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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by Nm.123 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 11:16 am

alil2014 wrote:
Nm.123 wrote:I emailed them last week and i got an email back saying my application is being processed with further checks and enquiries, so today i decided to email them again to get another update and i got response saying its in the queue to be seen by an ECO??! What are these guys playing at twats!
what city did you apply from?[/quote

I applied from Mirpur. Its going to be 16 weeks on Wednasday but still nothing :(

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by networkers » Mon Nov 10, 2014 11:26 am

sadia khan wrote:We are sorry for the inconvenience and apologise for the delay in
processing your visa application.

Your case has already been escalated on 03/11/2014 and one of our team
members will contact you once we get a response from the Home Office
department dealing with this investigation. In the meantime, we request
your patience in this matter and wait for the processing to be completed.

Once again, we greatly appreciate your continued patience in this matter.
You will be contacted with an update as soon as possible. Please note that
this process may take up to 5 working days and sometimes longer, due to the
nature of this investigative process.

Today I email for my viza status n they reply me...what is mean??

They'll email you the update in few days.

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by alil2014 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 12:17 pm

Nm.123 wrote:
alil2014 wrote:
Nm.123 wrote:I emailed them last week and i got an email back saying my application is being processed with further checks and enquiries, so today i decided to email them again to get another update and i got response saying its in the queue to be seen by an ECO??! What are these guys playing at twats!
what city did you apply from?[/quote

I applied from Mirpur. Its going to be 16 weeks on Wednasday but still nothing :(
To be honest from all the Visa Application Centres at the moment it seems that Mirpur is the one furthest behind. So i think there will be a long wait for most of us, with the odd few being processed before the 12 week target. but you should be hearing soon inshallah.

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by AHMED.46001 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 12:39 pm

nau635 wrote:
Tazmaniaa wrote:
nau635 wrote:Got a call and call letter by email from ecm today to submit passport along with TB test at gerry asap.had a hearing date om 5th jan.thanks to Allah Almighty for putting an end to all this uncertainty. Pray everyone else waiting on this forum gets it too.the forum n everyone here has been really helpful in all this difficult time.pray rest happens smoothly too.
Hey wen did u submit your appeal?
My timeline applied for visa 25 nov 2013
Refused 4th april 2014
appealed 28th April
ecm review deadline 17 oct
hearing date 5 jan 2015
Got call letter to submit passport on 6 nov 2014
Will submit soon IA after tb test
Congrats brother. Inshallah the rest will happen smoothly.
Nau if you're still there can you please tell me how long it took for them to send you a hearing date after the deadline?
We had a deadline of 4th November but waiting on a hearing date.
WIFE SUBMITTED: 01/08/13 (ISL)
INTERVIEW: 13/05/14
RFC: 21/05/14
DATE REJECTED: 28/04/14 (hmm.. Makes sense)
APPEALED: 29/05/14
DEADLINE: 04/11/14
HEARING: 8/01/15
APPEAL GRANTED: 20/01/15

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by Asim khan » Mon Nov 10, 2014 12:57 pm

Ahmad46001

I just. Noticed ur time line ..so they rejected ur visa before ur interview ..that is so out of order ..

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by alil2014 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 1:25 pm

Asim khan wrote:Ahmad46001

I just. Noticed ur time line ..so they rejected ur visa before ur interview ..that is so out of order ..
BHC would still need to carry out further checks on other areas of the application. they can't refuse you on i.e. on the finance side and not carry out checks on other areas because if the applicant appeals, then the courts will only look at the refusal point stated on the refusal letter. Hope it makes sense.

