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profemebee:
so this means whether i go with the date on my 1st BRP or the date on the visa letter in the ILR calculator doesn't really matter

It is the day i was physically in the uk that matters then..

I will input the BRP date (because this is the same date i used in my spousal visa FLR M extension application) when asked for and look at the results in the ILR calculator... thanks

I need to be consistent with the dates so i'm not putting different dates in the application from what i put earlier..

I'm asking because i need to know what date to put in the "When was the start date of your first relevant visa that goes toward the continuous period for this ILR application?" in the ILR calculator so it can determine what day i can apply from

Divine88:
I have never used the ILR calculator before. But I am sure the question on the ILR application is something like this - When did you arrive in the UK?

profemebee:
the arrival to the UK isn't the issue... it is the first visa start date that's not clear because i have 2 different dates.. one being the date on 1st BRP and another date being the start date on the 1st visa letter i got while in Nigeria

I used the BRP date in my FLR M visa extension application but i feel like maybe i made a mistake using that

I highlighted the field i'm referring to in the screenshot attached which is the https://immigrationstory.uk/en-gb/tools/ilr-calculator..

The dates will differ for ILR qualification when i use either of the 2 dates

I just need to know which of the 2 dates to use in the highlighted field

profemebee:
the arrival to the UK isn't the issue... it is the first visa start date that's not clear because i have 2 different dates.. one being the date on 1st BRP and another date being the start date on the 1st visa letter i got while in Nigeria

I used the BRP date in my FLR M visa extension application but i feel like maybe i made a mistake using that

I highlighted the field i'm referring to in the screenshot attached which is the https://immigrationstory.uk/en-gb/tools/ilr-calculator..

The dates will differ for ILR qualification when i use either of the 2 dates

I just need to know which of the 2 dates to use in the highlighted field

newbie715:
In my opinion, I think you are placing more emphasis on the calculator than required. As far as I am aware, it's there to help you estimate when you can apply so if you use the BRP date for the calculator, whatever date it gives you will work as it is the latest date out of all 3 dates (date on your visa, date you arrived and date on your BRP) you are considering.

I can understand that you want to be consistent with your application and the dates you have provided previously. For consistency on your actual forms, you can use the date on your BRP like you have used before then in the notes or other information section of the application form, you can say that the date you used is based on your BRP but that you arrived the UK on xyz.

When I came here in 2015, BRP wasn't a thing. It was when I renewed that I got my first BRP. The question on the actual immigration forms have always been along the lines of 'date you arrived the UK' or something similar and that is the date I used on all my forms.

profemebee:
thanks, yea all i'm trying to do is to know the date i qualify to put in an ILR application (baring in mind my 80days out f the UK) and also to be careful about any form of inconsistency

I haven't even done the Life in the UK test ..

Apologies for my questions.. i'm sure I will have more lol..

I rather ask questions than risk the ILR visa fees and all by applying too early, etc

My case with timeline is somewhat interesting

BRP date: Sept 2019

Arrival in UK: Oct 2019

FLR M Spousal visa renewal online application: June 2022

Successful email confirmation from Home Office for the FLR M Spousal visa renewal online application: March 2023 (There was a major delay with the whole backlog and it took almost 9months to get a response from Home Office)

Granted permission to stay in the UK by Home Office until: Sept 2025 (which is 30months from March 2023)

This means I would have been 5years 11months ish by Sept 2025 with about 80 days out of the UK

All BRPs are phased out by 31st Dec 2024 and everyone will use the online share code feature

So do i wait till 28days from Sept 2025 for ILR?

Or i can apply earlier once I have 5years (and maybe 3 months extra due to 80days out of the UK)?

newbie715:
With the latest information you have provided, it is easier to wade in.

Firstly, your 80 days absence, is that in total since you moved here or for the period of the current visa. Actually, it doesn't matter either way, the absence rule is calculated as 180 days of absence in a 12 month period so your 80 days is nothing. Also, interestingly, that absence rule does not apply to spouse visa for ILR, it comes in when you apply for citizenship but not ILR (see the link on page 1 of this thread) but even at that your 80 days is well within the limit.

