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by marke
Mon Apr 07, 2014 12:11 pm
Forum: British Citizenship
Topic: New fees as expected
Replies: 5
Views: 237

Re: New fees as expected

As expected fee increased for AN applications (probably for all of them !) Not just that, they've also removed the option of a discounted fee if applied together. Will the fleecing ever stop ?! What can one do to stop this thieving?? Close the doors completely? Or perhaps at least consider looking ...
by marke
Mon Apr 07, 2014 11:32 am
Forum: British Citizenship
Topic: New fees as expected
Replies: 5
Views: 237

New fees as expected

As expected fee increased for AN applications (probably for all of them !)
Not just that, they've also removed the option of a discounted fee if applied together. Will the fleecing ever stop ?! What can one do to stop this thieving??
by marke
Mon Jun 10, 2013 4:45 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: ILR success at Liverpool PEO 07-06
Replies: 8
Views: 1322

Hey congrats.. I have a slight worry regarding my ILR this October. Had my T1 (G) extension in 2010 & scored 80 points. When I checked my points now it's only 75 points I can claim due to reduction of hours. According to guidance notes I just need to full fill 75 points to apply for ILR. Heard ...
by marke
Mon Jun 10, 2013 4:42 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: ILR success at Liverpool PEO 07-06
Replies: 8
Views: 1322

Re: ILR success at Liverpool PEO 07-06

Hey All. I've just had my ILR granted in Liverpool on 7th June. Like so many others I've learnt so much from this forum from the moderators, senior members and importantly the experiences of others. So, thanks to everyone who maintains and contributes to this invaluable source of information. Maint...
by marke
Mon Jun 10, 2013 4:42 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: ILR success at Liverpool PEO 07-06
Replies: 8
Views: 1322

Re: ILR success at Liverpool PEO 07-06

Hey All. I've just had my ILR granted in Liverpool on 7th June. Like so many others I've learnt so much from this forum from the moderators, senior members and importantly the experiences of others. So, thanks to everyone who maintains and contributes to this invaluable source of information. Maint...
by marke
Sun Jun 09, 2013 2:48 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: ILR success at Liverpool PEO 07-06
Replies: 8
Views: 1322

ILR success at Liverpool PEO 07-06

Hey All. I've just had my ILR granted in Liverpool on 7th June. Like so many others I've learnt so much from this forum from the moderators, senior members and importantly the experiences of others. So, thanks to everyone who maintains and contributes to this invaluable source of information. Mainta...
by marke
Fri May 17, 2013 1:40 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: Urgent ILR Refusal
Replies: 19
Views: 4576

Congratulations Donking1 !

I usually don't comment on individual circumstances, but I have to say that, that letter was brilliantly written and superbly articulated. Well done and all the best !
by marke
Wed May 15, 2013 2:30 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: ILR approved at Solihull 14/05
Replies: 21
Views: 2818

[quote="rt987"]Even though I had payslips which were sent to me in the post I was asked for a reference letter. My reference letter just confirmed my annual Pay, job title and start/leaving dates. there was no mention by my employers to say that the payslips are genuine. ... I am just wond...
by marke
Wed May 15, 2013 10:51 am
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: ILR approved at Solihull 14/05
Replies: 21
Views: 2818

Re: ILR approved at Solihull 14/05

First of all Congratulations on your ILR!! Question around the statement below; Payslips and Bank statements. I had used earnings from previous and current employment. She asked for employer letters from both employers. Luckily I had asked for a reference letter from my previous employer which I sub...
by marke
Thu May 09, 2013 12:38 pm
Forum: British Citizenship
Topic: Tax implications on overseas property
Replies: 3
Views: 1000

Re: Tax implications on overseas property

Thanks so much for your help guys. Appreciate it ! :-)
by marke
Wed May 08, 2013 2:27 pm
Forum: British Citizenship
Topic: Tax implications on overseas property
Replies: 3
Views: 1000