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by roger354 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 1:26 pm

salam guys, first time posting here, i have some questions, is a printed bank statement with bank stamp be ok?this statement was printed by the bank itself and stamped by them(barclays)? and my second question is, shall i take photo copies with my original docs as well, which ones do they keep and do i need to fill any forms at the gerry as well?, thanks in advance! i hope Allah gives all of us visa.ameen :shock: :shock: :lol: :lol: :lol: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
Applied@islamabad on 8/12/2014
Email received Decision delayed on 11/2/2015
Processed email received on 9 march 2015
10th march visa Granted mashallah :D

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by alil2014 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 1:32 pm

roger354 wrote:salam guys, first time posting here, i have some questions, is a printed bank statement with bank stamp be ok?this statement was printed by the bank itself and stamped by them(barclays)? and my second question is, shall i take photo copies with my original docs as well, which ones do they keep and do i need to fill any forms at the gerry as well?, thanks in advance! i hope Allah gives all of us visa.ameen :shock: :shock: :lol: :lol: :lol: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
copy bank statements are fine as long as they are signed and stamped by the bank manager or are accompanied with bank headed letter confirming there authenticity.

Make 2 copies of everything you submit. One copy you keep for reference and the other copy plus the original are given to gerry's.

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by roger354 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 1:46 pm

alil2014 wrote:
roger354 wrote:salam guys, first time posting here, i have some questions, is a printed bank statement with bank stamp be ok?this statement was printed by the bank itself and stamped by them(barclays)? and my second question is, shall i take photo copies with my original docs as well, which ones do they keep and do i need to fill any forms at the gerry as well?, thanks in advance! i hope Allah gives all of us visa.ameen :shock: :shock: :lol: :lol: :lol: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
copy bank statements are fine as long as they are signed and stamped by the bank manager or are accompanied with bank headed letter confirming there authenticity.

Make 2 copies of everything you submit. One copy you keep for reference and the other copy plus the original are given to gerry's.
i can't see any signature there is only a bank stamp on to right stating the bank name and branch? or shall i wait and tell my wife to scan and email me the original, thanks 4 reply
Applied@islamabad on 8/12/2014
Email received Decision delayed on 11/2/2015
Processed email received on 9 march 2015
10th march visa Granted mashallah :D

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by networkers » Mon Nov 10, 2014 1:48 pm

roger354 wrote:
i can't see any signature there is only a bank stamp on to right stating the bank name and branch? or shall i wait and tell my wife to scan and email me the original, thanks 4 reply
Scanned copies won't work, either with signature and stamp or originals.

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by roger354 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 2:03 pm

networkers wrote:
roger354 wrote:
i can't see any signature there is only a bank stamp on to right stating the bank name and branch? or shall i wait and tell my wife to scan and email me the original, thanks 4 reply
Scanned copies won't work, either with signature and stamp or originals.
Networker, the copy is already stamped but can she scan it in computer and email me so i can print it because i need it ASAP
Applied@islamabad on 8/12/2014
Email received Decision delayed on 11/2/2015
Processed email received on 9 march 2015
10th march visa Granted mashallah :D

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by alil2014 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 2:07 pm

networkers wrote:
roger354 wrote:
i can't see any signature there is only a bank stamp on to right stating the bank name and branch? or shall i wait and tell my wife to scan and email me the original, thanks 4 reply
Scanned copies won't work, either with signature and stamp or originals.
ONLY SUPPLY ORIGINALS OTHERWISE YOUR APPLICATION WILL MOST CERTAINLY BE REFUSED. You are better off doing everything properly the first time round even if it takes a few weeks extra rather than rushing and being refused over something petty. I would advise you to list your documents here that you will be submitting and then we can hopefully guide you through it.

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by networkers » Mon Nov 10, 2014 2:23 pm

roger354 wrote:
networkers wrote:
roger354 wrote:
i can't see any signature there is only a bank stamp on to right stating the bank name and branch? or shall i wait and tell my wife to scan and email me the original, thanks 4 reply
Scanned copies won't work, either with signature and stamp or originals.
Networker, the copy is already stamped but can she scan it in computer and email me so i can print it because i need it ASAP
Don't use scanned copy, in fact as Ali2014 suggested don't rush and list your documents here along with details what's original / photo copy / scanned copy so you get better suggestion.

