First application sent: 11 March
Rejection: 9 May
Admin review sent in and then withdrawn
Second application sent: 1 June
Interview request: 24 August
Interview: 8 September
Approval: 5 October
Two weeks ago I had an important client sign a note on letterhead stating I needed to leave the country on business in mid October, and my solicitor sent this in for me, requesting a prioritised decision.
Additionally, we sent in proof that I am now the sole director of my business (formerly my father had a 10% stake, and there was confusion about the directors loan, which led to my first rejection which solicitor still believes was an error on their part -- funds originally provided by him but were clearly mine in the accounts. They also asked who he was in my interview.)
The person who interviewed me mentioned that my business was very different than typical applicants' so perhaps the other problem was that my application just seemed confusing without being able to talk to me about it.
This has been a long and exhausting journey and I wish everyone else luck, especially those who have been waiting longer than I.
A quick question from my side -- my visa expired in March. Does this mean I can apply for indefinite leave in March 2018, or must I wait until October 2018?
Thank you everybody for your support here!
