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by geriatrix
Thu May 25, 2006 8:08 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Past Earning Query Urgent
Replies: 5
Views: 1403
United Kingdom

1. Since gross salary is considered, they should consider Total Salary (Taxable + Non taxable). You need not worry if total gross salary in past 12 months is same on salary slips and the other (2nd) evidence that you plan to submit (e.g. - tax certificates). 2. If your application is received on any...
by geriatrix
Wed May 24, 2006 3:31 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: HSMP April/May Approval
Replies: 3
Views: 1360
United Kingdom

Congratulations :-)

Hi,

Heartiest congratulations for your approval !!

Also amazed to know that your decision seems to have been made in less than 24 hours. Wow !!

All the best !!

regards
by geriatrix
Wed May 24, 2006 9:41 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Highly Questionable Decision - Preparing for Review Request.
Replies: 9
Views: 2553
United Kingdom

You can pay through alternate means. Please check the website:
http://www.naric.org.uk/index.asp?page=17

regards
by geriatrix
Wed May 24, 2006 9:38 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: work experience question
Replies: 11
Views: 3253
United Kingdom

Hi,

The most important thing here is to prove that the employment was graduate level. Also, your evidences must include detailed information about roles and responsibilities at each post.

regards
by geriatrix
Wed May 24, 2006 8:52 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Highly Questionable Decision - Preparing for Review Request.
Replies: 9
Views: 2553
United Kingdom

Hi, I can understand the frustration you must be going through given the fact that your application has been rejected and you have not yet received your original documents & certificates. The following feedback might help:- 1. Educational qualifications - Get your MBA and BCom degrees verified b...
by geriatrix
Tue May 23, 2006 10:59 am
Forum: Immigration for family members
Topic: Unmarried Partner Visa
Replies: 9
Views: 3429
United Kingdom

I think this info. will help you. Read clause 9.5 in particular.

Follow the link:-
http://www.ukvisas.gov.uk/servlet/Front ... int%20five

regards
by geriatrix
Fri May 19, 2006 3:26 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: HSMP Earning power Gross/Net salary
Replies: 3
Views: 1690
United Kingdom

Salary - Gross or Net ??

Hi, This is what the caseworkers' guidance notes say about your queries:- ------- 1. The assessment should be made on the applicant’s gross income for the period. 2. The first step is to work out how much the applicant has earned over the 12 month period (from the evidence provided). If it is in a f...
by geriatrix
Fri May 19, 2006 11:34 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Initial approval letter lost!
Replies: 4
Views: 2348
United Kingdom

Found this info. on the HO website http://www.workingintheuk.gov.uk In what circumstances can I request a reprint of an HSMP letter? 01 March 2006 1. Reprinting valid HSMP permission letters will apply in the following circumstances: To correct errors and omissions 2. You, or your representative, ma...
by geriatrix
Fri May 19, 2006 11:14 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Query MSc. Computer Science from India to Kayalami, Chess
Replies: 3
Views: 1212
United Kingdom

MSc from India - 15 or 25 ??

Hi, Don't think anyone but an alumni from Univ. of Pune who has applied for HSMP will be able to tell you for sure whether your PG degree will fecth you 15 points or 25. My wife has an MD from India and when I asked the same question to people on similar forums when she wa sapplying for HSMP, some p...
by geriatrix
Wed May 17, 2006 10:13 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: NARIC ADDRESS, PLS
Replies: 2
Views: 1156
United Kingdom

NARIC address

Here's the website: http://www.naric.org.uk


regards
by geriatrix
Tue May 16, 2006 10:58 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Review Request.
Replies: 2
Views: 1036
United Kingdom

In the cover letter, mention the updated contact details of your employers. I had the similar issues regarding my provious employers - one company changed its name and moved to a new address, and in almost all companies that I had worked for (last 12 years) people who had signed my experience letter...
by geriatrix
Tue May 16, 2006 6:41 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: initial application - joint application
Replies: 3
Views: 1247
United Kingdom

Joint Application ???

Unfortunately I tend to agree with Otun on this one !! Anyways, here's my feedback:- 1. Going forward, appreciate if you do not write in CAPITAL. Bad manners !! 2. You said you brother is 29 yo. In this case the minimum salary (UK equivalent) is GBP 7500 and NOT GBP 5000 (check HSMP guidelines for 2...
by geriatrix
Sun Apr 30, 2006 12:57 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Interpretation of HSMP regulations
Replies: 7
Views: 2391
United Kingdom

Clarification by HO regarding doctors on HSMP visa - 2/2

Thank you for your email. I have read the article you provided me a link to, and I can understand your concern regarding certain statements made. 1. 'Doctors on the Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP) who are applying for new posts require sufficient limited leave to remain for the duration of t...
by geriatrix
Sun Apr 30, 2006 12:56 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Interpretation of HSMP regulations
Replies: 7
Views: 2391
United Kingdom