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by roger354 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 2:29 pm

Applicant's Introduction Letter
Online application (x2)
Appendix 2
Biometrics (when done)
Current Passports
Two Passport Sized Photos (x2)
English test certificate
Tb certificate
Decree absolut
sponsors passport copy
certified copies of barclays bank everyday saver statements illustrating savings of 62,700 pounds
certified copies of barclays current account statements
certified copies of barclays bank accounts at a glance statements
certified copy of p60
letter from employer
copies of wage slips
official copy of land registry illustrating ownership
copy of council tax bill
house inspection report
copy of western union receipts illustrating sending money to applicant
copy of airline ticket illustrating trips to aplicants country by sponser
statutory declaration by brother stating that he gave 31,000 pounds as wedding gift and doesn't want it back because it's a gift
Evidence establishing genuine relationship including 20 photos together,wedding invitational card,screenshots of facetime,whatsapp,viber,emails and skype.
Marriage Certificate (nikahnama) original and english translated.

i'm applying under cat D please tell me if i am missing anything
Applied@islamabad on 8/12/2014
Email received Decision delayed on 11/2/2015
Processed email received on 9 march 2015
10th march visa Granted mashallah :D

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by networkers » Mon Nov 10, 2014 2:31 pm

roger354 wrote:Applicant's Introduction Letter
Online application (x2)
Appendix 2
Biometrics (when done)
Current Passports
Two Passport Sized Photos (x2)
English test certificate
Tb certificate
Decree absolut
sponsors passport copy
certified copies of barclays bank everyday saver statements illustrating savings of 62,700 pounds
certified copies of barclays current account statements
certified copies of barclays bank accounts at a glance statements
certified copy of p60
letter from employer
copies of wage slips
official copy of land registry illustrating ownership
copy of council tax bill
house inspection report
copy of western union receipts illustrating sending money to applicant
copy of airline ticket illustrating trips to aplicants country by sponser
statutory declaration by brother stating that he gave 31,000 pounds as wedding gift and doesn't want it back because it's a gift
Evidence establishing genuine relationship including 20 photos together,wedding invitational card,screenshots of facetime,whatsapp,viber,emails and skype.
Marriage Certificate (nikahnama) original and english translated.

i'm applying under cat D please tell me if i am missing anything
Hi Roger,

Are the following scanned copies?

Decree absolut
sponsors passport copy
certified copies of barclays bank everyday saver statements illustrating savings of 62,700 pounds
certified copies of barclays current account statements
certified copies of barclays bank accounts at a glance statements
certified copy of p60
letter from employer
copies of wage slips
official copy of land registry illustrating ownership
copy of council tax bill
house inspection report

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by roger354 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 2:42 pm

networkers wrote:
roger354 wrote:Applicant's Introduction Letter
Online application (x2)
Appendix 2
Biometrics (when done)
Current Passports
Two Passport Sized Photos (x2)
English test certificate
Tb certificate
Decree absolut
sponsors passport copy
certified copies of barclays bank everyday saver statements illustrating savings of 62,700 pounds
certified copies of barclays current account statements
certified copies of barclays bank accounts at a glance statements
certified copy of p60
letter from employer
copies of wage slips
official copy of land registry illustrating ownership
copy of council tax bill
house inspection report
copy of western union receipts illustrating sending money to applicant
copy of airline ticket illustrating trips to aplicants country by sponser
statutory declaration by brother stating that he gave 31,000 pounds as wedding gift and doesn't want it back because it's a gift
Evidence establishing genuine relationship including 20 photos together,wedding invitational card,screenshots of facetime,whatsapp,viber,emails and skype.
Marriage Certificate (nikahnama) original and english translated.

i'm applying under cat D please tell me if i am missing anything
Hi Roger,

Are the following scanned copies?

Decree absolut
sponsors passport copy
certified copies of barclays bank everyday saver statements illustrating savings of 62,700 pounds
certified copies of barclays current account statements
certified copies of barclays bank accounts at a glance statements
certified copy of p60
letter from employer
copies of wage slips
official copy of land registry illustrating ownership
copy of council tax bill
house inspection report
salam, none of these are scanned im just missing one bank statement because the last statement is from october 6 and im in a hurry to submit my case i think i ill tell my wife just to post the bank statement, whats the fastest option nfor posting documents from uk to pakistan? i live in mirpur.
Applied@islamabad on 8/12/2014
Email received Decision delayed on 11/2/2015
Processed email received on 9 march 2015
10th march visa Granted mashallah :D

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by networkers » Mon Nov 10, 2014 2:46 pm

roger354 wrote: salam, none of these are scanned im just missing one bank statement because the last statement is from october 6 and im in a hurry to submit my case i think i ill tell my wife just to post the bank statement, whats the fastest option nfor posting documents from uk to pakistan? i live in mirpur.
W.A.Salaam,

That's much better. Can't suggest about Mirpur, DHL take about 3 to 4 days for Karachi.

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by tallojani » Mon Nov 10, 2014 2:48 pm

roger354 wrote:Applicant's Introduction Letter
certified copies of barclays bank everyday saver statements illustrating savings of 62,700 pounds
certified copies of barclays current account statements

i'm applying under cat D please tell me if i am missing anything
Make sure the money has stayed in the account for the past 6 months without dropping in amount.
Bank statements must be printed in the branch, stamped by the branch and signed by the person (who stamped them), or a covering letter signed by the person confirming statements are authentic.

There is no way they will accept scan copies from UK, everything has to be original. You should photocopies all the documents twice, one copy + originals go to gerrys and 1 copy remains with you for your reference.
May Allah swt make it easy for us all

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by alil2014 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 2:48 pm

roger354 wrote:Applicant's Introduction Letter
Online application (x2)
Appendix 2
Biometrics (when done)
Current Passports - current passport or passports? you should only have one current
Two Passport Sized Photos (x2)
English test certificate
Tb certificate
Decree absolut - make sure its the original that was issued from UK court
sponsors passport copy
certified copies of barclays bank everyday saver statements illustrating savings of 62,700 pounds - make sure its been in account for at least 6 months untouched and the amount has dropped below the required amount.
certified copies of barclays current account statements - stamped and signed by branch manager
certified copies of barclays bank accounts at a glance statements
certified copy of p60
letter from employer - make sure it states GROSS salary, start date, contract type, position within company.
copies of wage slips - will require employer letter confirming authenticity of wage slips and P60
official copy of land registry illustrating ownership
copy of council tax bill - send the original if possible
house inspection report
copy of western union receipts illustrating sending money to applicant
copy of airline ticket illustrating trips to aplicants country by sponser
statutory declaration by brother stating that he gave 31,000 pounds as wedding gift and doesn't want it back because it's a gift
- i would also add brothers banks statement for the month when the amount was transferred; it shows the ECO that the money was transferred from a genuine source
Evidence establishing genuine relationship including 20 photos together,wedding invitational card,screenshots of facetime,whatsapp,viber,emails and skype.
Marriage Certificate (nikahnama) original and english translated.

i'm applying under cat D please tell me if i am missing anything
Is the house owned by you or family, if family you will need letter from owner stating that you can live at the address.