Tax implications on overseas property

Hi all, I am wondering if anyone has any ideas on what the tax implications would for a person settled here who gets naturalised and gets a British passport. For example, Capital Gains Tax. A property bought overseas a number of years ago when a person wasn't a resident here. The individual then get...
by marke
Fri May 03, 2013 9:18 am
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: ILR Eligibility Date
Replies: 6
Views: 712

Re: ILR Eligibility Date

Hi There, Can you please confirm if my understanding is right. Just wanted a second opinion as I've left myself a rather narrow margin. My details are below; Tier 1 G Visa validity: July 4th 2008 - July 4th 2013 1st entry into UK: July 4th 2008 ILR qualification date: July 4th 2013 To be able to ap...
by marke
Thu May 02, 2013 4:20 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: ILR Eligibility Date
Replies: 6
Views: 712

ILR Eligibility Date

Hi There, Can you please confirm if my understanding is right. Just wanted a second opinion as I've left myself a rather narrow margin. My details are below; Tier 1 G Visa validity: July 4th 2008 - July 4th 2013 1st entry into UK: July 4th 2008 ILR qualification date: July 4th 2013 To be able to app...
by marke
Sat Apr 06, 2013 2:36 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: Actually, a very bad news for Tier 1 general holders
Replies: 452
Views: 76134

The new SET(O) form has been published by UKBA. Tier1 G holders applying for ILR will have to submit a letter from employee certifying their absence from the UK including periods of annual leave. Its clear in 6.2 under immigration history. It's hard to understand why on earth they need this evidence...
by marke
Mon Sep 17, 2012 10:36 am
Forum: Canada forum
Topic: Agency in London
Replies: 4
Views: 2489

Hi There jrge, I currently hold an Indian Passport and live in London. I am a project manager working for a software firm in central London. My ILR is due soon and I want to move to Canada after I become a British citizen. I am indeed aware of phoney agents, that the reason I turned to this forum ho...
by marke
Mon Sep 03, 2012 1:01 pm
Forum: Canada forum
Topic: Agency in London
Replies: 4
Views: 2489

Hi There.. thanks for your reply. I am looking to apply for Permanent Residency. I wanted to apply thru an agency simply because as per the info on www.cic.gc.ca/english/ , I dont currently qualify. I'll probably need a job offer from an employer. I thought if I go thru an agency, they can keep my a...
by marke
Fri Aug 31, 2012 1:39 pm
Forum: Canada forum
Topic: Agency in London
Replies: 4
Views: 2489

Agency in London

Hi All,

I am wondering if anyone can recommend an agency in London who can submit a Canadian immigration application on the applicant's behalf ? I am referring to someone like G L O B A L V I S A S ??

Any inputs is much appreciated. Thanks.
by marke
Mon May 09, 2011 11:53 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Tier 1 Extenstion - is the process slow recently?
Replies: 6
Views: 1829

Hi All, I am also in the same boat, I have applied on 15th April Via UPS Courier & it reached the Home Office in Durham on 18th April But till today neither my account got deducted nor did i receive any acknowledgement letter or Biometric letter from Home Office ... I called up the help line &a...
by marke
Thu May 05, 2011 10:36 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Tier 1 Extenstion - is the process slow recently?
Replies: 6
Views: 1829

Re: Tier 1 Extenstion - is the process slow recently?

Hi There... it looks like there's a huge surge in applications recently. They are taking a bit longer than usual. I sent my application on the 4th of Apr and it wasnt until 2 weeks later that my fee was debited. I also ensured to keep my bank informed abt the large transaction. Make sure you do that...
by marke
Wed Apr 13, 2011 9:06 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Tier 1 (General) extension application processing timelines
Replies: 839
Views: 640364

Tier 1 General Extension Application Timelines

1. Current visa: Tier 1 General + 1 Dependant 2. Date of expiry of current leave: 04th July 2011 3. Date application posted: 04/04/2011 4. Date payment debited:15/04/2011 5. Payment mode: Credit Card 6. Acknowledgement received: 20/04/2011 7. Biometric letter received :21/04/2011 8. Biometric Appoin...