Clarification by HO regarding doctors on HSMP visa - 1/2

Thank you for your email. People with valid leave under the HSMP scheme are free to take any employment without further permission from the Home Office. Employers should not use discriminatory practises against these individuals and should treat them as any other potential employee. Leave under HSMP...
by geriatrix
Thu Apr 27, 2006 9:28 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: FLR after HSMP, application sent, need advise
Replies: 13
Views: 4341
United Kingdom

For OneTen

Hi OneTen, 1. The book says you can apply for extension only 5 weeks before the expiry of your current leave to remain. 2. If your spouse is living with you in UK, you can apply for his / her extension (as a dependent) in the same form as yours. You will need to pay only 335 quids. Hope this helps. ...
by geriatrix
Fri Apr 14, 2006 11:10 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Query regarding Wage Slips endorsements
Replies: 1
Views: 865
United Kingdom

Query regarding Wage Slips endorsements

My organisation provides wage slips electronically (PDF) with the company logo on the top of the page. Have the following queries:- 1. Is company seal (stamp) good enough to endorse the wage slips ?? 2. Are signatures also required ?? 3. If signatures are required, must it include the name and desig...
by geriatrix
Fri Apr 14, 2006 10:53 pm
Forum: Immigration for family members
Topic: Documents to support visa/EC application for HSMP dependent
Replies: 0
Views: 847
United Kingdom

Documents to support visa/EC application for HSMP dependent

Hi, Wanted to know if there's anything else required to be submitted apart from the following for my spouse to apply for dependent visa on the basis of my HSMP FLR !! 1. Passport details with Resident Permit stamp (photocopy) 2. Pay Slips (original - last 3 months) 3. Bank Account statements (origin...
by geriatrix
Wed Apr 12, 2006 8:38 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Interpretation of HSMP regulations
Replies: 7
Views: 2391
United Kingdom

HSMP for doctors

Hi Shreem, Have you heard of NHS Employers ( nhsemployers.org ) ?? NHS Employers is the employers' organisation for the NHS in England, giving employers throughout the NHS an independent voice on workforce and employment matters. As per the FAQs on their website, this is how NHS trusts must treat HS...
by geriatrix
Mon Apr 10, 2006 3:13 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Documents to support visa application as HSMP dependent
Replies: 1
Views: 1053
United Kingdom

Documents to support visa application as HSMP dependent

Hi, Wanted to know if there's anything else required to be submitted apart from the following for my spouse to apply for dependent visa on the basis of my HSMP FLR !! 1. Passport details with Resident Permit stamp (photocopy) 2. Pay Slips (original - last 3 months) 3. Bank Account statements (origin...
by geriatrix
Mon Apr 10, 2006 2:45 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Income Documents
Replies: 3
Views: 1221
United Kingdom

Salary slips ??

Is company seal (stamp) good enough to endorse the wage slips or signatures from an authorized dignatory with name & designation a must ???

Appreciate the feedback !!


regards
by geriatrix
Sun Mar 26, 2006 5:20 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: I am on HSMP. Can my spuse apply for one as well ??
Replies: 1
Views: 828
United Kingdom

I am on HSMP. Can my spuse apply for one as well ??

Hi, I am currently in UK on an HSMP visa (since last month). Since I am economically established here, it's easy for me to get my spouse to UK as my dependent. However, my spouse is keen on applying for HSMP in his own right (95 points). In this regard, I have some queries that I would like some adv...
by geriatrix
Thu Mar 23, 2006 10:14 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: SSSM:HSMP-Queries
Replies: 3
Views: 1092
United Kingdom

There's one thing common to most of your questions - Can I send notarized copies as edvidence??? The common answer is NO ... Only original certificates are accepted !! Let's now go point by point:- 1. Xth Standard certificate is an acceptable evidence of date of birth. 2. As above, NOTARIZED / ATTES...
by geriatrix
Wed Mar 22, 2006 1:37 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: 4yrs FLR ??
Replies: 7
Views: 1842
United Kingdom

Have a look at this site

http://www.workingintheuk.gov.uk/workin ... ation.html

and in partcular, the Q&A (link at the bottom of the webpage)
by geriatrix
Wed Mar 22, 2006 1:12 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: ILR after 4 years on HSMP
Replies: 27
Views: 10777
United Kingdom

Q&A on changes to the ILR policy

1. What are the main changes to obtaining settlement in the UK and whom will they affect? The main change is that the qualifying period, that is the amount of time that has to be spent lawfully being here, is being increased from 4 years to five years. The only people affected are those in employme...
by geriatrix
Tue Mar 21, 2006 4:24 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: March 2006 Applicants - Post here
Replies: 45
Views: 14905
United Kingdom

Re: March Applicant

In-country Application (28+) Points Claimed = 85 (Education = 25 Work Experience = 35 Past Earnings = 25) Application sent = March 15th, 2006. Application received at Doncaster = March 16th, 2006. Status as of March 20th: Credit Card charged on March 17th. No email / letter to confirm a reference n...