rose13 wrote: ↑Thu Sep 10, 2020 5:59 pm
shahkb wrote: ↑Wed Sep 09, 2020 5:57 pm
Luluokis29 wrote: ↑Wed Sep 09, 2020 4:07 pm
iamawonder wrote: ↑Wed Sep 09, 2020 4:00 pm
Thanks @Luluokis29, @krishnakumarg, @Toxic and @Yash123
Given the evidence so far, the physical appointments does seem a little faster but it's also probably related to the complexity of the case. My case was very straightforward ILR Set O application with 5 year T2G working for the same company. And luck definitely also plays a role.
Felt heartbroken to miss out on opt out and regretted that decision but then times changed! I decided to go for physical appointment hoping for a speedy decision just because I wanted to get better mortgage rates to be honest for my ongoing mortgage application.
IDV app does seem to be catching up though and people not in much hurry (if they can wait for 10-14 days) should definitely stick to IDV. It's free after all and saves the travel. Although it doesn't look like a lockdown will be put in place again but we never know so people making physical appointment should bear that in mind.
I am thinking of booking an appointment this minute... Really fed up of waiting as I might loose my confirmed place at uni this September...
I've literally just booked next day appointment £135. I dont care anymore, enough of waiting and looking at people applied way after me and way before me getting decisions.
Waited more than 5 months !
I will update here.
Hiya... How did it go with your appointment today?
Well well well.
I was there 30 mins early. So they took me in with no hassle.
So it took 10 mins. Fingers prints, Photo and Electronic sign on the pad.
Appointment at 12 pm.
ILR APPROVAL at 3 pm !!!!
The person said to me there isn't any note on your application so nothing is required.
If the photo on my BRP is from the appointment then it might be pre checked application awaiting biometrics. If not, then this was IDV app application approval. I will post this t once I receive the BRP.
Oh one more thing, Cullinan was right as long as my passport was valid at application then there is
no issues if passport is expired at biometric stage.
Thank you to all the moderators. You lot have helped alot.
Much appreciated !