I am a spouse of a British citizen. my visa ends 27/07/07 and i entered uk 16/09/05 do i need extention visa?

Question

my two years should end on 16/09/07 and my visa ends on 27/07/07 so do i need to apply for an extension visa for those 5 weeks before i apply for indefinate leave to remain?

Answer 1

I think you should in any case apply for the indefinite before your visa expires, about a month before, and you will be covered while you have an application in.

However, I strongly advise you to check this out with a Law Centre, Citizens Advice Bureau, or immigration solicitor, getting things wrong at this stage could have serious consequences.

EDIT Just had a look at the home office website: check page 5 of

http://www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/6353/11406/formsetm0606.pdf

where it states that you cannot apply for ILR more than 28 days before your two years finishes, and that you may need to apply for extension. It also gives a number to phone, but in my opinion you shouldn't waste your time trying to phone Immigration, even if you get through they can and do give incorrect advice over the phone, you will have no proof and no come-back if things so wrong.


also check page 5 of

http://www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/6353/11406/formflrm0606.pdf

for guidance about the form for applying for extension. I'm afraid you have to pay twice!

Good luck!

Answer 2

I don't think you will need to apply for an extension visa and I'm sure that you can apply for indefinite leave before the 2 years actually ends anyway.
I think you should contact the home office to be sure.
Good luck!

Answer 3

You need to apply for british residency via the home office. You can only apply 4 weeks before your temporary resident visa expires and it costs £500 to do it in person at the home office, or you can apply by post. I would recommend that you did it in person as you need to take evidence with you that you and your spouse have been living together over the 2 year period - utility bills, bank statements etc - with your address on it.
Do not leave it after your temporary visa expires or you risk deportation and major problems.
Best to do in person rather than post as if you miss something sending something you have to start the process all over again. Plus by doing it in person at the home office you get your british residency visa label in your passport on the day.

Answer 4

Yes, you need an extension visa. You should contact the Imigration & nationality Directorate at www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk and there you will find the application for you, otherwise contact them by phone so they can guide you. But remember it takes too long for the issue up to 6 months. Good Luck

Answer 5

I can only assume you are from Eastern Europe English law is fair regarding the 2 yr period giving you the right to change your mind.You do need a valid visa to stay in the UK otherwise you will be classed as illegal.That will not help your cause in applying for Citizenship.You can obtain an extesion to your present Visa in most cases on the Internet.But strongly advise you to stay Legal,once again the system is very fair and in spite of what you think we welcome you to stay in the UK.

Answer 6

Check with the British High Commision or the Passport office directly. You may be ab le to find out the information through your own consul in england.

Answer 7

the simple answer is yes.being the spouse of a british citizen no longer gives you right of entry.you may request an extension which if granted will let you remain in the uk for two years.you may then apply for settlement indefinite leave to remain in the uk and after a qualifying time apply for citizenship.ok..

Answer 8

You mean you are married to him? If so then get a permanent residency visa. That is what my american wife did.
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Answer 9

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Answer 10

no u do not i think that i have enough experience dealing with home office/immigration go ahead and apply good luck