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by geriatrix
Wed Oct 11, 2006 10:26 pm
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: HSMP Status check
Replies: 1
Views: 2866
United Kingdom

Hi, BTW, you sure your HSMP case is approved ?? becuase the case number is usually given once the payment has been collected. Or is it that your solicitor never gave you your case number until now ?? When did you apply (I mean when did your solicitor submit the HSMP application)?? Anyhow, unfortunat...
by geriatrix
Tue Oct 10, 2006 4:55 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Plz share the best way of arranging Courier
Replies: 92
Views: 80308
United Kingdom

Hi, Couple of fellow members who have used the services have recommended http://www.mbesheffield.co.uk . Also view: - http://www.immigrationboards.com/viewtopic.php?t=10290 Make sure you sepak to DHL/FedEx/UPS etc. beforehand as to whether they will collect your package in UK for return shipment to ...
by geriatrix
Tue Oct 10, 2006 4:46 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Queries about VAF1 form..
Replies: 5
Views: 1269
United Kingdom

But in section 4.8 to 4.12 , they are asking about Reason for rejection... Where is that implied ... anywhere on the form ?? I couldn't find it. It is clearly stated that, and I quote - " If you have answered yes to questions 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6 or 4.7 please complete questions 4.8-4.12 as appl...
by geriatrix
Tue Oct 10, 2006 4:37 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Thread to track HSMP applications from U.S.A
Replies: 154
Views: 59450
United Kingdom

I am applying for HSMP under 28 quota. I am having exactly 2 years and 2 months of experience with the same company. i am on deputation in US. Was wondering, how do HSMP case workers do reference check? as if they call up my current employer (as do not have any experience with other companies), i a...
by geriatrix
Tue Oct 10, 2006 4:26 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Queries about VAF1 form..
Replies: 5
Views: 1269
United Kingdom

Question 4.2 says Pl. provide details below.. use the space in 4.8 to 4.12. In these (4.8 to 4.12), give details of the last visa application you made (in case you applied multiple times in the past). 4.3 "Have you applied to UK visa before) , i have to say YES?? Yes !! :) Do i need to fill Se...
by geriatrix
Tue Oct 10, 2006 2:24 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: official transcript
Replies: 1
Views: 767
United Kingdom

Hi,

I am not sure if a "ration card" will be an acceptable evidence of marriage.
Has someone your know tried this document as an evidence.

Look at the guidance notes to see which docs. are acceptable.


regards
by geriatrix
Tue Oct 10, 2006 2:10 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Courier return address
Replies: 9
Views: 2335
United Kingdom

Hi Giblet, Suggest that you send a fax to 0114 207 6021 (the guidance says it is a fax number) and ask them for the following details: 1. Detailed Building address where the packet is ready for courier pickup. 2. Time(s) & date(s) when the packet can be picked up. 3. Caseworker name & contac...
by geriatrix
Tue Oct 10, 2006 12:06 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Courier return address
Replies: 9
Views: 2335
United Kingdom

Hi Giblet, I've written to the general HSMP team and my caseworker. I've gotten four different addresses, and sent FedEx out to pick up three different times. Each time, it was an incorrect address. This is really surprising !! :shock: :shock: The HSMP guidance says that in case you wish to arrange ...
by geriatrix
Tue Oct 10, 2006 8:24 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: experinace scored zero..any body can advise me for review
Replies: 18
Views: 5809
United Kingdom

Hi windmill, if the job description was on separate letter from the employer reference letter (which does mention that), is that ok? That should be acceptable. There's no predefined format given by HO, so every employer may have a different way of scripting the reference letters e.g.- The cover page...
by geriatrix
Mon Oct 09, 2006 4:07 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Help me regarding HSMP process
Replies: 6
Views: 1557
United Kingdom

Theoretically - As long as it can be proved beyond doubt that it was "graduate level" experience, then yes it can be counted even though you did not have a degree in hand then. Practically - difficult to prove that you had necessary "graduate level" skills before completing your ...
by geriatrix
Sun Oct 08, 2006 1:03 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: experinace scored zero..any body can advise me for review
Replies: 18
Views: 5809
United Kingdom

Hi Tabhar, have attached job description also but was not sign and stamped just print out... Clealry you won't get points for this :shock: and two experinc certficates just on letter haed with sign and stamp...for my past employer Did these "experience" letters have detailed job responsibi...
by geriatrix
Sun Oct 08, 2006 12:56 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: DO I NEED TO CHANGE MY STATUS
Replies: 1
Views: 659
United Kingdom

