Well, the in problem is that If I begin the process in January I'll be stuck in the UK until I get the new visa (April perhaps).

Hi, My case is that my student visa expires at the end of January. Officially, I have to stay in the UK until the 3rd of February because of an exam but I want to go home for Christmas. If I begin the process now, I won't be able to go home as they will retain my passport. If I being the process in ...