ILR

I don't grasp that fully, please explain Graham.

As we know, when you apply for ILR after 5 years you need to have passed the "Life in the UK" test.

It looks as though, if you don't have this test, then you have to apply for another stretch of FLR(M) until you have passed it.

That's what I understand

I was just about to post the same info as you already posted a link to Timmers.
Anyone who still didn't manage to secure a pass at LIUK or indeed English B1 has the option to apply for a further period of leave under FLR(M)
Once the LIUK and or B1 English has been achieved then they become immediately eligible to apply ILR
No need to wait until the FLR(M) expiry in those cases.

Do you have to pay for the extra FLR as normal in this case or is the fee waivered until you pass the LIUK test and apply for ILR?

So, it is a priority then to pass the LIUK test to save hassle and possible further expense.

You really think they'd give you that for nowt? I'm sure you'd have to pay another 649 quid.

You have to pay the regular going rate for the FLR(M) visa.
No waiver and no refund. Even if you apply for ILR within a short time after, say a month.

We better get the girls studying when they come home from work Graham

I'd never heard of this scenario until now, its very helpul to many people that the subject has arisen, I have learned something for one.

Ha ha. Yeah. I bought a Life in the UK book once, a while back, and tried a bit of studying with her. Let's just say I think it's going to be difficult to maintain her interest!

She now has just over 2 years to try to remember that The Battle of Hastings was in 1066. It's going to be a long old slog!!

A bit naïve of me saying do you have to pay for the extra FLR wasn't it?

I hope they ask my missus that question because its now her last name

I hope she doesn't use 1066 for her ATM number

I know it might sound crazy, but I've always advocated securing the LIUK test soonest.
It's not such an easy test unless a proper study is made. Means giving a priority to quality study time.
Studying does make the test very much easier, especially given it's multiple choice.

Best time is before taking up full-time employment.
Without LIUK test no ILR / Citizenship

Probably confuse her even more!

The LIUK test can be taken at any time and any number of times. Bit like a driving test.
There is no expiry of the pass letter.

At what stage of the settlement route are you allowed to take the test?

You answered my question already

Free sample test here: http://lifeintheuk.net/upload/free_test_3/player.html

What a load of old tosh. Seriously. It's all about government and parliament and so on. Clearly written by a civil servant.