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bangkockney, on 2011-02-08 15:22:06, said:
He could well go as a student first, work 20 hours per week (full time in holidays), as long as his course it at least degree level or equivalent (foundation programmes included).
The OP says her boyfriend has money in the bank, so getting a study visa shouldn't prove difficult. You could then get married in the UK and he could switch to a settlement category when you are good and ready. He could continue to extend his student visa until such time.
Or after his studies he could switch into a work based category, if he were to qualify. Tier 2 would be available if he could secure a job offer, otherwise it would be Tier 1 (General) which has quite tough criteria.
The settlement route is not the only option available to you.
The OP says her boyfriend has money in the bank, so getting a study visa shouldn't prove difficult. You could then get married in the UK and he could switch to a settlement category when you are good and ready. He could continue to extend his student visa until such time.
Or after his studies he could switch into a work based category, if he were to qualify. Tier 2 would be available if he could secure a job offer, otherwise it would be Tier 1 (General) which has quite tough criteria.
The settlement route is not the only option available to you.
Hey thanks so much for your time. I am gona give it all some thought! Thank you again
