HSMP Scheme Forum Discussion Topics (Supporters Forum) HSMP Scheme Forum Discussion Topics http://www.ukresident.com/forums/index.php Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:30:35 +0000 5 Tier 1 Refused http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/125770-tier-1-refused/
They awarded me all the point I claimed

Qualification---35 points awarded for my masters which i did in india

Earnings---35 points awarded

UK experience---5 points awarded

Age---10 points awarded

English language---10 points awarded

Maintenance---10 points awarded

105 points in Total

Now the reason that they gave me was----FAILURE TO DISCLOSE MATERIAL FACT

"IN YOUR APPLICATION YOU FAILED TO DISCLOSE THE FOLLOWING FACTS. YOU PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED A POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA FROM WESTMINSTER COLLEGE OF COMPUTING TO OBTAIN LEAVE UNDER INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE SCHEME AND THEN ONTO TIER 1 POST STUDY WORK VIA THE TRANSITIONAL.
I AM SATISFIED THAT THESE FACTS WERE MATERIAL TO THE APPLICATION BECAUSE IN VIEW OF THE FACT THAT YOU WERE AWARDED A POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION BY WESTMINSTER COLLEGE OF COMPUTING THE SECRETARY OF STATE IS NOT SATISFIED THAT YOU HAVE OBTAINED A DEGREE QUALIFICATION ON A RECOGNISED DEGREE COURSE AT A UK PUBLICLY FUNDED OR HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION OR A BONA FIDE UK PRIVATE EDUCATION INSTITUTION WHICH MAINTAINS SATISFACTORY RECORDS OF ENROLMENT AND ATTENDANCE..
FOR THE ABOVE REASONS, I AM ALSO SATISFIED THAT YOU HAVE USED DECEPTION IN THIS APPLICATION."

No right to appeal as I still have around 1 month visa validity (PSW visa validity)

The college was bona fide when I was studying there and I genuinely completed my PG Diploma in that college later on I heard the news that the same college was closed on the basis of scam of fake certificate issuances for money.

Please guide me what shall I do now as it is really annoying and hurting as I did study genuinely. I got IGS visa for 1 year and later on IGS TO TIER 1 PSW extension for another year so how can they tell me now that they are not satisfied?

Will appreciate your help]]> Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:30:35 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/125770-tier-1-refused/ Psw Before 31.03.2009 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/115365-psw-before-31-03-2009/
i am on psw.i have enough points to quilify for tier 1 on the basis of bachelor degree before 31.03.2009.when i changed my status from student to psw after completing my degree from greenwich university,i calculated my points on hsmp calculator in september 2008.i am under 27 yrs 4 months now..i thought i will be ok and easily qualify for tier 1 general.but after home office changed rule in march 2009.now if i do master,i can not earn enough money to claim earning points.and i may be lose points for age during this time.

i checked tier 2 points calculator.there is option switiching from psw still available.i am requesting to hsmp forum ltd.
would u pls ask to home office to include psw option in tier 1 points calculator.i mean whoever is on psw visa can claim 30 points automatically.all members and moderators of hsmp forum ltd. and ukresident.com are doing excellent job to help the skilled migrant workers.

i request to all and uk border agency,pls thing about the future of the people who has already changed their status from student to psw after the introduction of scheme.all the psw holders who got their visas from uk border agency on the basis of bachelor or pgd are really in mess and very disappointed.they do not know what they should do.

this rule is ok for newcomers .they can plan everything.but think about people who are on psw on the basis of bachelor or pgd.can hsmp forum ltd. or ukresident.com members (skillclear,visa direct john victoria susi)help them to get out of this difficult situatuion?

it is not hard for uk border agency to include option of switiching from psw to tier 1 general in terms of claiming points like it is in tier 2.

i hope everybody will give atention on this issue and will do some positive work.

anxiosly waiting for response.

thanks.

best regards.
shaz
]]> Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:44:20 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/115365-psw-before-31-03-2009/ Tier 1 Extension - How Long, And Timing Of Future Ilr http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/125506-tier-1-extension-how-long-and-timing-of-future-ilr/
I've scoured the forums, but can't find answers to questions.

1. My HSMP visa is due to expire on 25 May 2010. When should I apply for the Tier 1 extension?

- How long does the decision take (approximately)? Note: My case is very standard - one employer since I came to the UK 18 months ago. I have standard payslips, etc. I even opened a Halifax bank account which sends statements covering 3 month periods. My application should be pretty straight forward

- Will my extension be timed from the day my application is received, or from the day they make the decision?

2. I know ILR is calculated as a continuous 5 year period, but how precise are they on this? It seems to me that it is tricky to go the 'usual' Tier 1 / HSMP route to ILR as the Tier 1 / HSMP visa periods are exactly 2 + 3 = 5 years. Given that you probably won't come to the UK on the exact day of the approval of your entry clearance, or that you will not be granted your extension on exactly the last day of your initial visa expiry period, surely this makes it near to impossible to time exactly 5 years in the UK under the Tier 1 / HSMP program?

3. What happens after your 5 year tier 1 visa has expired, if you haven't been in the UK for exactly 5 years? Can you extend the Tier 1 visa again?

To set the context for the above three questions, I am moving to a really good job on the 1st May. However, I would rather start the new position with my visa extended; I don't want to walk in with only 25 days left on my Visa (expires 25 May 2010), or with no passport at all because I have submitted it to the Home Office! Furthermore, if there are any issues with my application and I have to appeal I want to sort them out before I start the new job. But on the other hand I don't want to harm my chances for ILR. Although from what I can tell, it's almost impossible to get ILR on the Tier 1 / HSMP route anyway. Eg my initial HSMP visa was approved on 25 May 2008, but I only came to the UK on 12 June 2008. Does this mean I've already blown my chances at ILR no matter when I extend?

Help! Extension forms are bundled up and ready to go, but not sure on the timing.]]> Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:46:35 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/125506-tier-1-extension-how-long-and-timing-of-future-ilr/ Tier 1 General To Tier 4? http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124908-tier-1-general-to-tier-4/ I have a Tier 1 visa which was issued in March 2009 and will expire in March 2012. Since visa issue my plans and circumstances have changed dramatically and I have not yet come to the UK to look for work etc.
I have been accepted onto an excellent MSc degree which begins in Oct 2010. The course will finish in Sept 2011. I intend to pursue this course.
I know that I can study on the Tier 1 but if I decide to pursue some work in the UK after the MSc then I will have issues when it comes to extending the Tier 1 because I may not have enough time to reach the requires level of earnings.

QUESTION
Can I apply for a student visa (given that I have a Tier 1)?


Thx in advance]]> Mon, 01 Mar 2010 17:50:44 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124908-tier-1-general-to-tier-4/ Fresh Talent Visa (Fts) To Tier 1 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124760-fresh-talent-visa-fts-to-tier-1/
My friend has been on FTS visa for almost 2 years. He has been running a computer shop during this time. The sale of this shop is around £20,800. He needs to show £20,000 for Teir-1 (General).

He is confused whether this amount that he is suppossed to show would be before or after tax?

Cheers,]]> Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:46:49 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124760-fresh-talent-visa-fts-to-tier-1/ Service For Checking Payslip Wanted http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124803-service-for-checking-payslip-wanted/
I need someone to take a look at my payslips and let me know if it is usable for Tier 1 General extension application.

I'm willing to pay a small fee.

How much would this cost and who should I contact?


Many Thanks.]]> Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:33:42 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124803-service-for-checking-payslip-wanted/ Tier 1 General Refused http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124774-tier-1-general-refused/ The story is My tier1 got refused.
actually what happend that when i was on fresh talent visa i started my own business and got the job with one of the IT copmay as Business Acccount Manager and after 8 months my compnay has decided to promote me as a Buisness development manager and the are agreed to apply a wp as well for me so they had to apply a wp as a Business development manager.Wp been issued and i got redudant as account manager so technicaaly i didnt take new position within the company bust Ho refused without look into th situation properly so i decided to challenge that case in the High court as i didnt have right of appeal when my barristers asked hingh court weather if this case is arguable or not judge decided that yes thsi case is arguable in the court and then high court sent the litigation to the Ho and asked them to represnt in the court and now just two days ago Ho asked my barrister to withdraw the case as they are agreed to look into the matter again.So finger crossed

Can any one suggests on that if what can happen now?]]> Thu, 25 Feb 2010 08:17:31 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124774-tier-1-general-refused/ Hsmp Tier 1 Extension - Maintenance Funds Problem http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124519-hsmp-tier-1-extension-maintenance-funds-problem/
Could you please take a look at my history and help to find out what my chances are?!

I'm currently under HSMP Tier 1 (General) visa. The visa was granted on 23 April 2008 for 2 years.
As my visa expires on 24th April 2010, I have started to prepare all the paperwork the extension application for 3 more years.

I meet successfully all the requirements, however my bank account went below £800 for a short period of time in Jan 2010.
So if I use the bank statements from Jan-Fev-Mar 2010 for the 3 months period maintenance funds requirement, it will show that I had some days where the balance was under £800.

