You can submit an application for the extension of your BNO visa from within the UK before your current visa expires, provided you hold BNO status. Those who initially applied for a 30-month BNO visa must apply for an extension to extend their stay for an additional 30 months, enabling them to complete the five-year residency requirement and qualify for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) as a BNO status holder. Applications for the BNO visa extension must adhere to the guidelines outlined in Appendix Hong Kong British National (Overseas) of the Immigration Rules. It is important to note that the Home Office UKVI does not offer Priority or Super Priority Service options for BNO visa extension applications; therefore, all applications must be submitted through the standard service.

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You have the option to apply for a BNO visa extension for either 30 months or 60 months. Upon completing five years of residency in the UK, you will be eligible for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) as a BNO. After holding ILR for one year, you may then apply for British citizenship either through naturalisation or registration.

Our skilled team of immigration solicitors in London is ready to offer expert advice and legal representation on a fixed-fee basis regarding your BNO visa extension application from within the UK. Reach out to our specialist team of BNO visa solicitors for free online advice or book an appointment to receive comprehensive immigration guidance and consultation on your visa extension application.

Requirements for Extension of BN(O) Visa in the UK

To qualify for the extension of a BN(O) visa from within the United Kingdom, applicants must satisfy the following criteria:

• A valid application for the extension of the BN(O) visa must be submitted.
• The applicant must be at least 18 years old on the application date.
• The applicant must hold British National (Overseas) status as per the Hong Kong (British Nationality) Order 1986.
• The applicant must be habitually residing in the UK, the Bailiwick of Guernsey, the Bailiwick of Jersey, the Isle of Man, or Hong Kong at the time of application.
• If the applicant has resided in the UK for 12 months or more prior to the application, they will automatically meet the financial requirements. If the applicant has resided in the UK for less than 12 months, the decision-maker must be confident that the applicant can financially sustain themselves and avoid public funds for a minimum of six months.
• The applicant must not be subject to refusal under Part 9: grounds for refusal.
• The applicant must not:
  • Be in violation of immigration laws, unless paragraph 39E applies, in which case the overstaying period will be disregarded.
  • Be under immigration bail.

• In cases where the applicant is requesting permission to remain and:

• • Their previous grant of permission was for six months or less.
  • The applicant was residing in a country listed in Appendix T of these regulations for more than six months immediately before their most recent grant of permission.

Terms and Conditions for Granting of BN(O) Visa

Upon approval, the applicant will be granted permission for one of the following durations:

• A five-year period if the applicant has requested a five-year term; or
• A 30-month period if the applicant has requested a 30-month term.

The granted permission will be subject to the following stipulations:

• No access to public funds;
• Permission to work, including self-employment and voluntary roles, with the exception of working as a professional sportsperson (including as a coach);
• Permission to study, subject to the ATAS conditions outlined in Appendix ATAS.

How We Can Assist with BN(O) Visa Extension

Our dedicated team of BN(O) visa experts at Aden & Co Solicitors offers specialized immigration advice and legal representation, available on a fixed-fee basis for your BN(O) visa extension application within the UK. The immigration process managed by our solicitors will involve the following steps:

• Our legal team will evaluate your eligibility for an extension of your BN(O) visa from within the UK, ensuring all relevant criteria are met;
• We will guide you on the necessary documentation required for your BN(O) visa extension application;
• Our solicitors will thoroughly examine the supporting documents to ensure compliance with UKVI Home Office requirements for an extension of your BN(O) visa;
• We will complete the online application form for your BN(O) visa extension from within the UK;
• Our solicitors will draft a comprehensive cover letter in support of your application, detailing how the applicant meets all the necessary conditions for an extension of the BN(O) visa;
• We will submit your application online, covering the applicable Home Office UKVI fees and securing your appointment with the UKVCAS application center;
• Our team will upload all required documents online as part of your application;
• We will handle all follow-up tasks, including responding to any Home Office UKVI inquiries, ensuring the smooth progress of your application until a decision is made.

Fixed Fees for BNO Visa UK Extension

• Aden & Co Solicitors offer a transparent fixed fee structure for applications related to the extension of BNO visas in the UK. The cost typically ranges from £1,000 to £1,500 (excluding VAT), with the final fee determined by the complexity and the amount of work required for your specific extension application.
• Please note, this fixed fee covers legal services only and does not include any additional expenses, such as the UKVI application fees, which must be paid separately to the Home Office by the applicant.