Secret Simon it would take ages to get a birth certificate (I have started enquiring into the procedures but it's not really straightforward) Sush indeed I do have a surrender certificate of my Indian passport. I guess there is no other documentary proof that I could provide and hopefully the list a...

Good Morning, I have a query regarding the OCI application. I am an Indian citizen through descent and was born outside India as was my mum who is also Indian by descent. I have lived in India for a short period from 12th grade till Graduation and worked there for 3 years before I moved to the UK. W...

Ok sounds like I will have to send it. The tricky bit here is if I put in a cover letter explaining that my name on the degree is slightly different from my passport (No last name!) they shouldnt have a problem with that right? or will it cause major issues? Gosh sleepless nights are driving me mad,...

Thank you so much for the response. I really appreciate it. I have one more question: When I had originally applied for Tier 1 I did not have my degree certificate but had got a Certificate from the University stating that I am awaiting my degree certificate in 2009 (even though I had passed out in ...

Hello all, I have searched through the boards and have got conflicting answers from different threads. 1) D3. What date was the entry clearance or visa issued Will this be the Start Date of the visa (14 Apr 2009) or the date of application (30 March 2009) 2) D4. Please enter the reference number on ...

1. Instead of looking for information on the website, read the policy guidance which (clearly) explains what is expected from you, given the circumstances. 2. Cross the bridge when you get to it .... in 3 years time. You'll know what the rules will be when you get closer to the time in question (20...

Hi, I have a query about Tier 1 General Extension and am wondering if someone would be able to guide me and put me on the right track. Initial Application - 29th March, 2009 Visa Start Date - 15 April, 2009 Visa Expiry Date - 15th April, 2012 Date first entered - 01 June, 2009 I have a couple of que...

Hi Chennaibabu, I got my new passport in one week, now am going to be applying for my visa. I spoke with the home office today and they advised I have to fill out the TOC form and just give my documents and crime number. The charge for just me for the premium same day service is GBP 578 as I am goin...

Tipu: That was a super useful post, my thanks for the links it gave me the information i need! I will be going tomorrow to apply for the passport and then apply for my replacement visa. Sush: It is most definitely GBP 690 as stated on the UKBA website, Please do correct me if I am wrong? General mig...

Shush I think im just going to wait and do it right, Get my passport and then get a new Vignette stamped. I'm just frustrated that the vignette is going to cost me the full fee again through no fault of mine. W41: I am going to apply for my new passport tomorrow. I have the copies of my passport pag...

Shush Thanks very much for this! One thing is do I start the procedure for the replacement visa asap or should i wait till i get a new passport from the indian embassy in a month's time. Gosh this is a nightmare for me right now. Basically lost my whole world in a go.

I did read that! But the person lost their passport in India, Unfortunately mine got stolen in the UK. I am clueless about the whole process and situation.

Hi Guys, I need some advise. On Thursday morning my bag containing my Passport, Laptop and my cards and some documents was stolen. These are the steps i've taken: 1) Lodged a crime complaint 2) Friday Morning went to the indian counsulate to get the Met Office Lost/Stolen Passport form Stamped. 3) F...