The balance of this account was over £1000 for the whole 2009 year - and I have bank statements to prove it.
It went below £800 just on mid Jan 2010 and and now it's back over £1000.

So the problem is this short period of time in Jan 2010.

What my chances are in this case?!?

Here it is some of my background:

- I've being living in UK for 4 years [2006-2010] (2 years Work Permit Visa + 2 years HSMP)
- I've being working for the same company for all 4 years period
- I've being paying my taxes regurlarly for all 4 years period
- I have built my career and life here over these 4 years, I still have the same job and have established myself here.
- I never needed to make use of UK public funds whilst in the United Kingdom
- I had the balance over £800 for over a year - it went below £800 just for one month.

The clock is ticking and I really don't know what to do.
It doesn't make any sense to leave my carreer, my job and life ukbehind , especially if I have being following all the rules here.

Any help/advice would be much appreciated!!!

Kind regards,

Denison]]> Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:17:58 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124519-hsmp-tier-1-extension-maintenance-funds-problem/ Help With Documentation http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124788-help-with-documentation/
I am just getting ready to send my application for Tier 1, switching from a work permit (that is valid until Sept 11). I would really appreciate if someone could help me with the queries I have below.

1. I have a Masters in Engineering (Electronics Engineering) from the University of Sheffield. The points based calculator only allows me to select 'Masters Degree' and 'Engineering' . Do I need to get a NARIC letter to be sure that my qualification is valid?

2. I have printed out 12 months of eonline payslips, which automatically prints the company's logo (therefore didn't use letterhead) and someone in HR had stamped it. However, the stamp does not have the company's logo, and only states 'This is a certified true copy' and is signed. However, she didn't even have a business card I could attach.

3. The bank had stamped my online statement printouts with a stamp that only shows the branch name and sort code (no signature confirming authenticity or logo). Also, it has been printed on non-letterhead, but with the bank logo at the printed at the top of the page.

I am slightly concerned that my payslips and statements don't look like it has been actually stamped and signed by HR and the bank (the stamps look like something I could have bought off a stationery store and signed myself). HR had provided a letter confirming I have been in employment from 2006 and my current salary (this is slightly higher than the amount I am claiming for as I got a slight raise this year) - but from the guidance, it looks like it's no good if it doesnt match the amount I'm claiming and is not broken down into gross and net. Is this right?

4. If I am claiming points for English Language, then would my degree certificate be sufficient evidence (assuming that its valid and I dont need a NARIC letter)?

Many thanks in advance for taking the time to read and hopefully respond to my questions.

Thanks]]> Wed, 24 Feb 2010 11:41:13 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124788-help-with-documentation/ Tier General Qualification Requirment http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124610-tier-general-qualification-requirment/ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:41:17 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124610-tier-general-qualification-requirment/ Salary Query http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124647-salary-query/ I do some supplementary work on top of my work permit and get paid in the form of a cheque
I bank with HSBC and when i deposit the cheque's it shows up as " CR ---Paidinat400621---£xxxxxx ( 400621 is the branch sort code where i deposited the cheque)
the figure matches with my payslip exactly but this paidin credit? will that be ok?
Plz let me know
Regards]]> Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:09:18 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124647-salary-query/ Tier 1 General Mac Recommended Points For 10/11 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121258-tier-1-general-mac-recommended-points-for-1011/

Tier 1 (General)
The MAC recognises the benefit of attracting the most highly skilled individuals to the UK and does not favour the scheme being closed. It makes the following recommendations for changes:
  • Some professional qualifications should be recognised as equivalent to a Master's degree (potentially including the Legal Practice Course and medical degrees). It recommends that UKBA consults UK NARIC and stakeholders to add to the list of recognised courses. At present these individuals are unable to apply under Tier 1 (General) as they do not hold a professional qualification which is recognised as equal to a Master's degree which is a bone of contention for many disgruntled US lawyers in particular!
  • Bachelor's degrees are to be recognised as academic qualifications as currently an individual must be educated to at least Master's degree level
  • Points awarded for age up to 39 (currently an individual will only score points up to age 31)
  • Points for earnings are recalculated (please see table below). There should be a new route of entry for high earners with no formal academic qualifications. As such 75 points will be awarded for those earning over £150,000. The minimum earnings threshold should be are raised to £25,000 from £20,000
  • UKBA considers whether an employer can guarantee an individual's maintenance. Under Tier 2 an employer can certify a migrant's maintenance.
  • Initial applicants granted two years leave (instead of three) and extend by a further three (instead of two), proving that the individual is in highly skilled employment.
"The government will announce whether it accepts the recommendations in early 2010" --- > Weather to accept the recommendation or reject them


i have attached the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) recommendations Chart
Feel free to contact me for any info

]]> Tue, 23 Feb 2010 21:30:09 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121258-tier-1-general-mac-recommended-points-for-1011/ Depedent Visa http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124639-depedent-visa/
I am posting this to confirm the maintenance funds for Tier 1 General Dependent. I am in UK on Tier 1(General) and I want to apply for Dependent VISA from India.

How much Funds to I need to maintain. Is it £ 533?

Thank you.]]> Tue, 23 Feb 2010 12:13:23 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124639-depedent-visa/ Tier 1 X Hsmp (Highly Skilled Migrant Program) http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124723-tier-1-x-hsmp-highly-skilled-migrant-program/
The type of visa I have in my passport says: Highly Skilled Migrant Program(HSMP).

And I was granted initially 2 years from 20/04/2008 until 20/04/2010.

I'm planning to apply for my extension soon and I have a question:

- Am I switching from HSMP to Tier 1 (General) ?!?!
- How many years will I be granted once my visa is approved?!?

Kind Regards,

Denison]]> Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:44:25 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124723-tier-1-x-hsmp-highly-skilled-migrant-program/ Application Fee Not Taken For Tier 1 G http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122680-application-fee-not-taken-for-tier-1-g/
i hv sent my application for tier 1 g last tues day via recorded delivery and it has reached HO by wednesday (accroding to royal mail track)..but i see that fee hass not been deduccted yet.....

any particular reason? has this happened to anyone else? frm my past exp.. HO normally takes the money the very next day and I find it bizzaere they hv not taken it yet even after 3 days.....(Im pretty sure my card details were right...i checked it 10 times !!!!!).

and also now I am begining to worry abt the proof of eng. language req.I ddint sent a letter frm the uni saying it was "TAUGHT IN ENGLISH" and simply sent my original UK TAUGHT degree certificate thinikin that wud be sufficient.....

is there any way to sent this doc..given my application has not been even processed for payment?

any ideas ...plz reply...

thx for reading...]]> Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:39:09 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122680-application-fee-not-taken-for-tier-1-g/ Hsmp Extension! One Month Calendar Rule For Maintenance Funds http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124593-hsmp-extension-one-month-calendar-rule-for-maintenance-funds/
Please help to understand this 'within one month calendar' rule.

I'm getting really confused!

I read the following response from the Home Office in another thread:

"For further clarification, if you applied on the 29 January 2009 then the largest gap we could allow before the assessment period would be one month and thus we could go back to 29 December for the start of the 3 month assessment period. "

Is that right?!? Does it means go back to 29 December 2009 and count from that date backwards (ie 29 Dec/29 Nov/29Oct)?!?

For example, if I apply tomorrow 22 Feb 2010, the latest date on my bank statement that I could present then is 22 Jan 2010 - (one calendar month ago).

From this rule I understand that I'm allowed to send the bank statements for the following dates:

23 Oct 2009 - 22 Nov 2009
23 Nov 2009 - 22 Dec 2009
23 Dec 2009 - 22 Jan 2010

Going back to 22 Jan 2010 "for the start of the 3 month assessment period. "

Please let me know ASAP if I have misunderstood something!!!

Kind Regards,

Denison]]> Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:59:48 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124593-hsmp-extension-one-month-calendar-rule-for-maintenance-funds/ Urgent! Hsmp Extension - Application Tomorrow! http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124553-urgent-hsmp-extension-application-tomorrow/
PLEASE!!! I need to clarify this ASAP!!!!

I'm having a problem with the maintenance funds requirement for my HSMP extension application.

My visa expires on 24th April 2010. And I WAS thinking to apply for the extension closer to this date.

HOWEVER my account balance went down £ 800 from 21 Jan 2010 to 19 Feb 2010 (28 days).

SO I couldn't use anymore these bank statements (Jan/Fev 2010) for the maintenance funds if I would make the application on April 2010.

Trying to find another solution, I've started to search the internet and I just found out , minutes ago, about the about the "The letter must be dated no more than one calendar month before the date of application" rule!!

Before I thought that the statements should cover the period exactly prior the date of the application only. I didn't know it could be one calendar month!!!

THEN I realized that I can still apply and send the statements from Nov 2009/Dec 2009/Jan 2010, where my account has been over £1000 pounds at all times.

My question is : Today, Sunday, 21 Feb 2010 is exactly one calendar month!

If I apply this tomorrow Monday 22 Feb 2010 (Special Delivery Royal Post) I will be only 1 day over the one month calendar rule.

Do you think I still have a good chance?!?

Will this only 1 day over the 'one calendar month' rule be a big issue for the approval?!?