No, you do not need to wait till 28 days before September 2025. Use Oct 2019 which is when you arrived here. So by Oct 2024, you would have been here for 5 years. Ideally 28 days before that date is fine but I'd say give it a further 30 days and apply. So apply from end of Nov and you should be fine.

Life in the UK test, once you've passed it does not expire so I'd say try and get that sorted soon.

All the best.

profemebee:
thanks for the response

80 days is the total days out of UK since i moved here

Glad to know that my 80days is still within the limit

I was just confused if i needed to wait till 28days from Sept 2025 or as long as i have 5years. i can just add a few months to it and apply

I'm thinking Jan 2025 for the application so that's some extra months into 5years.. will also get Life in the UK test done

I have some more questions:


1. Can i apply for ILR with the UK Naric certificates I used for the 2 previous spousal applications for this ILR?

English Language Proficiency Statement: The NARIC certificates confirmed the Level of English Language for my uni and master degrees is confirmed to meet requirements of CEFR Level C1.

Academic Qualification Level Statement: UK NARIC also evaluated my uni and master degrees.

Can i still use them and not need to write any B1 English proficiency exams?

NARIC will do, just as last time



2. Mortgage Statement: Exactly how and where do i get this from? Do i request from my mortgage provider 28days before online application or is this a statement that was given when I got a mortgage?

Usually the statement given at the start of your mortgage - Just to satisfy accommodation requirements.

3. Regarding FLR(M) and SET(M),

From page 1, it says SET - Settlement then (M) is a category of Settlement visa used by immediate relatives of a settled person in the UK.

It seems a lot of comments and experiences here were SET(M) but i'm on FLR(M) as my wife is British.

Should I be concerned that there are few FLR(M) comments here or it is almost the same?

I'm a bit confused

It is SET(M) https://visas-immigration.service.gov.uk/product/set-m

4. Is it true I have to include a letter from my employer(s) to confirm the days I was out of the UK during the 5years was during my annual leave period?

Your letter from employer is to verify you are employed i.e your contract details, your position, how long you've been with them and the verification of the 6 or 12 months payslips you are submitting.

I would advise you set up camp with this forum. Link below. Your questions will be better answered there.
https://www.immigrationboards.com/viewforum.php?f=44&sid=bb375ada1c3ea976edc4b37ed2391afc

Pakinsluv:
Hi All,

Please has anyone used the ID verification app for biometrics for this ILR Set (M) application? Or know someone that has used it for any type of ILR?

I know people that have used it for Tier 2 residence extension but not ILR.

I am currently out of the country due to work. So I want to know if it's something I can do online with the new way of proving identity.

Please advise.

profemebee:
hi thanks for the quick response

Regarding nos2... are you referring to the Mortgage First Payment Notice letter from the lender Or the Completion letter from solicitor?

Or is it a statement i can request from the lender just the way we request for bank statement?

I don't have any other Mortgage statement as at when i completed the mortgage.. Just these 2 i mentioned above

Thanks for the link too.. will look through it

lawrenzoh:
I greet you my brother. I see this thread is for ILR... as I do not want to derail the thread can I ask you in private about FLR M extension. I just need a few questions as I've pretty much covered the requirements.

I've sent you an email request, but if it's okay, I am happy to ask my questions here.

What do you think?

newbie715:
There is a thread for FLR M but it's not very active

https://www.nairaland.com/3253552/applying-flr-after-initial-uk

You can post your questions here as the people here have gone theough that process and might be able to help.

lawrenzoh:
Thanks for your response.

For my first FLR M application, my English test was at a B1 level (GESE Grade 5 by Trinity College), I'd like to know if I need to sit another English test for the application extension or is my test result still valid for this new application.

Secondly, for my extension, do I have to pay Health surcharge. I'm not particularly sure if I have to or not.

Rerin:
Hello All,
Please help to advise.
I hereby reach out to enquire on the immigration status of our 3 kids who are presently in the United Kingdom.
The history goes as thus:

Child 1 was born outside UK in 2009 when I (their father) regularised my immigration status with 2 years visa, while the mother had no uk immigration status and both child and mother resident in Nigeria then.

