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Interesting scenario HSMP->HSMP (not extension)

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tomkin
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Interesting scenario HSMP->HSMP (not extension)

Post by tomkin » Fri Mar 02, 2007 1:58 pm

I am just wondering if someone has HSMP approval and does not apply for FLR(HSMP) or EC with in 6 months.

Can he/she apply for a fresh HSMP approval again, even if it was already approved six months ago ?

Experts please oblige :)
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skilachi
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Post by skilachi » Fri Mar 02, 2007 4:22 pm

Yes u can re-apply but that doesnt guarantee that ur application will be approved though.

Why wud u wanna do that especially if u've been already approved in the 1st instance and thats why the 6months period is there so u can apply for FLR or EC.
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Post by tomkin » Fri Mar 02, 2007 4:26 pm

Thanks for the reply mate.

Here is the story.

I will finish 3 years in November in UK on WP. I was thinking if i apply for HSMP in July then apply for FLR in October then i am guaranteed to get ILR.

I have already applied for HSMP and result is expected any time next week.

I hope I am clear on this.
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Post by tomkin » Fri Mar 02, 2007 4:35 pm

Why does it not guarantee approval, if the docs are correct ?

Is there any rule regarding applying twice ? Please reply
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vc
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Post by vc » Sat Mar 03, 2007 9:18 am

But you still can't say there will be no changes to this scheme between now and oct 07....
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Post by rajeevanand » Sat Mar 03, 2007 9:45 am

Eaxctly, looks like HO is on a change drive every 6 months. There is no guarantee rules will not change again. Come April, you may see some more changes.

Already affected a lot of people. First the ILR period changed from 4 to 5 yrs. Now HSMP rules have changed. But, I must agree the new scheme is much friendly. Problem lies with the case-worker. If they use a bit more common sense, it would be great. Sometimes, applications are refused for bizarre reasons.
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Post by meggles » Mon Mar 05, 2007 9:21 am

i'm in a simliar boat. my timeline is this:

sep 03- initial 2 year WP
sep 05- WP extension (3 years)
dec 06- HSMP approved
mar 07- Waiting on FLR(HSMP)
jun 08- take "life in the UK test"
sep 08- apply for ILR
sep 09 apply for citizenship.

i won't have to apply for HSMP extension, whcih is def a good thing. i'm planning on part time work & part time study in sep 07...

however, in sep 08, i must be able to show that i'm in employment and a benefit to the country....
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Post by tomkin » Wed Mar 07, 2007 10:25 am

So can this be achieved? There were no clear answers.

Gurus, please reply.
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mcu
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Post by mcu » Wed Mar 07, 2007 7:41 pm

If you check your approval letter, it is written that if not applied, you have to make a fresh application with new fee. Better is to ask from Home Office, and post here as well if got any response from them.
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