PLEASE! PLEASE PLEASE! I need some advices ASAP!

I have ALL THE DOCUMENTS ready to go! And tomorrow, Monday morning 22 Feb 2010, I am also going to the bank to get a official letter confirming that I had the minimum £800 over that period!

I just would like to know if I need to know which chances I have and if there's anything I can do to make it happen!!!!

Please senior members, solicitors, anyone help me asap!!!

I do appreciate your time!!!

Kind Regards,

Denison]]> Sun, 21 Feb 2010 11:24:13 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124553-urgent-hsmp-extension-application-tomorrow/ Pls Help Applying Tier 1 General In Jan 1Week http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121056-pls-help-applying-tier-1-general-in-jan-1week/
good morning

i am applying tier 1 general in jan 1st week.

i am producing 2 jobs pay slips. my 1st job pay slips have my house address printed on them. the second job payslip has no house address printed on them . but i have taken a letter from the employer which confirms my contract details and also show my house address.
is that ok or not. if not what can i do. pls suggest me.

I worked in my second job only for 4 months and i left it. all i have is the payslips and contract letter. do i need anything else from them like p60 etc ... pls let me know.


these r the documents i have with me pls chk and let me know if i need anything else for application:

1.AGE PROOF: passport

2.EDUCATION: MSC TRANSCRIPT AND MARKS MEMO

3.SALARY/WORK EXPERIENCE: -2 JOBS PAYSLIPS(IST JOB...12 MONTHS PAYSLIPS AND SECOND JOB 3
MONTHS PAYSLIP)..EMPLOYEE LETTERS CONFIRMING ALL DETAILS OF JOB.
-BANK STATEMENTS FOR 12 MONTHS WITH LAST 3 MONTHS ABOVE 800
AND REFLECTING CHEQUE AND GIRO PAYMENTS FOR LAST 12 MONTHS.

4. MAINTENANCE FUNDS PROOF; BANK STATEMENTS.

5. ENGLISH LANG PROOF. LETTER FROM UNIVERSITY.

APPLICTION PLUS FEE IN CASH.
i will be going in person to HO.

thanks awaiting your valuable suggestions and replys....]]> Sun, 21 Feb 2010 08:32:51 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121056-pls-help-applying-tier-1-general-in-jan-1week/ Extension Is Still Pending http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124479-extension-is-still-pending/
Wait time is killing me :mellow:

any idea that ukba is following the timelines given by them in the site?]]> Sun, 21 Feb 2010 00:12:24 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124479-extension-is-still-pending/ Any One Got Tier 1 General Extn Approved Recently http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124433-any-one-got-tier-1-general-extn-approved-recently/ My extn application reached UKBA on20th Jan 2010. But no result yet. By any chance did anyone who had applied around the same date got approval?. Sat, 20 Feb 2010 23:33:15 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124433-any-one-got-tier-1-general-extn-approved-recently/ Hooray!! HSMP approved http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/43559-hooray-hsmp-approved/
I sent my
1) original degree certificate
2) 12 months wage slips - actually 27 fortnights with one fortnight = zero (did not work)
3) bank statements
4) superannuation statement (yes, this was accepted as earnings)
5) letter from employer

had an email 11 days after the 400 GBP debited from credit card a/c, stating that my application had been processed and requesting that I arrange my courier collection
rang and spoke with case worker re collection
asked very nicely if they could give an indication re. the outcome
reponse "Oh, yes, it's been approved"
picked self up from floor eventually

Lou :biggrin:]]> Sat, 20 Feb 2010 16:09:32 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/43559-hooray-hsmp-approved/ Switching From(Tier 1) Post Study Work To Tier 1 (Skilled Migrant) Dependent http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123680-switching-fromtier-1-post-study-work-to-tier-1-skilled-migrant-dependent/
My husband HSMP will be expiring in 6/6/2010 and he has scored enough points to be eligible for an extension under the new Tier 1 (skilled migrant visa. I on the other hand is on the Tier 1( Post study work) and would like to switch my visa to Tier 1 (Skilled Migrant) Dependent visa at the same time he is renewing his visa. My visa expires in Nov 2010. Can this be done in the country(UK) or do I need to go back to my country of origin to do this?]]> Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:44:47 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123680-switching-fromtier-1-post-study-work-to-tier-1-skilled-migrant-dependent/ 1 Day Service Tier 1 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124473-1-day-service-tier-1/ Hello everyone...i applied for swith category (psw to tier 1 general) last week through a solicitor (one day service)...didnot get any outcome of my application yet...it has been over a week and my solicitor keeps on saying that its purely because there is a shortage of staff at the home office...i would like to know if anyone has been in same situation like mine before? and also is it normal for a one day application to take this long? appericiate your replies..thanks Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:48:33 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124473-1-day-service-tier-1/ Urgent Query For Tier 1 General http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124366-urgent-query-for-tier-1-general/

I would be very thankful to anyone who can help with me in this situation and I request all the mods and OISC registered people to think and advise me please


Scenario:-

I am on a work permit (commercial work permit issued in 2006) and have been working since for my employer and would like to switch to Tier 1 general, I have started working part time for another company in the same profession as my WP since 10 Jan 2010 and I am getting paid every week by cheque and I am also getting payslips for the same.

Queries:-

1) I have payslips and bank statement confirming the earnings but the bank statement issued by HSBC shows my cheque deposit as " paid into 400621" and as credit- is that ok? As it doesn't say cheque deposit or anything which shows its my earnings?

2) Do I need a letter from my employer B, confirming my work was additional to the work I was issued a WP for and it was part time?

3) Do I need a confirmation from employer B that he is paying my taxes as per the deductions on my payslip? I queried this to him and his reply was, he pays taxes at the end of financial year around april/may every year and he will do the same for me





Please I need your urgent replies, please help………]]> Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:41:06 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124366-urgent-query-for-tier-1-general/ Work Permit - 20 Hrs Part Time Work http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124468-work-permit-20-hrs-part-time-work/ Hi All

I had an enquiry about working part time under the old Work Permit scheme .

My friend is looking to apply under Tier 1 General ,presently in the UK on work permit (issued 2007) as per our understanding she is allowed to work partime 20hrs along with the fulltime job for which the permit was issued provided the 20hrs work falls under the same field and level for which the work permit was issued .

Now my question is if she want to switch to Tier 1 General can she use the income from both the jobs to claim points .We have been through the UK Border Agency website and could not find anything about this .

If somebody could shed some light or any pointers where to look for the information would be of great help

Many Thanks]]> Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:05:40 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124468-work-permit-20-hrs-part-time-work/ Tier 1 Processing Time http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124469-tier-1-processing-time/ Hello everyone...i applied for swith category (psw to tier 1 general) last week through a solicitor (one day service)...didnot get any outcome of my application yet...it has been over a week and my solicitor keeps on saying that its purely because there is a shortage of staff at the home office...i would like to know if anyone has been in same situation like mine before? and also is it normal for a one day application to take this long? appericiate your replies..thanks Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:51:44 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124469-tier-1-processing-time/ Tier 1 (G) - Part Time Pay (Closure Of Office) - Pls Advice http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124419-tier-1-g-part-time-pay-closure-of-office-pls-advice/ Hi

I'm working full time and part time - (PT in Tax consultant office – since 7 months)

All ok with full time employment, however my part time employer is closing his office this month and I'm applying in first week of April.

What do I need to do to use this (PT) earning to claim points and how do I explain
this to high commission that my employer has closed his office.

How about the verification?

P.S: I have all the pay slips and salary was credited to my bank account.

Any advice will be appreciated.

Thanks]]> Thu, 18 Feb 2010 22:42:06 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124419-tier-1-g-part-time-pay-closure-of-office-pls-advice/ Twes To Tier 1 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124348-twes-to-tier-1/ My question is can I apply for HSMP/Tier 1 from my home country right now. I meet the required Tier 1 points.

Thanks
Ash]]> Thu, 18 Feb 2010 12:45:58 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124348-twes-to-tier-1/ Tier 1: Qualification Confirmation (Masters) http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124292-tier-1-qualification-confirmation-masters/
I am finishing my MBA in March 2010, but the Official Transcripts would be available in July only as the university's official board meeting takes place in july only. The Home Office site (http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/workingintheuk/tier1/general/supportingevidence/qualifications/) says that if I am awaiting for graduation, then I have to provide the "original academic reference and original transcript".

My university hoverer says that in March they can provide me with a letter saying "Student X completed MBA course, and list of his marks and blah blah" on a headed paper with signature etc, BUT - the kind of Official Certificate and Transcripts would be only in July.

Question 1: What does "Original academic reference and original transcript" as at HO's site means?
Question 2: I plan to apply in March-April for Tier 1 (dont want to wait untill August) and can I use the letter and transcript from university saying that official would be in July when University Board Meeting will approve them.
Question 3: can you guys please recommend some good london immigration consultants who have HO registration.

thank you

P.S. all other TIER 1 requirements are fine: age, earnings, good character, UK experience, etc. on a HO TIER 1 calculator i make 95 point from 75.

thanks once again for any help of advice]]> Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:50:46 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124292-tier-1-qualification-confirmation-masters/ Hsmp Dependant Visa Form. Vaf2 Or Vaf10? http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124287-hsmp-dependant-visa-form-vaf2-or-vaf10/ Which is the relevant form for HSMP dependant visa, VAF2 or VAF10? Wed, 17 Feb 2010 17:09:55 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124287-hsmp-dependant-visa-form-vaf2-or-vaf10/ Employee Who Receives A Salary (Tier 1 Extemsion) http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124026-employee-who-receives-a-salary-tier-1-extemsion/
I need advise regarding supporting documents requirement for tier 1 (general) extension.