Child 2 was born outside UK in 2011 when I (their father) was on Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) status while the mother had no uk immigration status and both child and mother resident in Nigeria then.

Child 3 was born outside UK in 2014 when I (their father) was on Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) status while the mother had no uk immigration status and child and mother were resident in Nigeria then.

I (their father) became a British Citizen in 2021 and recently brought them to United Kingdom with, D-Child App FM (standard) visa from 5 April 2023 until 5 January 2026 for the 3 kids, while their mother came in as PARTNER (standard) from 5 April 2023 until 5 January 2026. All are currently settled in UK.

The enquiry is if our 3 kids are eligible for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) or to apply to become a British Citizen after the expiration of their current visa by 28 January 2026, or apply for their naturalization after 2 years of residing in UK ?

Perhaps, kindly advise on what each child is eligible for after the expiration of their current visa by 28 January 2026 as we are yet to know.

We will appreciate your quick response and procedure Thanks all.

lawrenzoh:
Thanks for your response.

For my first FLR M application, my English test was at a B1 level (GESE Grade 5 by Trinity College), I'd like to know if I need to sit another English test for the application extension or is my test result still valid for this new application.

Secondly, for my extension, do I have to pay Health surcharge. I'm not particularly sure if I have to or not.

justwise:
If you have used the same test result for the first application then you can use it again for extension, no need for another test.

newbie715:
Hiya. I am not too sure about your first question, I didn't go down that route myself.

For your second question. Yes, you need to pay the health aurcharge to extend your visa.

lawrenzoh:
I greet you my brother. I see this thread is for ILR... as I do not want to derail the thread can I ask you in private about FLR M extension. I just need a few questions as I've pretty much covered the requirements.

I've sent you an email request, but if it's okay, I am happy to ask my questions here.

What do you think?

Pakinsluv:
Hello all,

Seems like Super priority service is not available for ILR Set(M)? I have been refreshing since amd nothing. Even at midnight.
Please is there any other way? Because I don't understand. Should it be only on weekdays? As I have been trying it on a Sunday night, also Monday 12am, still nothing

profemebee:
hi

Were you still able to pay for Super priority service for your ILR Set(M) application?

Pakinsluv:
Yes I did. I just kept refreshing from morning till afternoon. I got one around 1pm on a Monday.

profemebee:
hi everyone,

One of the requests from UK Home Office for ILR in the Employment letter from employer is for the employer to confirm the current gross annual salary and the "period this gross annual salary" began

My wife's employer has refused to add this "period this gross annual salary" in the letter, as they just confirmed her gross annual salary, and her job title and that her role is permanent.

What do i do? Does this affect anything?

She is the British citizen and i have always used her documents when applying for the initial spousal visa and the FLR M spousal visa extension ..

Her employer also refused to verify her payslips but this isn't on the official documents requests from UK Home Office.. i'm just focused on her employer adding the "period this gross annual salary" began

I highlighted the requirement in the attached screenshot which is for the Employment evidence for Spouse/Sponsor

justwise:
The most important thing in that employment letter is to confirm if your wife is a full time employee, when she started working with the company till current date and her annual salary, that is all.

What do you mean by verifying the payslip?

newbie715:
@profemebee

Hi,

For my applications, my husband's employers used to confirm that he was a permanent staff, how long he had worked there and how much he earned, they never confirmed how long he had earned that particular amount for and I had no issues. To be fair, they used to also sign the payslips, not sure why her employers are being difficult about signing payslips.

Home office can view salary consistency from the payslips. Is there a difference in her salary evident in the payslips i.e has her salary increased or decreased in the 6 months payslips you have?

profemebee:
Thanks for the quick response.

The screenshot in my original post has the period the gross salary was earned, and it is gotten from ILR application.. that's why i'm worried

Also, she had a payslip verification letter in the FLR M application we did last time, and so thought we should get it again to confirm the payslips are genuine