Hi everyone, I wanted to share some good news given this forum has really helped me through my ILR process and my naturalization process. I received my invitation letter TODAY (06/11/2020) from the HO and it's dated 24/09/2020. My approval letter was on 22 June. (see timelines thread for my full tim...

Finally got the invitation from the HO! Application Timeline Eligibility criteria: 5 years Tier 2 + 1 year ILR Language/LIUK Criteria: Masters Degree UK & Life in UK Method of application: Online Application sent & fee paid: 21/03/2020 Payment method: credit card Receipt of your application:...

Hi all, Few updates, last weekend I got a letter with the decision. It's POSITIVE. I am now settled! Hiccup: the letter came without the BRP. I am now waiting for the BRP to arrive. This was also a bit messy. They use DX and they don't tell you when the package will arrive. It must be signed for (f...

What were you applying for loupiol? It seems odd to take away the same day option for visas and ILR, but I wonder if citizenship applications will also be 3-5 days when they used to take months? Also, did they say anything about not being able to travel while your application is being processed? Ye...

Hi all, Few updates, last weekend I got a letter with the decision. It's POSITIVE. I am now settled! Hiccup: the letter came without the BRP. I am now waiting for the BRP to arrive. This was also a bit messy. They use DX and they don't tell you when the package will arrive. It must be signed for (fo...

can you take extra doucoment like a cover note etc and give ukvcsa to upload ? Hi everyone, Sorry for keeping everyone waiting. Work has been very busy. I paid for super priority service which I think is the new expedited decision? Unfortunately, it was not a next day decision... :( I just got an e...

Hi everybody! Thanks everyone for their kind words. Today was THE day. I was indeed one of the lucky first ones to use the service. I arrived 15min before my appointment. Waited in the waiting room that is filled with nice sofas. There is self-service tea/coffee/light refreshments. That was quite en...

That is helpful! So, you pay for the visa, then you pay to have an expedited decision (£477 or £610) then you pay (£200 or £260) for the Sopra Steria appointment? And if you want added services like document checking or digital assisted services, any idea what those cost? Please let us know how it ...

My understanding is that you cannot travel while the application is being processed. However, you could apply early, pay for an early appointment and a quick decision. Thanks, do you know if there is an option for premium service in the new system? It is my wife's sister's wedding and we would real...

Thank you loupiol for keeping us in the loop! I’m glad you were able to secure a date for priority service (even though it was rather pricey!) I was wondering if you can shed some light on the priority booking. I’ve been told that the 28 days prior to visa expiration still applies. So does that mea...

Hi everyone, I guess I am one of the first users of the new service operated by Sopria! Given all the information I got from the forum (thanks everyone!), I want to share my experience. I'll be using the new service this Monday in the Premium Lounge in Tower Hill, London. Here's the process I've bee...