If I do not produce my bank statements; what should be the alternative to this. I have read tier 1 guidance notes but did'nt get conclusive answer.

Thanks]]> Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:14:48 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124026-employee-who-receives-a-salary-tier-1-extemsion/ Tier 1 Employed And Self-Employed http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123443-tier-1-employed-and-self-employed/
I am employed and self employed and I am planning to apply for Tier 1. I am planning to send the following documents as proof of my income.

1- Personal bank statement (both employed and self-employed income go into this account)
2- Payslips (from employment)
3- Accountant letter showing my total income, expenses, profit.

Do I need to provide any other documents?

many thanks,

Tata]]> Tue, 16 Feb 2010 15:58:33 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123443-tier-1-employed-and-self-employed/ Two Years On Converting From Hsmp To Tier 1 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124152-two-years-on-converting-from-hsmp-to-tier-1/
1. For the wife's application do we select the "Initial grant of Leave to Remain (switching)" in the Tier 1 (General) application form? Will this give a 3 year extension?

2. Does the wife need to provide any of the previous documentation (degree, etc) that was previously used to get the HSMP visa. None of this information has changed since the original HSMP application.

3. How does the husband apply? We are planning on sending both applications in simultaneously 30 days before visa expiration. But does the husband need to apply as a dependent (on the previous HSMP it was as a spouse). If so does he need to provide proof of funds or can he use the wife's account balance to demonstrate sufficient funds.]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2010 20:04:45 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124152-two-years-on-converting-from-hsmp-to-tier-1/ Statuory Sick Pay http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122682-statuory-sick-pay/ hi .can i consider ssp as a part of my earning.can i add it towards my annua income. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:38:58 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122682-statuory-sick-pay/ Hsmp Renewal http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/116361-hsmp-renewal/ I am now having 2nd thoughts and would like to stay.
Is there anything I can do?]]> Fri, 12 Feb 2010 22:11:46 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/116361-hsmp-renewal/ Tier 1 Dependent - Time Limit To Travel ? http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124012-tier-1-dependent-time-limit-to-travel/
Is there a specific time limit for a Tier 1 dependent to travel to UK after issuance of the visa ?

I could not find such information in the policy guidelines..

Many THanks !]]> Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:04:08 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/124012-tier-1-dependent-time-limit-to-travel/ Uk Experince Points http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123941-uk-experince-points/ One question..Hope somebody reply..I m on hsmp..I did masters from Pakistan..Can i claim UK experince 5 Points on my extension which ll due in 2011 May.Plz Advice..Thanks]]> Fri, 12 Feb 2010 09:35:29 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123941-uk-experince-points/ Applying For Tier 1 Employed + Self Employed http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123887-applying-for-tier-1-employed-self-employed/ Hi: I am applying for TIER 1 general initial application from psw in couple of weeks. I have some confusions and need some advice. I work as employed full time and part self employed. My earning in self employed is more then employment. The reason for that is its a skilled highly paid work and i get it now and then. Would I get any objection from Home Office about this. Any advice would be appreciated. Many thanks Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:33:22 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123887-applying-for-tier-1-employed-self-employed/ Total Earning (Salary + Bouns ) Tier1 Hsmp http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123354-total-earning-salary-bouns-tier1-hsmp/
My total earning is 20300 (17000 + 3300 bouns). My employer paid some money for my training.

This month i received bouns and he paid me (1416 (salary per month) + 3300 (bounas) ) = 4716 . but he took training expense (i.e 2000) out from this total amount and rest of deposite into my account.

is this ok ?]]> Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:14:23 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123354-total-earning-salary-bouns-tier1-hsmp/ Going To Apply Tier 1 Dependant Visa From India http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123440-going-to-apply-tier-1-dependant-visa-from-india/ First of all I would like to thank everybody to give me your guidance and help about Tier 1 dependant visa for child. My wife is on a student visa and my baby was born appox 2 years back. I was advised to apply child’s visa from the UK and then go back to India to apply my wife’s visa. I did so and got visa for my son after 2 years.



The documents were submitted



Original Main applicant’s passport

Child’s passport

A copy of wife’s passport

Original Bank statements for last 6 months

Original Pay slips for last 6 months

Original DOB certificate



I’m now going to India to apply for my wife’s visa. Does anybody know what documents I need and how long does it take from Delhi?



Please also advise me if I need to fill form (VAF10 - PBS Dependant). Do I need to fill any other form along with this.







]]> Wed, 10 Feb 2010 08:29:39 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123440-going-to-apply-tier-1-dependant-visa-from-india/ Tier1 Application Sent On Friday By Recorded Delivery http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123388-tier1-application-sent-on-friday-by-recorded-delivery/
My visa expires on 6 th feb..

what to do if the H.O did not collect the mail?

Did any one face the same situation? Please advise ..]]> Tue, 09 Feb 2010 21:08:33 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123388-tier1-application-sent-on-friday-by-recorded-delivery/ Tier 1 Reapply http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122879-tier-1-reapply/
I am under T1 valid form Oct 2009 - Oct 2012.

I am planning to go for masters course. If i go for masters in 2011 then 2011-2012 period will be of no earnings. and as per rules u can only show only last 15 months wages.

if i go for studies my wages wil be valid for only 3 months (12 months not working and studying only). In that case i wont be able to get an extension.

Is there a possibility that i can apply for extension in 2011 before taking admission and get an extension.... if yes how many years extension will i get?

any help will be much appreciated...

cheers]]> Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:35:34 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122879-tier-1-reapply/ Hsmp Refusal - However We Believe Decision Needs To Be Reconsidered http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123559-hsmp-refusal-however-we-believe-decision-needs-to-be-reconsidered/
My husband's HSMP Tier 1 visa was due to expire on the 23rd of November 2009 and he submitted his application at the end of October 2009.

He submitted all required information including bank statements from July to 5th October 2009. For this period the balance on the statement was never below £800.
In December, we had a request from the HO to send in additional one month bank statement from 6th October to 4th November - and we sent one in up to Mid December which had a balance of more than £800. However during October and mid Nov, we had drawn down funds for other expenses.

The HO rejected the application due to insufficient funds however the representing solicitor has asked them to reconsider the case as his explanation was they should have considered the previous months statements as they were still within a month of submission rather than take the bit in the middle that didnt have the required balance.

In addition to the reconsideration letter, we've submitted an appeal to go to tribunal based on the same argument.

Have we done the right thing or is the HO right in its decision?

ITs a nightmare having to go tribunal cos of costs etc...]]> Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:32:00 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123559-hsmp-refusal-however-we-believe-decision-needs-to-be-reconsidered/ Flr http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123631-flr/
I Tier 1 immigrant but used to be on work permit, my immigration history:

January 2006 to December 2007 : WORK PERMIT

December 2007 : Changed the job > new company failed to get in-country permit (due to non advertisement of job)

December 2007 to 18 January 2008 : CURTAILED WORK PERMIT FLR

18 January to 25 February 2008 : NO RESIDENCY STATUS (but had applied for FLR therefore passport was with HO)

25 February to 15 March 2008: Packed up and left UK to facilitate out-country work permit.

1 JULY 2008: New Visa based on new work permit

1 JULY to date: continuous residency based on work permit and from 25 JULY 2009 tier 1

I have a continuous gap of 5 month due to failure of company to advertise the job and this is strengthened by a letter by new work permit (that also state harshness of HO while dealing with my application) arranger.

I would like to give ILR application a go but would like to ask how realistic it would be to assume it is an intelligent go.

Thanks]]> Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:58:21 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123631-flr/ Tier 1 Dependant http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123632-tier-1-dependant/
I am a Tier 1 holder and would like to bring my wife over. Please advise what documents and procedures are to be fulfilled.

Also, would I be able to apply for Tier 1 extension 6 months earlier than current visa expiration?!

Thanks]]> Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:55:21 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123632-tier-1-dependant/ Tier 1(Hsmp) Previous Earnings http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123656-tier-1hsmp-previous-earnings/
I'm on PSW visa and going to apply for Tier 1(General). I'm employed and doing part-time self employed work. I've registered with hmrc for tax.
I'm gong to show my self-employed earnings for my application(plus employed earnings).

1) How can I show my earnings from self employment?
- Do the home office consider total income as a earning or the net profit(income - expences)?

2)I'm going to open an bank account under my self-employment name and do all bussiness transactions there. Is this right for my application?

3) Do I need to maintain the balance of my bussiness account to the amount(earnings) that I need to show?

4)What documents do I need to produce to show self-employment?

please help me.

