- FAQ
- Login
- Register
- Call Workpermit.com for a paid service +44 (0)344-991-9222
ESC
Welcome to immigrationboards.com!
Moderators: Casa, Amber, archigabe, batleykhan, ca.funke, ChetanOjha, EUsmileWEallsmile, JAJ, John, Obie, push, geriatrix, vinny, CR001, zimba, meself2, Administrator
Guess you are not yet aware that, unlike HSMP, all Tier 1 applications are not processed in the UK. For example, applications from India are processed and approved at BHC in India only - the current processing time there (based on feedback posted on this forum) is around 4-6 weeks. Reading through Initial applications: How to apply if you are outside the UK will help.egghead wrote:'Processing time-lines differ from country to country. Since you applied from within UK, it is going to be a long wait for you.'
why is it longer with in-country application? where does it say this?
I am really scared to know this. I am observing for the past few days that the applications from in-country (UK) are getting processed in 5-6 weeks. But few applications are taking more time. Hence I expect that I would receive my passports in 6 weeks, going by Rule of Averages. (I have applied for WP to Tier 1 on 16th June from UK).sushdmehta wrote:Guess you are not yet aware that, unlike HSMP, all Tier 1 applications are not processed in the UK. For example, applications from India are processed and approved at BHC in India only - the current processing time there (based on feedback posted on this forum) is around 4-6 weeks. Reading through Initial applications: How to apply if you are outside the UK will help.egghead wrote:'Processing time-lines differ from country to country. Since you applied from within UK, it is going to be a long wait for you.'
why is it longer with in-country application? where does it say this?
On the other hand, UKBA was was advertising, until a few days ago, average lead time of 10 weeks for in-country applications. Search the forum or browse through this discussion and you'll know. Don't be surprised if you get to hear in coming days that the service standard for in-country applications has gone up from 10 weeks.
regards
I am really scared to know this. I am observing for the past few days that the applications from in-country (UK) are getting processed in 5-6 weeks. But few applications are taking more time. Hence I expect that I would receive my passports in 6 weeks, going by Rule of Averages. (I have applied for WP to Tier 1 on 16th June from UK).sushdmehta wrote:Guess you are not yet aware that, unlike HSMP, all Tier 1 applications are not processed in the UK. For example, applications from India are processed and approved at BHC in India only - the current processing time there (based on feedback posted on this forum) is around 4-6 weeks. Reading through Initial applications: How to apply if you are outside the UK will help.egghead wrote:'Processing time-lines differ from country to country. Since you applied from within UK, it is going to be a long wait for you.'
why is it longer with in-country application? where does it say this?
On the other hand, UKBA was was advertising, until a few days ago, average lead time of 10 weeks for in-country applications. Search the forum or browse through this discussion and you'll know. Don't be surprised if you get to hear in coming days that the service standard for in-country applications has gone up from 10 weeks.
regards
Have you tried contacting VFS/BHC for your application status? First contact VFS ((080) 40084008 though I doubt they'll be able to give any information). Then try to contact Mumbai BHC asking them that 15 days are already over and you need to know the status of application and expected date of any decision, which VFS is not sure about.nitmech wrote:Is there anybody applied for Tier 1 from Mumbai? My application status is it is sent to BHC Mumbai on June 4, 2008
I mail them every Monday for last 3 weeks, every time I get a standard response. They simply copy-paste and send the standard response to everybody! Following is the reply I keep getting from BHC, MumbaiCoolestGuyC wrote:
Have you tried contacting VFS/BHC for your application status? First contact VFS ((080) 40084008 though I doubt they'll be able to give any information). Then try to contact Mumbai BHC asking them that 15 days are already over and you need to know the status of application and expected date of any decision, which VFS is not sure about.
Give some reason that you need passport urgently, etc. Also request you to post here about how the call goes and how they respond.
I also called to the VFS numbers, it is useless! They simply do not know anything about our applications.Dear Sir
This refers to your email below.
We are making enquiries on your visa application which could take up to one month, however, our aim is to be able to process your application more quickly than this. In a very small number of cases, visa applications take longer than one month to process.
Yours faithfully
Casework Unit
I had applied on 23rd June 2008. Seeing the same ugly status. VFS guys are like dumb people hesitating to give any clear response.nitmech wrote:Anybody from Mumbai applied in JUNE 2008?
I am also in the need of my original documents, so I called to VFS in this regard. They told me that if we visit to VFS personally and ask for specific documents, they can get it from BHC while your application is on. But whenever BHC demand for the same you will have to submit it again.UKorUS wrote:I had applied on 23rd June 2008. Seeing the same ugly status. VFS guys are like dumb people hesitating to give any clear response.nitmech wrote:Anybody from Mumbai applied in JUNE 2008?
I have an urgent need to go to UK and I am stuck. I currently have a business visa for UK. Is it possible if I can take back my passport for travelling to UK,while my tier 1 application is still active and processed by them.
I used to think British do what they say however this notion has been busted.
I send mails to Bombay.VisaEnquiries@fco.gov.uk to contact BHC.CoolestGuyC wrote:nitmech and UKorUS,
What was the email id you used to inquire the status? Was it postmaster.bomba@fco.gov.uk or Bombay.VisaEnquiries@fco.gov.uk ? Or any other email id?
UKorUS,
It is only 4th week since you applied, so have some patience Try emailing BHC atleast once a week and request them to treat your application urgently.
You can also try contacting IntegraScreen(through their website) and request them to do your verification urgently explaining them your travel commitments. Also check with your Employer/College and see where the verification process is stuck.
They do not reply to any visa related inquiries from postmaster.bomba@fco.gov.ukCoolestGuyC wrote:nitmech and UKorUS,
What was the email id you used to inquire the status? Was it postmaster.bomba@fco.gov.uk or Bombay.VisaEnquiries@fco.gov.uk ? Or any other email id?
UKorUS,
It is only 4th week since you applied, so have some patience Try emailing BHC atleast once a week and request them to treat your application urgently.
You can also try contacting IntegraScreen(through their website) and request them to do your verification urgently explaining them your travel commitments. Also check with your Employer/College and see where the verification process is stuck.
rawpan wrote:Hi Friends,
I have been active in this Forum for last 2 months & it has provided me a lot of information regarding Tier-1 Visa.
I wanted to share this good news that I got my TIER 1 (GENERAL) MIGRANT Visa today.
Here are my timelines :-
Tier 1 Fresh Application from India
Applied on : 16th June, 2008
Ref. no. allocated : 16th June, 2008
Payment deducted : 16th June, 2008
Integra Verification : No Idea
Status : Approved on 15th July, 2008
All the Best to everyone waiting for their Visa.
Cheers,
rawpan
Congrats Rawpan!rawpan wrote:Hi Friends,
I have been active in this Forum for last 2 months & it has provided me a lot of information regarding Tier-1 Visa.
I wanted to share this good news that I got my TIER 1 (GENERAL) MIGRANT Visa today.
Here are my timelines :-
Tier 1 Fresh Application from India
Applied on : 16th June, 2008
Ref. no. allocated : 16th June, 2008
Payment deducted : 16th June, 2008
Integra Verification : No Idea
Status : Approved on 15th July, 2008
All the Best to everyone waiting for their Visa.
Cheers,
rawpan