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[deckard97f]

So my step-kids got their visas (physically) this morning hurrah

However it says on the passport Indefinite leave to enter, whereas my wife who is already here has IL to remain

Does anyone know what the difference is

Thanks in advance

DECK

[aprilmaejon]

So my step-kids got their visas (physically) this morning hurrah

However it says on the passport Indefinite leave to enter, whereas my wife who is already here has IL to remain

Does anyone know what the difference is

Thanks in advance

DECK

I don't know about this matter but I guess because the mother is already in Indefinte so as the children as well....maybe that is how it rolls!

Anyway, I'm sure that other expert members here will respond to your question with a definite answer very soon...

Guys? What do you think? Am I right or definitely wrong?

[Terpe]

So my step-kids got their visas (physically) this morning hurrah

However it says on the passport Indefinite leave to enter, whereas my wife who is already here has IL to remain

Does anyone know what the difference is

Thanks in advance

DECK

ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain) and ILE (Indefinite Leave to Enter) are in-principle both allowing the very same visa conditions once the holder arrives to UK, so don't be concerned about that.

The difference is solely 'visa-technical' in that ILR can only be officially issued within UK
whereas
ILE can only be issued outside UK in line with 'standard' Entry Clearance condition such as validity dates and expiry date.

Quite a few people with ILE actually apply for a No Time Limit endorsement (NTL) and this is very clear to employers that a right to work is granted. That ILE will show an expiry date and this can present potential employers with a challenge.

Look here at this link to see how to apply for NTL endorsement.

Be aware there is a yet another hefty charge of £104 for this.

Hope that clarifies the difference for you.