Make sure cash savings have not dropped below the threshold even by a penny in the last 6 months

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by roger354 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 3:01 pm

alil2014 wrote:
roger354 wrote:Applicant's Introduction Letter
Online application (x2)
Appendix 2
Biometrics (when done)
Current Passports - current passport or passports? you should only have one current
Two Passport Sized Photos (x2)
English test certificate
Tb certificate
Decree absolut - make sure its the original that was issued from UK court
sponsors passport copy
certified copies of barclays bank everyday saver statements illustrating savings of 62,700 pounds - make sure its been in account for at least 6 months untouched and the amount has dropped below the required amount.
certified copies of barclays current account statements - stamped and signed by branch manager
certified copies of barclays bank accounts at a glance statements
certified copy of p60
letter from employer - make sure it states GROSS salary, start date, contract type, position within company.
copies of wage slips - will require employer letter confirming authenticity of wage slips and P60
official copy of land registry illustrating ownership
copy of council tax bill - send the original if possible
house inspection report
copy of western union receipts illustrating sending money to applicant
copy of airline ticket illustrating trips to aplicants country by sponser
statutory declaration by brother stating that he gave 31,000 pounds as wedding gift and doesn't want it back because it's a gift
- i would also add brothers banks statement for the month when the amount was transferred; it shows the ECO that the money was transferred from a genuine source
Evidence establishing genuine relationship including 20 photos together,wedding invitational card,screenshots of facetime,whatsapp,viber,emails and skype.
Marriage Certificate (nikahnama) original and english translated.

i'm applying under cat D please tell me if i am missing anything
Is the house owned by you or family, if family you will need letter from owner stating that you can live at the address.

Make sure cash savings have not dropped below the threshold even by a penny in the last 6 months

the house is a freehold and is owned by my wife and her brother we have a letter of confirmation from him allowing me to stay in the house and the money has been in the account for 9 months never dipping below 62,500 pounds
Applied@islamabad on 8/12/2014
Email received Decision delayed on 11/2/2015
Processed email received on 9 march 2015
10th march visa Granted mashallah :D

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by samra3211 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 3:47 pm

hello
today i received email they told me your application has been processed and will now be returned to the Visa Application Centre.
so what does it mean? is my visa is accepted ? and how much time gerry's will contact me?
if any one know about this..........plz help me

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by Laiba1234 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 3:56 pm

samra3211 wrote:hello
today i received email they told me your application has been processed and will now be returned to the Visa Application Centre.
so what does it mean? is my visa is accepted ? and how much time gerry's will contact me?
if any one know about this..........plz help me
Yep its been processed you will most likely get a call this week maybe tomorrow or the day after.
Where did you apply? &Whats your timeline?
Online Submission 13/08/14
Submitted papers 15/09/14
Processed 30/12/14
Collected-Refused 14/01/15
Appeal submitted 06/02/15
Visa Granted 28/04/15

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by roger354 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 3:57 pm

samra3211 wrote:hello
today i received email they told me your application has been processed and will now be returned to the Visa Application Centre.
so what does it mean? is my visa is accepted ? and how much time gerry's will contact me?
if any one know about this..........plz help me
they will give you a call and then you can go and pick it up then u will find out whether you got the visa or not, by the way when did you apply? best of luck inshallah you ill get the visa
Applied@islamabad on 8/12/2014
Email received Decision delayed on 11/2/2015
Processed email received on 9 march 2015
10th march visa Granted mashallah :D

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by roger354 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 4:49 pm

would it be ok if i show my wifes payslips as im applying on cash savings basis?????? :(
Applied@islamabad on 8/12/2014
Email received Decision delayed on 11/2/2015
Processed email received on 9 march 2015
10th march visa Granted mashallah :D

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Re: Spousal Visa Application - Pakistan (Timeline Only)

Post by Laiba1234 » Mon Nov 10, 2014 5:07 pm

roger354 wrote:would it be ok if i show my wifes payslips as im applying on cash savings basis?????? :(
Its best to seek professional advice of someone who specializes in immigration law, hopefully you will get the answer you are looking for. Good Luck.
Online Submission 13/08/14
Submitted papers 15/09/14
Processed 30/12/14
Collected-Refused 14/01/15
Appeal submitted 06/02/15
Visa Granted 28/04/15

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