DO SUBMIT PROOF and CLAIM POINTS FOR EARNINGS. NO TWO THGTS ABT IT. 2 reasons: - There is many a case on this forum who has missed out on HSMP at first go for points not alloted as they thgt they wld be. - Yr earnings will buttress yr 'graduate' work-ex claim (remember, the troika of education - wor...

Do check if yr debit card allows for a "manual charge"
Sometimes debit cards only allow a "swipe" as a security measure.

Please do update us on the acquisition of the post dated EC.

For eg.: - Degree Certificate & Transcript for the head 'education' - Sal Slips & Tax Return for the head 'earnings' - Birth certificate & Driving License for the head 'age' In other words, each head backed by twin proofs. Also, ensure that these statements are in consonance with each ot...

Profile similar .... except that I was an 'out-of-country' applicant.
Shld go thru easily.
Suggested that u provide 2 pieces of evidence under each head (preferred). Being from IT however, most things wld be simply flipped thru.

If the UK aspires to be a new 'knowledge' economy, it will have to replenish as well as take care of its greying population (also read, strain on retirement payouts). In addition, it will have to infuse deficit skills into the economy. As such, the UK migration programme, a la the US and the Canadia...

Thx Cosmopol.
Despite changes, the UK immi program looks the most benign among the ones available. The times ahead, I hope, prove it beyond doubt.

Righto, except that I feel the EC officer should ordinarily comply with a 'deferred plan of travel' by awarding a post dated EC. (Read the red colored official extract above on this matter)
Practically, in missions where there is high visa issuance, this may be given a miss.

.... contracted upto the EC end date or date of refusal for EC extension (with no recourse to appeal), whichever is later.

Hope that helps.

Actually, I forgot to mention .... I had asked this question afresh in the light of the recent statement made to the parliament by the Secy. for Home Ending chain migration. We will end the practice where those who have settled on a family reunion basis can themselves immediately sponsor further fam...

Yes, the return packet did contain the decision letter in my case.

What rules would apply for the immigration of "parents of an HSMP dependent spouse" ? Would they be different from the rules applicable to an HSMP holder ?

Hey John,
Been watching yr posts for a while ..... good advice with evidence always.
Here's to you !

Hey Ajay,
Did Labour's vote bank just increase by one ..... 3 years hence ?

BTW ..... could u, F2K, elaborate as to what does 'ringfencing' mean

I didn't detail as much as Deborah did ..... but certainly provided 'em with proof of sufficient finances.

I think u can try altho 'points gained on earnings' would have certainly added to yr appli.

Ajay, not just me, there is a "me2" !

http://www.immigrationboards.com/viewto ... 5754#15754

As per the information provided by those already on HSMP, the "3 month period to start" is a myth.

This one has been elaborately answered for me.

# Gain a headstart. 1. Know the industries that r facing a shortage of workers. Focus on them. (my name has such a post to it) 2. Look for sample UK resumes and make yrs accordingly 3. Contact recruiters and line up interviews starting the very week u land. # Take the first job that comes yr way. # ...

http://www.immigrationboards.com/viewtopic.php?t=3059
Asking this question is hazardous.
I am glad I do not travel by Ajay's tube !

You cld also get in touch with the UK consulate altho I recd. an evasive answer from 'em ....

You shld be alright without submitting a NARIC certificate. They refer to the database on their own.

Lynn, If my memory serves me right, one is allowed 6 months in 4 years and (max) 3 months at one go. _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Meanwhile, take a dekko at what I found ..... HURRAH ! Q: How long will my visa be valid for? A: The pe...

U cld show other 'liquid' asset classes (like mutual funds, investments in gold/ bonds/ equities, etc.) in support if yr application.

Hi Lynn,

That was super prompt !

But pray tell me if yr EC/Visa has a 3 month entry constraint mentioned on it. In the other post you called it the ticking of the "1 year clock" ..... As per the quotes attached herewith, it seems a case of a "3 month clock" ......