Hi Chandan,

If you HSMP is approved and you do not change from WP to HSMP visa within 6 months from the the date of HSMP approval, your HSMP approval will become invalid.


regards
by geriatrix
Fri Oct 06, 2006 11:46 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: HSMP entry clearance queries
Replies: 10
Views: 3070
United Kingdom

Hi Rohan, If the letter from the university says you have passed the course, then this letter alongwith the transcripts are sufficient proof. How long is your student visa valid for ? and how long is the HSMP approval valid for (what's the date on the approval letter)?. If you time, wait for your gr...
by geriatrix
Thu Oct 05, 2006 3:27 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: To all: Switching from WHM to HSMP
Replies: 3
Views: 1823
United Kingdom

Sorry V3, but I have no clue about this bit. Only those who have converted WHM to HSMP will be able to provide an insight.

:(

regards
by geriatrix
Thu Oct 05, 2006 2:39 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: ALL OCTOBER applicants POST here
Replies: 490
Views: 153617
United Kingdom

Root, Moral of the story is "Don't send application at the end of the month if there's a chance that it will received after 30th/31st of that month". :wink: I don't think caseworkers have the time to look at these nitty-gritties of each and every application. Their guidance says 12 months ...
by geriatrix
Thu Oct 05, 2006 1:07 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: ALL OCTOBER applicants POST here
Replies: 490
Views: 153617
United Kingdom

Since it says 12 "months" prior to the application being received, in your case it will be till September. You might get paid weekly, but what they are interested in is annual earnings in 12 months before October (in your case) and not necessarily till October 14th (which is same month as ...
by geriatrix
Thu Oct 05, 2006 11:41 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: HSMP Refused on Past Earning
Replies: 20
Views: 6780
United Kingdom

Hi, Of the 4 documents you say you submitted as proof of past earnings, which 2 documents reflect the same gross salary amount ??? It seems from your case that apart from the salary slips the only document that could have shown the same gross salary figure is the "payment certificate". So ...
by geriatrix
Wed Oct 04, 2006 4:43 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: UNIQUE COMPLICATION FOR HSMP
Replies: 9
Views: 2492
United Kingdom

:shock: :shock:

Dude, you need to get that through NARIC. Link already provided above, so where's the confusion :roll:. Anyways, let me try once again :lol:
CLICK HERE: http://www.naric.org.uk/index.asp?page= ... %20Service

regards
by geriatrix
Wed Oct 04, 2006 4:28 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Prepared Well for Submission of Application
Replies: 13
Views: 2882
United Kingdom

Hi Dina,

Looks fine. All the best :)

regards
by geriatrix
Wed Oct 04, 2006 2:32 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Salary slips and tax returns mandatory for EC ?
Replies: 4
Views: 1226
United Kingdom

Don't think there is any restriction on who a sponsor ought to be.

regards
by geriatrix
Wed Oct 04, 2006 2:30 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: HSMP Approved
Replies: 29
Views: 10517
United Kingdom

Converting WP to dependent visa within UK is possible.

regards
by geriatrix
Wed Oct 04, 2006 2:23 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Salary slips and tax returns mandatory for EC ?
Replies: 4
Views: 1226
United Kingdom

Hi, Given your circumstances, it seems that your spouse will have to sponsor you "financially". For this, you will need a letter from your spouse confirming the intention to: a) accommodate you during your stay in UK, and b) take care of your maintenance and subsistence in UK. Since the fi...
by geriatrix
Wed Oct 04, 2006 2:17 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: HSMP Extension-application form + documents...HELP
Replies: 2
Views: 941
United Kingdom

Do I need to mail both my old and new passport this time? or just new one? Just the new one will do. 'From which British Diplomatic post overseas did you obtain entry clearance and/or visa?' Name the post where you got the student visa issued. 3. Do I need to enclose my house rental contract? Yes I...
by geriatrix
Wed Oct 04, 2006 12:02 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Prepared Well for Submission of Application
Replies: 13
Views: 2882
United Kingdom

Hi, 1. If you can get a letter from your old manager on the company letter headed paper of the organization he is currently working in, that will be great. The content need not change much as in the original letter, except that it will have to start somewhat like "This is to state that I have k...
by geriatrix
Wed Oct 04, 2006 11:51 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: HSMP Review Request.... PLEASE REPLY URGENTLY
Replies: 1
Views: 749
United Kingdom

Duplicate post ... yet again !! :cry: