On Saturday we got our COA Took just 5 days from sending the extra info and some photos to the HO. So total time was 4 weeks 2 days.

Now we are finally relaxed and can make plans which don't depend on the decisions of others.

Thanks to everyone who helped with advice!

Thanks for your reply tusken.

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Thanks.

Thanks for you help Victoria:)

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