Thank you.]]> Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:52:21 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123656-tier-1hsmp-previous-earnings/ Self Employment http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123492-self-employment/ I am professional Network engineer started my own work as network installer and consultant after failing to find a suitable job in 6 months. I got a contract with a company we agreed in november 2009 that all payment 10000 gbp will be paid to me after work has been done. I have finished all work in under three months as agreed. the company paid me first checque of 6000 gbp ON 1ST FEB 2010 and rest will be paid on 26th Feb. My question is that what months, earning will be that? weather it will be November or FEB . thanks a lot in advance.]]> Sun, 07 Feb 2010 20:41:12 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123492-self-employment/ Hsmp Extension - How Many Days Before Expiry Can I Apply? http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121880-hsmp-extension-how-many-days-before-expiry-can-i-apply/
My HSMP is due to expire in March 30 2010.

Please let me know the earliest date that I can apply for an extension.

Thanks in advance.]]> Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:55:18 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121880-hsmp-extension-how-many-days-before-expiry-can-i-apply/ How Many Blank Page On The Passport For Visa http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123482-how-many-blank-page-on-the-passport-for-visa/
I will be applying for a UK visa and I was planning to change my passport before application. Unfortunately HO changed my application date and I dont have time to renew my passport. I have blank pages but not a blank two pages facing each other. will that be ok?

Many thanks,

Tata]]> Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:39:15 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123482-how-many-blank-page-on-the-passport-for-visa/ <![CDATA[Ilr&citizenship For Hsmp Candidates Under April 2006 Judiciary Rule]]> http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123250-ilrcitizenship-for-hsmp-candidates-under-april-2006-judiciary-rule/
My HSMP approval has been done during march 2006 and I came to UK on 30th June 2006.So I am covered under 4 years rule and I can apply for ILR during May 2010 end.My doubts are

1.How many days of absence out side Uk allowed for 4 years eligibility candidates?In total i was out of UK for 100 days for personal leave trips.Is it fine?Ofcourse single trip not more than 35 days max.

2.My wife and minor kids joined me in UK during Nov 2006 so they would have completed 3 years 7 months by the time when I am going to apply for ILR during may 2010.So can they apply along with me or they need to wait till they complete 3 years 9 months and apply separately?

3.Since the judment for HSMP candidates says OLD RULES should be applicable(i.e the rules when we entered in to the country), am I eligible for Citizenship immediately after 1 year of ILR?i.e 4+1 years???

4.I am thinking of applying for same day service in London(PES?),if so does my family needs to accompany me?

regards

hema]]> Wed, 03 Feb 2010 14:50:49 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123250-ilrcitizenship-for-hsmp-candidates-under-april-2006-judiciary-rule/ Question Regarding Dates For Ilr http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122112-question-regarding-dates-for-ilr/
I know that a few similar questions have been asked a few times on this forum , however due to a few conflicting answers, I am asking this question again.

I have received my Tier 1 (G) visa with a date of 1st Feb 2010 , my question was that if I enter the UK on say 10th March 2010 , I will fall short by 10 days when I apply for ILR , after 4 years and 11 months, and then I would have to apply for a Tier 1 (G) extension for the second time.

Hence I believe I would have to enter the UK before 28th Feb 2010 , so that I can complete my 4 years and 11 months, by only applying for 1 single extension.
Please let me know if my thinking in correct , or if I have misunderstood the rules completely.


I also know that rules might change multiple times before I reach the 4 year 11 month stage, however assuming things do not change drastically do you think that my line of thinking is correct ?

Please let me know in case my question is unclear.

Apologies if the question has been answered elsewhere on the forum.

Thanks a ton,
Appreciate all the help.

Regards,
Ashok.]]> Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:03:06 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122112-question-regarding-dates-for-ilr/ Council Property http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123266-council-property/
Presently I am renting a council house as i got this house in a bid.

Does this count as a benefit or any other public fund which can affect my HSMP Extenstion.


regards]]> Tue, 02 Feb 2010 07:47:04 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123266-council-property/ Info Required http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123148-info-required/
I am currently on work permit since 1 year and would like to know :

Can i apply for tier 1 general by showing profits from self employed registered business and my salary from current employment?

Second question is, can i claim 35 points for my degree as an indian chartere accountant ?

Many thanks in advance!]]> Mon, 01 Feb 2010 17:17:59 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123148-info-required/ Tier 1 Overseas Earnings http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123190-tier-1-overseas-earnings/ I'm on Post Study Work visa and live in the UK. Recently I applied for Tier1 General(HSMP) and got refused. Because they haven't applied uplift ratio for my overseas earnings(India). I have earned them(in India) while I was living in the UK. In immigration rules(Appendix A) I couldn't find any information regarding this type of case.
Please help me.
Thank you.

Sir]]> Sun, 31 Jan 2010 19:03:18 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123190-tier-1-overseas-earnings/ Tier 1 (Psw) To Tier 1 (Hsmp) http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123138-tier-1-psw-to-tier-1-hsmp/
I am on Tier 1-PSW in UK. I want to apply for Tier 1-General. What would be it called?

-Extending my stay

or

-Changing my immigration status?

Cheers]]> Sat, 30 Jan 2010 22:25:24 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123138-tier-1-psw-to-tier-1-hsmp/ Need Help For Tier 1 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122970-need-help-for-tier-1/ i m going to apply for tier 1 visa ...
  • Age; = 27
  • Qualifications; = master degree frm uk
  • Previous earnings =20k
my question is .. i m showing my earning year frm (2007 to 2008 ) and after that i m fulltime student in uk , is i m eligible to apply as i already have tax document of 20k frm hm revenue.
i heard homeoffice not accept previous earning. plz advice me.]]> Sat, 30 Jan 2010 02:53:30 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122970-need-help-for-tier-1/ Tier 1 (G) - Part Time Pay - Pls Help http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123002-tier-1-g-part-time-pay-pls-help/
I am applying for Tier 1 (G).

I work full time and part time. My pay from full time is credited into my account via Bank giro and my part time is credited via faster internet payment.

My question is : From my part time job, the name of the company where I work is reflecting on my bank statement when ever the payment was made to me, but for one month my employer paid me from his own account. so his own personal name is reflecting on the statement will this affect me in anyway..

Pls help I'm really worried..!

Thanks]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:13:35 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/123002-tier-1-g-part-time-pay-pls-help/ <![CDATA[Igs-->Psw-->Tier I General]]> http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122997-igs-psw-tier-i-general/
I have had a lot of hassles recently in switching over from IGS to PSW for another year. My actual IGS visa got expired in March'09.

I had my application declined because of the fact that I submitted the internet banking statements without a bank seal or supporting evidence.

Anyways, after these many days the decision has come out in my favour. And I've sent my passport for a stamping.

As of now I am eligible to go for a Tier I under the point based system. My only question is: Do they consider my earnings during this period.

Precisely it is from Mar'09 till the end of Feb'10. I've checked with my solicitor and confirmed that I am allowed to show these earnings to

gain points. I am just looking for a double confirmation so that I can go ahead and do it.

And I don't want to waste my time and I would like to file my application before these new rules come out.

Victoria, Skillclear, your response would be highly appreciated in this regard.

Many Thanks...]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:45:15 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122997-igs-psw-tier-i-general/ Hsmp Normal Extention Dilemna http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122942-hsmp-normal-extention-dilemna/
My employer asked for evidence of application so that they can be sure I can keep on working based on an outstanding application on 22 Jan. I gave them HO letter and they processed the Employment check based on an existing application by fax, yesterday the HO fax back they cannot confirm my eligibility to work, my employer was quite sure it was an error as they knew I applied on time so statutorily I am allowed to work, but couldnt do anything as UKBA has spoken, so they suspended me from work from until an envidence of right to keep working is on my file.

I called the HO but the duty officer said no application is currently registered on my name. I paid with Banker's Draft so I am pretty sure I dont have payment problem and no letter is written to me to that respect. Its been about 18 days since I applied.


I am just sick of all these, what can I do? Victoria, SkillClear what can I do?]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 09:31:39 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122942-hsmp-normal-extention-dilemna/ How Much Earning Do I Need If New Rules For Tier1 Implemented http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122944-how-much-earning-do-i-need-if-new-rules-for-tier1-implemented/
thanks
alif]]> Wed, 27 Jan 2010 18:50:32 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122944-how-much-earning-do-i-need-if-new-rules-for-tier1-implemented/ Psw To Hsmp http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122837-psw-to-hsmp/
My current salary is in the earning band of £23.000-£25.999. This includes 12 months payslips. I have some other earning in my past jobs which is almost in the same band if I include them in the total. However, I would like to know whether can I put all together my previous earning in order to combine them to for higher earning band?

I am currently holding BsC (Honours) in Computer Networks majoring in Networking, which I won't get any points base on point scoring system I suppose. I can still claim points for under 28 and also points for English.

I know that I can swap PSW to General Work Permit without any issue, However, I would like to know whether I can qualify to make application for HSMP as I thought of starting my own business in the near future. My current visa will expires in end of November 2010.
Thank you in advance.]]> Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:37:25 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122837-psw-to-hsmp/ Full Time Study Under Tier 1 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122734-full-time-study-under-tier-1/
I have already read some topics on this , but i am confused with mix views. Could any one help please.

