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Sole representatives of overseas firms

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How do I apply to extend my stay (further leave to remain) under the sole representative of an overseas firm category?

If you are making your application before 27 November 2008, you must use version 06/2008 of the form. If you are making your application on or after 27 November 2008, you must use the new version (version 11/2008).

This page explains how you can apply to extend your stay (further leave to remain) if you are in the United Kingdom under the sole representative of an overseas firm category.

Under the business person category you will be given permission to stay in the United Kingdom for two years and then you will have to apply for further leave to remain, up to five years maximum.

Making an application

To make an application for an extension of stay (further leave to remain) under the business person category you will need to fill in the BUS application form. You can download the BUS application form and guidance from the right side of this page. You must read the guidance before filling in the application form. For information on where to send your application form the where to send page.

Dependants

You will need to make an application to extend the stay (further leave to remain) of any dependants at the same time as you make your own application and using the same form. For further information on dependants, you should see the dependants section.

Any dependant children over 18 years old should make their own application on a separate form and pay the appropriate fee.

Fees

You will need to pay a fee when you make your application. See the cost page for the current fees.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is my immigration status while my application is being decided?

    If you make an application before your authorised stay ends, your existing immigration status will continue until your application is decided, even if the decision is not made until after the end of your permitted stay. If your existing visa or other permission to stay here allows you to work, you can continue to do so until your case is decided.

Application forms

Extension of stay or indefinite leave to remain in the United Kingdom as a Sole representative and Retired person of independent means.

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