

[kms14]

@zimba Thank you so much for your answers and the link. Very useful.

Sorry for the confusion - did the "NO" for the question 2 was for the first part or the second part ?

Based on the link you sent, I assume you mean that the online application will NOT be rejected if submitted today as long as the biometrics is done after eligibility.

[zimba]

The date of ILR decision is all that matters. Every other date mostly becomes irrelevant