I am a tier 1 holder. can i study full time MBA programme in UK. I called HO and these people were saying only part time is allowed not full time. But Tier 1 doesn't say anything about study restriction.

Any help will be much appreciated.

Not much worried about ILR but will Tier 1 be easily extended if i get a job after MBA and can show earnings.

Cheers]]> Mon, 25 Jan 2010 21:09:00 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122734-full-time-study-under-tier-1/ Legitimate Expectation http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122763-legitimate-expectation/
I remained on this work permit till March 2009 when switched to Tier 1 General. Now My confusion is If the court and now the government is saying that HSMP holders have the legitimate expectation of getting an ILR after 4 in previous judgement of court or 5 years (govt stand in case of transitional arrangement) based on the approval letter they have got, then why not the workpermit holders?]]> Mon, 25 Jan 2010 13:24:40 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122763-legitimate-expectation/ Hsmp For Bachelor Deegree Holder http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121747-hsmp-for-bachelor-deegree-holder/
I am hearing from some people that Home office is planning to allow people with Bachelors degree to apply for HSMP tier 1. Just wanted to know if anybody had also heard the same news?

Regards]]> Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:48:53 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121747-hsmp-for-bachelor-deegree-holder/ Degree Requirement For Psw http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122615-degree-requirement-for-psw/
plz reply.thanx]]> Sun, 24 Jan 2010 00:01:40 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122615-degree-requirement-for-psw/ Will My Driving Offenses Effect My Tier 1 General Decision http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122275-will-my-driving-offenses-effect-my-tier-1-general-decision/
I am applying for my Tier 1 extenion next week. I have two motor offenses one for crossing the red signal and one for using mobile phone while driving, i challenged both the offenses in court. Court give me 3 points and 500 fine. Will it effect my Tier1 General extension process.?

Many Thanks]]> Sat, 23 Jan 2010 23:14:11 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122275-will-my-driving-offenses-effect-my-tier-1-general-decision/ Tier1(Psw) To Tier 1(General) Switch http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122279-tier1psw-to-tier-1general-switch/
I am applying for Tier 1(general) next week and would be happy if someone could
confrim the following are ok.

1.age -28-docs -passport (10 points)
2.qualification -masters --degree cert.(35 points
3.earnings ----27---payslips + bank statements (25 points.)
4.Uk exp.--earnings ---same doc attached to earnings can be used ? (5 points)

5.english ----degree ---(same as fo qualification ) (10 points).
6.maintenance ------(bank statement as as for earnings)

7. 2 photos.

8.application form

is that ok? i hv refered guidelines several times like a holy book but
would be very grateful if someone can check and point out any mistakes
or anything else to consider....

i just hv a solid case if not many complications (worked for one employer,uni degree and hv all docs + money)
and wanna get it right first time as I cant afford a second chance and time delay....

plz guys ...help me with suggestions and any common mistakes that happened in the past.

thanks for reading any input much appreciated.]]> Sat, 23 Jan 2010 23:11:38 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122279-tier1psw-to-tier-1general-switch/ Tier 1 (General) Partner Granted To Hobby http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122587-tier-1-general-partner-granted-to-hobby/
Good news is worth shearing, thank you to everyone in this forum, especially Victoria and all the moderators. Tier 1 (General) Partner granted to hobby after 12days of application. Hobby to join me next week, so happy, can't wait to see him, Thank you all.]]> Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:39:01 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122587-tier-1-general-partner-granted-to-hobby/ Period Of Assessment(Earning) http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122151-period-of-assessmentearning/ I got a confusing , i'm on PSW and been on full time emplyment for ova a year(15 months), i am planning to go to university for 12 months(full time)..Obvioulsy, i can't show my earning duering

this educational perios whn i'll apply for teir1 general as i will not be workin !

My question is, can i show my pervious earnings for 12 months before strating full time education..... i mean if i study January 2010 to January 2011, will it b possible if i show my earnings from
January 2009 to January 2010.... will it be acceptable? as thy give a relxation for the peopel hu r on meternty leave .....but aint got no clue wethear thy do for the students aswell?


i'll appriciate you if u anyone help me out on this issue
thnx]]> Thu, 21 Jan 2010 11:16:24 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122151-period-of-assessmentearning/ Dependant Visa http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122500-dependant-visa/ i've already posted the same question in this forum.though my question was answered,iam still in doubt over it.it would be really kind enough if some one could help me out of this.
my husband is on an hsmp visa,whose approval was given in august 2007.i want to apply as his dependant.i had been to the vfs yesterday and was told that my application would be decided by the old rules.i was advised to show the maintenance funds(which i think applies only to the tier-1 lot).my husband has been maintaining his bank account since 3 months which sums up to almost 4000 pound roughly.will this amount suffice my application?
i was also give the vaf-2 form to be filled.i would really be thankful to the advisers and i have spent a lot of time browsing the tier-1/hsmp forum and seriously havent found answers related to my topic.
thanks in advance.]]> Wed, 20 Jan 2010 11:17:01 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122500-dependant-visa/ Psw To Tier 1 General (Hsmp) http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122368-psw-to-tier-1-general-hsmp/
i am new to this forum. my query is regarding the age.
i am 27 years now. will be 28years old on 30th of may 2010.
some reasons i am going to make an application before 25 th of may so that it can reach HO before 30th.

my point is now if there is any postal delay and my application reached HO after 30 th may, will HO consider my age as 27 years as i posted it before 30th of May 2010. or 28years as it reached them after 30th May 2010.
sorry if i made a stupid question....

thanks in advance.]]> Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:02:59 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122368-psw-to-tier-1-general-hsmp/ Tier 1 (Hsmp) Time Spend Outside Uk http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122371-tier-1-hsmp-time-spend-outside-uk/ I am currently on Tier1 (HSMP) visa and want to know is there any ristriction on days spend outside uk for PR?


Cheers
Sheraz]]> Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:35:55 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122371-tier-1-hsmp-time-spend-outside-uk/ Refused For Self-Employment Documents http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122302-refused-for-self-employment-documents/ The home office says



“You have also supplied as evidence a letter from your accountants showing your income generated from self-employment to be 3976. You have supplied your business accounts to corroborate the letter from your accountants.



· In line with the published guidance, however, we are unable to accept your business accounts as corroborative evidence as it does not include a balance sheet.



We are therefore unable to take into consideration your income of 3976 generated from self-employment.”



My say is that I supplied the bank statement to corroborate those two evidences (accountant’s letter & business account --- not to corroborate each other).



When my accountant provided me with the letter and the P & L he reasonably believed that he met the entire statutory requirement.

I banked cash 4950 in my personal bank account generated from my self-employment in past 11 months and my profit was 3900.



I have 20k earned by salaried employment as well. It was fine though. I needed 23k to score enough points.



i need your advice and help for my appeal.

]]> Tue, 19 Jan 2010 08:02:01 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122302-refused-for-self-employment-documents/ New Tier 1 General Earnings http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121943-new-tier-1-general-earnings/ Did anyone hear anything about those new rules? when are thy going to apply them???
I am planing to apply for my Tier 1 end of March which I will need £30k, and im already in the Uk I am going to be afected by this rule??? Please all the actie members and immigrations experts on this forum advice.
Thank.

Looking forward to read your thoughs.]]> Sat, 16 Jan 2010 10:11:54 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121943-new-tier-1-general-earnings/ Please Advice http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121593-please-advice/
Looking for urgent help; particularly from senior members and moderators.

I am presently on HSMP valid until 01-Feb-2010. I am looking to apply for an extension to Tier 1 (General) visa. My age at present is 26 years.

For the past twelve months I have been working with a bank and my gross pay is £16500. Tax and NI have been deducted and thereafter net payments have been made to my bank account.

The issue is that I am also working with a second employer (part time) since April 2009. My gross pay with the second employer from April 2009 to date is £3700. The employer has not deducted any tax or NI and has made a payment of the entire gross amounts as mentioned on the payslips.

I request views on any tier 1 (general) visa application complications arising due to tax and NI not having been deducted by my second employer.


please advice is this going to be an issue???????]]> Wed, 13 Jan 2010 23:15:57 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121593-please-advice/ Peo Appointments For Pbs T1 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121903-peo-appointments-for-pbs-t1/
I have been constantly keeping an eye and searching online for the last 3 weeks for PEO appointments in March for my PBS T1 application. But I haven't been successful yet though according to the online appointment search from the appointments have been released online up to the second week of March. I seriously doubt whether this works at all.

Is there any other way I can get hold of PEO appointments?

Please advise..........

Thanks]]> Wed, 13 Jan 2010 23:12:22 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121903-peo-appointments-for-pbs-t1/ A Letter Of Support http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122133-a-letter-of-support/ Dear All,

My colleague is happy to support my appeal in relation to the refusal letter, refused my Tier 1 (General) application on the basis that I did not provide the required evidence for the award of points claimed in relation to the Previous Earnings (and therefore UK Experience).

I appreciate if you can send me an example of such a letter?

