Hi Nivedita, You will find answers (and much more useful information) regarding HSMP here:- http://www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/documents/hsmpcaseworkerguidance/ The processing time can vary from 2 weeks to 14 weeks, or even more. No one can say for sure how much time his/her application will take to p...

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If they have mailed you the decision, your documents would be in the same post , as HO returns the documents with the decision letter.

Call up HO to confirm. Not an ideal situation to be in !!

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If my HSMP is refused (NOT the FLR), will i answer 'YES' for the following question in other VISA application forms?

HAVE YOU EVER BEEN REFUSED A VISA FOR THE UK?

The answer is NO.

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Hi ashishgusani, If you are on WHM since early 2005, there is no way you claim the student benefit and submit earning evidence for year 2002-2003 !! Student benefit in terms of past earnings can only be claimed if you are presently a student. You will not be able to score in past earnings unless you...

You will get a 4 year extension when you apply for it in 2007, subject to you meeting the necessary criteria.


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You need to get the current reference letter from the company which is paying your salary.


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Hi gjkris, Am slightly confused whether you are in UK on a "student visa" or "work permit" visa :? If you are a full-time full fee paying international student in UK on a "student visa" and that "student visa" is due to expire before you can re-sit your exams,...

It is the date on which the application is received at HO that matters.

If your application reaches on or after 01-Oct, the 12 month earning period will become Octo'05 to Sep.'06. If it reaches on or before 30-Sep, the 12 month earning period will be Sep'05 - Aug.'06.

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4 years in one go.

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26 September 2006 We have recently received an increase in FLR (IED) applications, which has temporarily had an impact on our ability to clear 70% of such cases within our 20 working day service standard. We are taking steps to rectify the situation and have deployed additional resources to increase...

4 years !!


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Hi Abhijeet,

With no disrespect to you or the roles you've been on till date, working in MNC doesn't necessarily mean that you are at graduate level role !! What do your reference letters state ?? Do they mention clearly your main responsibilities at the post held ??


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Hi, The rule says that an ECO can issue a visa for a maximum of 2 years at the time of first application post HSMP approval. It is nowhere stated that an ECO cannot issue a 1 year visa. Have read on this forum itself that some people in the past got a 1 year visa only. Not sure if things have change...

That's an 8 month old post

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Hi John440, Yes, you have 6 months to apply for an EC. So if you don't plan to leave for UK immediately, I would suggest that you apply for EC near the time of travel. This way, you will get more time to settle down in UK and become economicaaly active, before it's time for an extension. This partic...

Hi, The list in the caseworker manual are not exhaustive, so don't worry about your designation not being on that list. What is important is the role (& responsibilities) mentioned in your reference letters. That is what the caseworkers look at rather than the designation(s). As long as casework...

Hi, NARIC usually sends the letter of comparability through "normal" mail (I received it my letter that way .. an airmail post). The delivery thus varies from country to country. I received my letter within 8 days in India. I am also aware that some people in India received it in 2 weeks o...

Hi Cuberoot, Not had a personal experience yet, but this is what a close friend attached when he applied for FLR a few months (4) ago post HSMP approval :- 1. Duly filled and signed FLR (IED) application form. 2. Passport. 3. Two passport-sized photographs. 4. Original HSMP Approval Letter. 5. Emplo...

Look here - http://www.immigrationboards.com/viewforum.php?f=5

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Hi siva, A good place to start with is http://www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/documents/hsmpcaseworkerguidance/ Queries similar to yours has been answered many times over by friends on the forum. If you could do a "search", you will get loads of information and perspectives. All the best. regards

Hi Dina,

If you are referring to Section3, point 11 on the payment page (Payer name) that the boxes 6,7 & 8 are disabled, it is a known problem.

Saw in other posts that people have complained (at least a few) to HO, but no updated forms have been made available on the website.

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Hi, Cuberoot - You need not fill Section 7. Ashekt , For anyone who's got an approval basis out-country application, it's EC that one has to apply for, since that person is seeking permission to "enter" UK. For those who have got an approval basis in-country application (i.e.- they are alr...

Hi Tramp,

The ideal place to find this out is on the jobsites. You could try:-
http://www.totaljobs.co.uk
http://www.jobserve.com
http://www.reed.co.uk
http://www.monster.co.uk

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Hi Sathyas249, You're right !! With NARIC, you need to pay in advance and send photocopies of your degree(s) & transcripts that you want evaluated. NARIC will issue you a letter of comparability which is enough for HSMP purposes. You can pay online or through other means as advised on the websit...

Submit the following:- 1. Payslips 2. Term deposits (FDs etc.) 3. IT return for last 3 years. 4. Bank statements (last 6 months). Bank statements give a clear indication of cash flow and helps EC in evaluating your case, therefore BHC insists on bank statements covering the last 4-6 months. I am not...