All New Guide - How to apply for a Spouse/Partner Visa

[Terpe]

Hi Terpe,

This is a good post. I would like to clarify this.I have question regarding FLR based on this new rule.
My visa validity will start January 13, 2013 and end on October 13, 2015. Im planning to fly in the UK February 22, 2013, because I'm currently working and needs 1 month notice in the office.
With this when should I apply the FLR, how many months before the 33 months expire. Thanks.

Mrs Smith,
I have to admit I'm a little confused about your question.

Here what is stated in the guide here about what happens when you are granted a spouse visa:-

......this will result in being granted a UK visa valid for 33 months.
Shortly before the end of that period, application can be made to stay for a further 30 months provided all requirements continue to be met.
After completion of 5 years in the UK, as the partner of someone who is a British citizen or settled in the UK, then application for settlement can be made. This is known as Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).
Look here at The Settlement page if you want more information about ILR.

The holder of a UK Partner Visa is allowed to work and to have access to the NHS, but is not allowed to receive any public funds until ILR is granted.

That initial 33 months visa at UK entry is designed to allow for up to 3 months additional time.
The very important thing is to make sure you arrive into UK with 30 months visa validity remaining, otherwise you may find you cannot make the 60 months to ILR and will be forced to pay again for yet another FLR just to cover the shortfall.

Hope that helps you. If not just fire away.No problem

[Mrs.Smith]

Mrs Smith,
I have to admit I'm a little confused about your question.

Here what is stated in the guide here about what happens when you are granted a spouse visa:-


That initial 33 months visa at UK entry is designed to allow for up to 3 months additional time.
The very important thing is to make sure you arrive into UK with 30 months visa validity remaining, otherwise you may find you cannot make the 60 months to ILR and will be forced to pay again for yet another FLR just to cover the shortfall.

Hope that helps you. If not just fire away.No problem

Thank you for immediate reply.
Sorry for the confusion.

Let me rephrase my question. When should I apply for another 30 months, is it 2 months before or 1 month before the initial 33 months visa expire?

[Terpe]

Thank you for immediate reply.
Sorry for the confusion.

Let me rephrase my question. When should I apply for another 30 months, is it 2 months before or 1 month before the initial 33 months visa expire?

You may apply 28 days before the end of your 30 month qualifying period of living in UK