Many thanks,

Ala

]]> Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:50:28 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122133-a-letter-of-support/ Work Permit Dependent To Tier 1 Dependent http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122076-work-permit-dependent-to-tier-1-dependent/ 2. Does she need to go back to our country and re apply?]]> Tue, 12 Jan 2010 18:55:43 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122076-work-permit-dependent-to-tier-1-dependent/ Succesful Application For Tier 1. Question Regarding Ilr http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122077-succesful-application-for-tier-1-question-regarding-ilr/
Today I have succesfuly got my Tier 1 visa. Thus I have got my extension for 3 years. I would like to thank everyone on this forum. There advise has been priceless. I have a question regarding ILR. My visa was issued on the 11 Feb 08 but I entered the UK on the 20 Mar 08. Now my Tier 1 goes upto 11 Feb 2013. I am wondering do I need to make another application for visa because ultimately I will be short by 9 days before applying for ILR as you can apply only 28 days before the visa expires.

If that is the case then can I apply for another Tier 1 visa by the end of March 2010 so that this time my visa goes upto 20 march 2013. The reason why I want to apply now and not wait is that the rules keep on changing. Can I do that. I have asked the UKBA about this and they werent certain.]]> Tue, 12 Jan 2010 18:28:10 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122077-succesful-application-for-tier-1-question-regarding-ilr/ Hsmp Tier 1 (General) - Freelance Work http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122027-hsmp-tier-1-general-freelance-work/
I applied for initial HSMP Tier 1 (General) on 7th December 2009 and am stiall awaiting the 'result' so to speak.

My concern (which has been troubling me for the past month) is that in order to make up my salary (my permanent job unfortunately pays very little) I took on a freelance job as of April 2009. In my application, I included a letter from the employer for whom I have been doing this work and banks statements, which show the monthly income. I have not yet submitted a Tax Return and did not obtain a letter from my accountant. Is this going to be a major problem. I really thought that letter from employer and bank statements would be sufficient. As mentioned - this only applies to my freelance job, for my permanent job I have also included payslips.

Thanks in advance.

Dilly]]> Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:22:54 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/122027-hsmp-tier-1-general-freelance-work/ Self Employment Earnings http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121628-self-employment-earnings/
I am appying for HSMP xtension (switching from HSMP to Tier1)

As per my age and qualification he needs to show 23k to claim 15 points.

I am employed by a company on full time basis where his gross income for last 12 months is £18,264

I am also registered self employed IT Technicain.

By doing some IT/hardware support to few companies and he got paid exactly £5265 for 12 months period from 2-3 companies.

I have got invoices, bank statemnets for this self employment work.

I also has an accountant and he has given his letter and Profit/Loss statement for which he says 2200 as his expenses and remaining 3k as his net profit.

Now my argument is:

Would the home office take my net income of 3k (profit)+18,264, or would they consider my gross income from self employment work before expenses deducted??

Please help me here,

I have to apply in the nest few days?]]> Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:05:48 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121628-self-employment-earnings/ Urgent: Because Cash Transaction Self-Employed Rejected http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121980-urgent-because-cash-transaction-self-employed-rejected/ I would greatly appreciate if anyone could help me out here. I have like 2 weeks to prepare an appeal. Deadline 20th January 2010.

I am a Self-empolyed person and have had 3 businesses run simultaneously.
1) Giants Professional Success Mentor
2) Sales at Celica Marketing
3) Sales at Mozaic Marketing

I submitted my application with the necessary invoices and receipts for all the three.

Now some of these transactions were paid to me in cash and some in the Bank(most). What the H/O has done is said that they cannot verify my cash transactions in the bank and therefore are rejecting my application. (£16730-BACS; ~£5000-Cash; £20000 needed for 15 points)
the only proof i have for these transactions is the invoices for each of the sales and a letter from my contractor (Celica and Mozaic) stating I have been paid the necessary amounts in cash on the exact dates. I was under the impression that these would stand as 2 proofs as the home office has stated that for earning atleast 2 proofs must be provided in each earning summary.

What annoyed me is that from my contractor I submitted 2 pages stapled together. the first stating on company letter head (with signatures) that the page behind had the earning summaries of mine on those particular dates. What the officer has done is seperated both the pages so now you cannot connect the two and the second page looks like a fake document as it is not on company letter head.

Another mistake the Officer made is in my report they have typed the dates wrongly saying "they could not corroborate my earning from 02Nov08- 15Feb08" instead of 02Nov08-15Feb09"
Can i use this as a point against my appeal or is it not significant.

I would really appreciate if anyone could answer this question of mine cause i am quite uncertain of how to go about doing things...

Thank you for reading............

HakSmile
_________________
HakSmile]]> Sun, 10 Jan 2010 19:00:08 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121980-urgent-because-cash-transaction-self-employed-rejected/ Needing To Send More Docs http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121851-needing-to-send-more-docs/
My accountant made a little mistake on one supporting document, I think its computer ommission on one item when calculating my expenses on the Income and expenture account. I notice this mistake on the photocopies of the documents sent. I submitted my application today 07 January, it will reach them on sat January 09, I payed with banker's draft. He has corrected the mistake and a new account printed, just one document. My question is as my application is due to reach them and owing that I am paying by cheque that will clear in 5 working days, Should I send this corrected account and a cover note so that they update the document? If YES, which address should I sent it to and how?


I need quich reply please.

Thanks.]]> Fri, 08 Jan 2010 17:17:15 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121851-needing-to-send-more-docs/ Points On Distance Learning Masters Degree http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121712-points-on-distance-learning-masters-degree/
i am from bangladesh and live in uk on psw visa now. i want to apply for tier 1. i have completed m.com from punjabi university , patiala, punjab via distance learning. can any one tell me that i will be able to claim points on the basis of my degree. and do i have to send it to uk naric? and will uk naric will approved it ? if someone pls answer my question it will be very helpful for me.

regards
alif]]> Thu, 07 Jan 2010 15:28:29 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121712-points-on-distance-learning-masters-degree/ Please Advice http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121801-please-advice/ I have a question. Actually I applied to switch of from student visa to Tier 1 General (formerly HSMP) which was refused then I filed an appeal which was accepted. I was waiting for the letter from the Appeal Implementation Unit but I had an emergency and I returned back to my Home Country.
Some days ago my Solicitor recevied letter from the Appeal Implementation unit and they are asking my Passport and Pictures.
My Question is this that was it necessary for me to live there in the UK for the completion for this whole process or it would be fine if will send my Passport to my Solicitor and he will further send to Home Office.
I look forward to hearing from you and thank you in advance.]]> Thu, 07 Jan 2010 10:32:35 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121801-please-advice/ Biometrics For Child As A Tier 1 Dependant Visa http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121748-biometrics-for-child-as-a-tier-1-dependant-visa/ Hi All



I applied my son’s dependant visa appox 4 weeks back and haven’t heard back anything yet. I searched this forum and found that it usually takes 4 weeks. I am planning to take him to my home country in Feb so just a bit concerned about it. I don’t know if they will contact me to take biometrics or it’s not required to take biometrics in Tier 1 dependant visa as a child. Could anyone please shed a light on this?



Many thanks

]]> Wed, 06 Jan 2010 14:03:23 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121748-biometrics-for-child-as-a-tier-1-dependant-visa/ Refused For Leave To Remain As A Tier 1 (General) http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121662-refused-for-leave-to-remain-as-a-tier-1-general/ Dear All,

Firstly I wish you a happy new year and I hope that 2010 brings for you and your families health and wealth.

My name is Ala Al-Badri, originally from Jordan and currently working as a Research Scientist in the UK. On 21 December 2007 I was granted leave to remain in the UK as a Highly Skilled Migrant until 21 December 2009. I have applied on the 21 November 2009 for leave to remain as a Tier 1 (General) Migrant. However, UK border agency has refused my application on the 30 December 2009 on the basis that I have provided two forms of evidence from the same source; although I have claimed 25 points under Previous Earnings, the Secretary of State has awarded me 0 points under Previous Earnings because the reason mentioned above. If truth be told it’s my mistake and I have not noticed this on the guidance notes.

I have spoken to a solicitor today and he advised me to go for the option of making new application and include full supporting evidence i.e. both bank statements covering 12 months and payslips under Previous Earnings section.

My questions:

1) What is the right application form should I use in this case and can you please send me a link to it?

2) I have been given 10 working days (deadline is 18th Jan 2010) to appeal; shall I send the fresh application form before this deadline?

3) Can I apply this time on the day rather than using the post (quicker option)?

4) Are there any additional information needed (for example covering letter explaining why I have provided supporting documents from the same source)?

Please come back to me if you have an answer to these questions and/or you can help me in this matter.

Thanks in advance for your kind help,

Ala

]]> Tue, 05 Jan 2010 22:46:41 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121662-refused-for-leave-to-remain-as-a-tier-1-general/ Tier 1 (General) http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121223-tier-1-general/
I am trying to convert to Tier1 General from India, my husband is accompanying me who is on student Visa and I am on student’s dependent visa-valid until Apr 2011.

God forbidden, if my Visa gets declines then can we both come back to UK, will his student visa still be valid.

Thanks in advance.




