International move: Skilled Worker timeline (Applicant, community account)

Their experience

Hi all, I have recently submitted my ILR application under the Skilled Worker route using the priority service and wanted to share my timeline and document checklist in case it helps others in a similar situation. **Timeline** * Entered the UK in January 2019 as a dependant visa holder * Started full-time employment in January 2020 * First Skilled Worker visa granted in April 2021 from Company A * Second Skilled Worker visa granted in April 2023 from Company B * Continuously employed until re

Documents they used

• descriptionCurrent passport + previous passports (Need to scan and upload)
• descriptionBRP / eVisa
• descriptionCurrent Employer reference letter confirming:
• descriptionSOC code
• descriptionsalary
• descriptionongoing employment
• descriptionrequired for foreseeable future
• descriptionno unpaid leave
• descriptionLatest payslip
• descriptionRecent Bank statement showing salary credit
• descriptionSigned consent form
• descriptionPrevious employer absence confirmation letters
• descriptioneVisa & share code
• descriptionAbsences**
• descriptionMy absences included:
• descriptionannual leave
• descriptionfamily visits
• descriptionholidays
• descriptionlimited remote work periods with employer approval
• descriptionTotal absences were comfortably within the 180-day continuous residence limits.
• descriptionHope this helps someone going through a similar ILR process. Happy to answer questions based on my experience.

Lessons for planners

• Strong financial and employment evidence matter — match the checklist to your visa type.