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Are you currently in the UK without a legal visa or leave to stay? Have you or your child(ren) spent most of your lives here? Are you hoping to make the UK your permanent home and keep your family together?
If so, the FLR (FP) application may be the solution you’re looking for. This application route is designed for those with established family or private life connections in the UK, even if they currently lack legal status.
In this blog, we’ll explore the FLR (FP) application in detail, including eligibility requirements, the essential document checklist, and step-by-step guidance on completing and submitting your application online.
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What is FLR FP Application?
FLR (FP) refers to Further Leave to Remain in accordance with the UK immigration system’s F and P categories, which are determined by the Family Life (as outlined in appendix FM) or the Private Life (as outlined in Part 7) factors.
If you are a partner, parent, or dependant child of a British citizen, or if you have settled in the UK, or if you want to apply for extra leave to remain based on your private life, then you should fill out this form. The following groups are affected by this:
- Partners who are eligible (10-year route)
- Parents of British citizens or settler individuals (5- or 10-year path)
- Dependent offspring of an individual who has or is applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK
- Applicants for private life in the UK (10-year path)
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Essential Steps for Submitting the FLR FP Application Online
Follow the following steps to fill out the FLR FP application form.
Access the form: In order to get the FLR FP application form, you have to go to the official UK government website.
Register now: To begin the application process, either sign up for an account or log in with the one you already have.
Complete the form: Details about yourself (name, DOB, citizenship status), your immigration background (including past and present status), and the areas pertinent to your application (such as family life, and leave to remain) must be filled out.
Upload file: Documents such as a passport or proof of relationship can be scanned and uploaded as supporting evidence.
Verify your details: Be sure to review all details and fill out all mandatory fields.
Pay the fee: Use the online system to make the necessary payment.
Submit an application: To finish your application, click the “Submit” button.
Confirmation: Please keep the proof of submission by saving it or printing it out.
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How to fill FLR FP Form?
In your FLR FP online Form, you must detail all of the reasons or grounds that you seek to live in the UK. You need to send enough proof of your current status in the UK along with your application package.
The form is comprised of the following sixteen sections:
- Details about you
- Information regarding your immigration status, including the category for which you are seeking UK residency,
- Information about the dependents who are applying with you
- Your history of immigration
- Also, your accommodation and available funds
- Background information. Any information related to civil penalties, judgments, or convictions against you or your dependents, whether criminal or not, must be included here.
- Fa family life with a partner (10-year plan) or Don’t follow the rules. Any individual with a spouse, same-sex partner, or unmarried partner is required to fill out this portion of the FLR FP Form.
- Family life as a dependant or parent (five- or ten-year paths)
- Your children’s information who are currently living in the UK
- Private life, or the 10-year route to UK settlement
- This section is for any additional information you believe may help your application.
- Biometric Residence Permit, which can only be issued upon approval of your settlement status
- Travel Document, National Identity Card, or Passport
- Proof that you comply with all UK settlement regulations
- Your declaration and any verification procedures requested by the Home Office
To review your application, the Home Office will utilise all of the personal data you provide.
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What is the FLR FP Document Checklist?
- Evidence of relationship (birth/marriage certificates)
- Residence proof (tenancy agreements, utility bills)
- Financial evidence (bank statements, payslips)
- English language proficiency
- Proof of private life (school, medical records)
When may I apply for FLR (FP)?
You can ask for FLR FP at any time while you are in the UK. This remains true even if you want to change your visa category once you’re already in the UK. Moreover, you are allowed to apply to extend your current leave up to 28 days before it ends under FLR FP.
You will have to fill out the application online in both cases.
What is the UK Settlement Application Process?
You must include the payment for the Immigration Health Surcharge in your application. Before you submit your FLR FP Form, you must determine if you are required to complete the Immigration Health Surcharge evaluation.
Depending on your immigration path, your application process might be different. For instance, a minimum of five years of continuous residence in the UK is required before applying for ILR.
Two separate exams are required for applicants seeking UK settlement under ILR or British naturalisation. You can assess your familiarity with British culture and history with the Life in the UK Test, and assess your proficiency in the English language with the English Language Proficiency Test.
The immigration path you choose could affect the minimum required level of English proficiency. To ensure your application meets all necessary criteria, consult with an immigration lawyer from the UK Immigration Solicitors who can assist you in determining your eligibility.
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What is the FLR FP Application Fee?
The FLR FP fees 2024 is £1,846 for a single application. The cost rises by £3,250 if you’re applying as a family (prices are accurate as of July 2024).
Based on your present immigration status, the processing time for additional leave to remain applications can differ. You may be able to ask for the Home Office’s priority service in some situations.
A Residence Permit will be issued to you and your family members upon approval of your application.
What is the FLR FP Processing Time?
It usually takes three months for the Home Office to make a decision. Delays in your application may arise if you have not submitted all of the necessary documentation that the Home Office requires, or if you are required to attend an interview.
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FLR (FP) Refusals & Rejections
Home Office rejection letters are often difficult to understand. Knowing why they are being turned down can help you be ready for what might happen. Most of the time, you can appeal this decision to the Immigration Tribunal. However, there may be other, faster ways to get things fixed.
Common reasons for FLR(FP) denials
Inadequate proof, lack of funds, or incomplete applications are the main reasons for rejections. If you want to improve your application and reduce your chances of rejection, we can assist you with that.
What if your FLRFP application is rejected?
You still have choices after being turned down. Refusal letters are sent to applicants outlining the reasons for the rejection. Usually, you can appeal to the Immigration Tribunal. We are authorised to prepare you for and defend you in the Immigration Tribunal, which means we will know your case best and increase your chances of success.
Appeal and reapplication
Based on the reasons for rejection, we can propose reapplying with changes made to fix the earlier problems. So, using this method can save a lot of time.
Build your application after rejection
Get help from professionals to find your weaknesses. Collect more proof and fix any mistakes.
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How Can UK Immigration Solicitors Help?
To support our clients with their immigration needs, UK Immigration Solicitors offers access to top-tier immigration attorneys. Our experts are available around the clock to answer your questions and provide guidance on your UK settlement application. If you’re looking to improve your chances of approval for Leave to Remain in the UK, working with one of our experienced immigration advisors is a valuable first step. They can handle the FLR (FP) form as well as all necessary documentation for you.
For assistance with your Leave to Remain application, contact our team by calling 02033844389 or via our online contact form.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Ans. Success rates can differ. More success is achieved with strong applications that have extensive proof.
Ans. Applicants who are still waiting for a decision can continue working as they are. Keep on working as per your previous visa’s terms.
Ans. It is not recommended to travel while waiting. The application could be considered withdrawn as a result.