]]> Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:06:54 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121223-tier-1-general/ Please Advice http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121601-please-advice/
Currency, I am having this predicament.

I sent my application for tier 1 extension ( my HSMP is expiring) on the 2nd of Dec 2009 and HO confirmed received on the 3rd of Dec. My Visa actually expires on the 6th of Dec. I just received a letter to day (2nd of Jan 2010) from HO rejecting my application stating that it is invalid. The reason they claimed was that I did not accompanied the photographs as specified mandatory in the application form. I did, it must have slipped or misplaced.

As you would have guest, my visa is now expired. It the letter from the HO, they suggest I make another application with a new fee.

If I submit another application, do I need to use the latest bank statements? If this the case, then if the bank statement date exceeded my visa expired date, is this allowed?
Can I claim back the fee if the application is invalid? (There is no mention about refund of the previous fee).
In the new application, I would need to fill in D16 and D17, is this correct?
It is illegal for me to work now, is this correct?

Your assistance is much appreciated.

Cheers]]> Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:11:52 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121601-please-advice/ Umbrella Company Earnings http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121415-umbrella-company-earnings/

I have a little problem. I work for employment Agencies and I am being paid by Umbrella company. I want to know what earning HO will Consider, is it my contracted salary or the gross income after offsetting expenses.

For instance,

My agreed pay with the agency per week is £600.00, the Umbrella company deducts receives this and deducts £20 admin charges, employee NI £56, Allowable expenses £180 from the Salary, so my taxable gross is £600-(20+56=160) = 364. Tax on £364= NI 23 PAYE = 56, then my net earnings or "Payment Received" is 285 + 180 expenses = £465.

You will notice that my net earnings, which the Umbrella Company calls "Payment Received" = £465 is more than taxable gross=£365.

I am aware that the HO considers the gross pay due for tax and not net income.

Which pay will the HO consider?



Total Contractual Salary from my agency? £600

OR

Taxable Gross Pay after the reductions (Admin fees, Employee NI and Expenses)? £364

OR

Payment Received? £465


Please I need your advise. Very many might fall victim.

Thanks]]> Sun, 03 Jan 2010 20:28:39 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121415-umbrella-company-earnings/ All Tier 1 General Successful Applicants - Self Employed Sole Trader Earning Documents Sample http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121404-all-tier-1-general-successful-applicants-self-employed-sole-trader-earning-documents-sample/

I would like to show some of my earnings (about £4000 I've earned) from self employment. The explantion in the guidleines for the required documents to prove the earnings from self employment sole trader sources is so vague that I'm very confused what and how the documents should be produced.


I would be very humble and grateful to anyone who can attach or email me any sample documents they have produced to prove their earnings and eventually succeeded. I'm eagerly waiting in hope that someone will help this lost and confused!!!!!.......

Please please help!!!!!!!

Many thanks]]> Fri, 01 Jan 2010 19:36:05 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121404-all-tier-1-general-successful-applicants-self-employed-sole-trader-earning-documents-sample/ Share Capital http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/120792-share-capital/ 1.He declared net profit as profit before tax.but as per my understanding
net profit is profit after every thing paid(expenses and tax) ie profit after tax.. so from netprofit we can take dividends...
2. in the index of company accounts , he just wrote the his firm name and address. i asked him to write his name,phone number etc .. he said when he give the accountants letter, every thing will be covered in the letter.. is it o.k?
3. when i submitted annual returns , i did a small mistake in filling share capital information few days ago//
so in the company house web site my company info will be like this , Currency gbp
Number of shares: 100
Aggregate nominal value of issued shares: 1
Share class: Ordinary
Shares Issued: 100
Amount paid: 1
Amount unpaid: 0
Total aggregate value of shares issued: 1
Prescribed particulars (of rights attached to shares):
Full Details of Shareholders
Shareholding1:
100 Ordinary Shares held
Name: xxxxxxxxx

4.so for how many shares i can claim dividend technically?

5. In the company accounts , accountant showed called up share capital as just £1(alloted,issued, fully paid) and paid all the dividend to 1 share..is it o.k? in that case where remaining 99 shares gone?

please advise me....

thanks in advance...]]> Thu, 24 Dec 2009 19:27:26 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/120792-share-capital/ Extention Of Hsmp http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121178-extention-of-hsmp/
If you are on Tierl 1 General Migrant Visa, can you extend this visa twice or you can just extend it once?

MAny thanks]]> Thu, 24 Dec 2009 13:04:52 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121178-extention-of-hsmp/ Overseas Earning http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121194-overseas-earning/ I want to ask one question regarding overseas income.I m on hsmp.I am also director of my own limited company which s related to garment import and wholeseller in UK.I am also working as a buying agent for one company in Pakistan.Its like i get the orders from Europian buyers for tht xyz company and they export the goods to europe...On order i ll get 6 % commision in my Pakistan bank account.I pay tax on 6% as wel as in Pakistan.Can i show proof of income on my extension.Or i have to pay tax on tht income in UK as wel as?if i wanna show as a earning on my extension...Have a nice day..Thanks]]> Wed, 23 Dec 2009 21:53:58 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/121194-overseas-earning/ Relevance Of 1St Two Years Of Tier 1 When Extending Stay http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/120875-relevance-of-1st-two-years-of-tier-1-when-extending-stay/
Is it right to assume that the first 2 years under Tier-1 isn't really important in regards with what the applicant does in the country, as long as he remains in the country within the ILR allowance threshold?? So can one actually stay in the country and have irregular jobs or even take time off to study, but still qualify for the extension after year 3 if he/she possesses sufficient points?

In effect.... can someone come into the country, not work for 1st 2 years and only work in the 3rd year to gain sufficient points for the extension?

Thanks.]]> Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:25:39 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/120875-relevance-of-1st-two-years-of-tier-1-when-extending-stay/ Application Of New Tier 1 Rules To Existing Tier 1 Holders? http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/120763-application-of-new-tier-1-rules-to-existing-tier-1-holders/
Thanks.]]> Tue, 22 Dec 2009 18:41:14 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/120763-application-of-new-tier-1-rules-to-existing-tier-1-holders/ Sudden Closure Of Bank Account http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/120971-sudden-closure-of-bank-account/

I have got a big problem here. Today Yorkshire building Society closed my savings account because I am changing address and on providing my passport as ID, they discovered that my HSMP visa expires in 3 weeks, then told me they will close my account because its against their terms and condition. They said any customer must be permanent residence or have at least 12 months to stay. They didnt tell me this when I opened the account on 6th october with my Driver's licence and deposited the required £800 in there, I have been running the account puting £10 weekly since 6th October, and today 18th Dec, they closed the account and returned my £920 to me. I explained my predicament to the bank manager, she said all they couldnt anything but all could do is return my Passbook to me showing that the account was in prefered credit up till 18 Dec, I have the passbook with me. I have now put the money in another savings immediately today. My 3 months would be due by 6th Dec. Meanwhile I have my other current account with ballance of over £2000 as of today but this account is not reliable because I had gone below £800 twice within the last 3 months but have a ballance of over £2000 since the last 1 month.

What can I do as I am due to apply for my Tier1 by 16 Jan 2010?]]> Mon, 21 Dec 2009 20:04:32 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/120971-sudden-closure-of-bank-account/ New Changes In Tier1 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/120224-new-changes-in-tier1/
there are new changes coming in the Tier 1 application.
can anyone explain this following point!

"migrants with a bachelor's degree but no master's degree should be allowed to come to the UK under Tier 1 (General), if their previous earnings are high enough"

does it mean that master's degree holder's will no longer be able to apply for Tier 1. or how it can affect the applicants with master's degree.
please reply

Thanks]]> Sat, 19 Dec 2009 10:51:43 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/120224-new-changes-in-tier1/ Joint Account Statment http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/120983-joint-account-statment/
I am going to apply for HSMP at january 2010.
Can I submit joint account (with my father) statement (three months) as a proof of maintanance of funds?

or I have to show my own personal bank statement.
waiting for your kind reply.

thanks,

viki]]> Sat, 19 Dec 2009 10:19:15 +0000 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/120983-joint-account-statment/ Final Confirmation Before Submitting Tier1 http://www.ukresident.com/forums/topic/120917-final-confirmation-before-submitting-tier1/ i have 2 types of earnings 1. salaried
2. self employment ....i am operating through own limited company...i am the sale shareholder and sole director
i never took salary from my limited company..all the earnings are dividends... so the documents, i am submitting are...
1.personal bank statement
2.dividend vouchers signed by company secretary on company letterhaed
3. unaudited business accounts..(p/l , balance sheet) ..on a4 sheet signed by director...
4. accountants letter just confirming my dividends from my company
5. business bank statement..
6. certificate of incorporation

Question1: do i need a letter from my accountant confirm the figs like net profit , sales, tax etc, from unaudited business account? (since i took the earnings in the form of dividends and claiming points for dividends only, so i took the accountant letter to confirm dividend earnings )

Question2:while signing the balance sheet by director , there must be statement saying accounts prepared according to companies act 1985... but yesterday i got my unaudited accounts from accountant..they are prepared according to new companies act 2006 which replaces 1985 act..
so which statement to include?


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