Applying ILR based on Work Permit - Reg

[manthiralaya]

Dear All,

I am working under Work Permit (UK) [Serving Business Needs]. My Entry Clearance stamping has a validity for 5 years from May 2006. For some reasons of document delay, I entered UK after 68 days from my starting date of Entry Clearance. That is, I have a shortage of 68 days to complete 5 years life in UK. I am still working for the same employer from 2006 and I will be continuing (according to Employer).

Can I get any sugesstion whether I am eligible to apply ILR based on the above or I need to apply for an extension of Certificate of Sponsorship?

Thanks in advance.

Regards,
Manthiralaya

[xyz123]

what is work permit (Serving Business Needs). All work permit holder serve business needs....

You have a gape of 40 days between your eligibility and visa expiry (one can apply 28 days before completion of ILR qualifying day). there are some exclusions affecting those who were given 5 year work permit visa but it is down to case worker's descretion.

do a search on the forum and you will find the relevant clause, then decide how it impacts your situation.