New successful case and testimonial on Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR, permanent residency visa) for a Tier 2 migrant who spent 5 years in the UK.

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“I would like to thank the 1st 4Immigration team for the great job in preparation of my (successful) ILR application! In particular, I would like to thank Joanne for her being very meticulous with the related paperwork and accompanying documentation and for giving non-trivial advice in several cases where I did not know how to answer a particular question in application form. I would also like to thank Neil for staying with me in Croydon during the time my application was being processed, that was a great psychological support.

I recommend their service to everybody looking for an immigration advisor. The process of applying for long-term residence visas is not only complex but also emotionally demanding because you understand that you whole career and family life depend on the outcome of this application. In this case, you need somebody on your side to be both professional and emotionally supportive.

1st 4Immigration is exactly that kind of a team! They are very far from that `stereotypical' cold lawyer that tells you: "Here are the options available to you by law, instruct me and I will act accordingly". Quite oppositely, they consider the available options together with you and recommend you the best one in your particular situation.

You are doing a great job, guys! Best of luck in your noble business.”

This came from  Igor, a lecturer in the University of London. Igor spent 5 years in the UK as a Tier 2 (General) migrant, so it was time for him to apply for ILR.  

The next step will be to apply for British Citizenship, which can usually be done after 12 months.   However, there are also other requirements, such as on absences from the UK, which have to be observed. The good thing about applications for Citizenship is that we don’t submit the original passports, so our clients can travel abroad while their applications are being considered.
 

For an individual advice or to make your application as successful please contact us: info@1st4immigration.com or visit   http://www.1st4immigration.com/settlement-indefinite-leave-visas.php
 

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