Exceptionally Complex Letter from UKVI.

[GMO]

I submit fresh new application ( after refusal , cause of salary) end of September. And after waiting almost 7 weeks today I received I letter from UKVI stated that they need more time to process it. They can't make the decision on usual 8th weeks!

I am waiting for the visa from last 4 month total and I need to fly for the medical emergency.
My question is what shall i do now and how can I contact with them? Anybody receive this type of letter from UKVI and what is the update. Please help.

Many Thanks

[eduleal]

Typically, it simply means they're swamped with applications and cannot process yours in time for the deadline. There's no implication on whether this is a good or bad sign, only that it will take more time.

[GMO]

Typically, it simply means they're swamped with applications and cannot process yours in time for the deadline. There's no implication on whether this is a good or bad sign, only that it will take more time.

Thanks for your quick response, Do i need to contact with them? It is really emergency issue and i need to fly.

[Casa]

If a decision hasn't been made and you request the return of your passport, your application will be considered as withdrawn.

How will you return to the UK without a valid visa

[eduleal]

Just call them and explain the situation.
They might be able to speed it up based on the urgency of the request.

I wouldn't fly before getting the visa, though.

[GMO]

Thanks for the reply. As i submit general postal application so i don't have any direct email to contact with them. Can i write them letter on the postal address?

[GMO]

If a decision hasn't been made and you request the return of your passport, your application will be considered as withdrawn.

How will you return to the UK without a valid visa

Thanks for your reply. I am not asking for the passport but i want them to speed up the decision.Is it ok if i write them?

[eduleal]

I'd give them a call first to get initial guidance.

[GMO]

I'd give them a call first to get initial guidance.

Thats great but some people said the people who receive the calls have very basic information and they often can't guide you in a right way and sometimes make you confused!

[eduleal]

Best to hear it from them than from 'some people'. Real emergencies tend to get some sympathy.
If it's completely useless, at least you tried.

[GMO]

Best to hear it from them than from 'some people'. Real emergencies tend to get some sympathy.
If it's completely useless, at least you tried.

True, Do you know any email id where we can write the details or need to post letter?

[eduleal]

I don't think there's a general public email address.
Again, I would call them first, they might give you an email address OR further instructions / guidance on who/how to write...

[GMO]

I don't think there's a general public email address.
Again, I would call them first, they might give you an email address OR further instructions / guidance on who/how to write...

Great ..Thanks I just need to know why they need more time cause they did not asked for any further documents from me!

[eduleal]

My advice, when you do speak to them - is not to focus on the 'why', but on the fact that there is a real emergency and that you'll need it to be processed soon.

[GMO]

My advice, when you do speak to them - is not to focus on the 'why', but on the fact that there is a real emergency and that you'll need it to be processed soon.

Thanks for the advice dear. Can you please give me the contact number!

[GMO]

Update :I call to UKVI and they suggest me to write them.

Anyone have any idea how long usually they take after issuing this type of case.

[GMO]

looks like there are a lot of cases pending and they are unable to deal within a specified time frame of 8 weeks for standard postal application.

""GMO""
I have applied on 30th September, 2 days after your submission time and biometrics enrolled on 7th Oct

Will keep you posted, what do I listen in next few days

**Fingers crossed.

Thanks a lot for your message and concern. Please let me know the update.
Did you submit Tier2 extension? Actually it is my 2nd application after refusal and one of my friend received the same letter. But my colleague received his extension within 8 weeks!

[nasmc92]

well see below. this is the recent from In country time line.
application approval in 7 weeks and 1 day
HO can do anything

**but I am confuse that someone has submitted application on 27th September and they receive a letter of complex issue but at the same time , application submitted on 23rd September get approved


aj1983 wrote:
Type of application: Tier 2 General dependent visa for baby born in UK
2. If switching, category changing: Tier 2 dependent
3. Date of expiry of current leave: NA
4. Number of dependants applying at same time: 1
5. Date application posted: 23-09-2016
6. Date application received at UKBA: 26-09-2016
7. Date payment debited:
8. Payment mode : Online
9. Acknowledgement letter received: N/A
10. Biometric letter received: 01-10-2016
11. Date of biometrics enrolment: 01-10-2016
12. Date of approval: 14-11-2016
13. Date of return of passport and other documents: awaiting

[Casa]

There is no guaranteed or set time for a decision.

Each case is assessed separately and depends what additional checks need to be carried out on the individual circumstances.

[nasmc92]

this is not my approval
I have just quoted for some one else


**he submitted application on 23rd September and approval on 14th Nov

**you have submitted on 27th Sep or 28th September and you have received the letter that your application will not be able to process in 8 weeks

How strange...

[GMO]

oh ok! THEY TOOK USUALLY 7/8 TH WEEK...

lAST TIME I GOT REFUSAL LETTER WITTIHN 8 WEEKS AND this time got this complex letter after 6th week. Hopefully you will get it by 8 week..I saw ussually now a days they are issuing this complex letter to 2nd time applicant!

two of my friend got the same letter...but my collegue get his extention done witih 7 weeks smoothly.

[Casa]

this is not my approval
I have just quoted for some one else


**he submitted application on 23rd September and approval on 14th Nov

**you have submitted on 27th Sep or 28th September and you have received the letter that your application will not be able to process in 8 weeks

How strange...

Obviously the necessary checks were completed before the anticipated processing time.

[muzzba]

Hi everyone,

There is really no timeline once they send the complex issue letter. The letter could be of any number of reasons and can take however long it takes.

I've been waiting for 10 months for a decision to be made on my application.

Calling the number of the home office won't be any help as the personnel on the phone have very little information about your application.

If you would like to write to them you can do so by postal letter, addressed to the case working team . You can find the address on the complex issue letter you received.

If there is an emergency, the best option for you is to write the letter to them explaining the situation and if they deem necessary and if it is possible they might speed up the process.

I hope this helps you all to an extent.


All the best and don't panic

[nasmc92]

When home office approve visa and send approval letter And passport back in same letter/envelop

Is it signed for always or it will be dropped as a normal mail

[noajthan]

Kindly note this is not a timeline thread nor a general 'how do applications get processed' topic.