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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by hw620 » Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:33 pm

CULLINAN wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:22 pm
@hw620

I just submitted my Tier 2 application on 2nd Oct and it is hard to get a free appointment on UKVCAS.
May I ask if there is a requirement for how soon I should get an appointment date after my visa application?


Thank you, Cullian. I will change to ILR page but may I ask where to see Futher actions page? I only have an email saying what to do next--which is to book appointment with UKVCAS.
Login your UKVI account. You will see the “further actions page”, Step 7.
thank you so much,Cullian. I found it!

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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by User3221 » Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:39 pm

Does anyone know hom can i change the delivery address of my BRP? Because the contact me that they cannot deliver it to the post office, and i didnt know where i will be living
So i need to change it to my current home address

Many thanks

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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by CULLINAN » Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:50 pm

User3221 wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:39 pm
Does anyone know hom can i change the delivery address of my BRP? Because the contact me that they cannot deliver it to the post office, and i didnt know where i will be living
So i need to change it to my current home address

Many thanks
Which correspondence address did you mention in your online form? :shock:
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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by User3221 » Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:54 pm

CULLINAN wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:50 pm
User3221 wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:39 pm
Does anyone know hom can i change the delivery address of my BRP? Because the contact me that they cannot deliver it to the post office, and i didnt know where i will be living
So i need to change it to my current home address

Many thanks
Which correspondence address did you mention in your online form? :shock:

I did the one of post office in my area, because my university provide it, and now they are saying we need you to collect in person so they ask to change to my home address, but i have no idea what should i do?

Many thanks

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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by CULLINAN » Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:58 pm

User3221 wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:54 pm
CULLINAN wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:50 pm
User3221 wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:39 pm
Does anyone know hom can i change the delivery address of my BRP? Because the contact me that they cannot deliver it to the post office, and i didnt know where i will be living
So i need to change it to my current home address

Many thanks
Which correspondence address did you mention in your online form? :shock:

I did the one of post office in my area, because my university provide it, and now they are saying we need you to collect in person so they ask to change to my home address, but i have no idea what should i do?

Many thanks
I am not aware how one can provide a post office address. If its something to do with university official mail handling contract I do not know. You will have to call TNT and check with them.
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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by User3221 » Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:59 pm

CULLINAN wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:58 pm
User3221 wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:54 pm
CULLINAN wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:50 pm
User3221 wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 8:39 pm
Does anyone know hom can i change the delivery address of my BRP? Because the contact me that they cannot deliver it to the post office, and i didnt know where i will be living
So i need to change it to my current home address

Many thanks
Which correspondence address did you mention in your online form? :shock:

I did the one of post office in my area, because my university provide it, and now they are saying we need you to collect in person so they ask to change to my home address, but i have no idea what should i do?

Many thanks
You will have to call TNT and check with them.
A guy called saying to me that i need to inform home office about the new address, so they can deliver it to me, but i dont know how to contact them !?

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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by CULLINAN » Fri Oct 02, 2020 9:01 pm

@User3221

https://visa-address-update.service.gov.uk/

PS I am not sure how quick this will be actioned though.
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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by User3221 » Fri Oct 02, 2020 9:14 pm

CULLINAN wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 9:01 pm
@User3221

https://visa-address-update.service.gov.uk/

PS I am not sure how quick this will be actioned though.
Many thanks

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Post by CULLINAN » Fri Oct 02, 2020 9:16 pm

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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by CULLINAN » Fri Oct 02, 2020 9:33 pm

Tip for new applicants: New day appointments are released 12 midnight. Its best to check the booking system then.
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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by User3221 » Fri Oct 02, 2020 9:41 pm

User3221 wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 9:14 pm
CULLINAN wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 9:01 pm
@User3221

https://visa-address-update.service.gov.uk/

PS I am not sure how quick this will be actioned though.
Many thanks
Can i attach a scanned document as picture? It say only 1MB which its not enough for pdf?!

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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by Korekt » Fri Oct 02, 2020 11:01 pm

User3221 wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 9:41 pm
Can i attach a scanned document as picture? It say only 1MB which its not enough for pdf?!
UKVCAS have stated that docs can be uploaded in the following formats: PDF, JPEG and PNG. Although they've stated a preference for pdf.
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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by CULLINAN » Fri Oct 02, 2020 11:04 pm

Korekt wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 11:01 pm
User3221 wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 9:41 pm
Can i attach a scanned document as picture? It say only 1MB which its not enough for pdf?!
UKVCAS have stated that docs can be uploaded in the following formats: PDF, JPEG and PNG. Although they've stated a preference for pdf.
OP is trying to upload on the UKVI address update.
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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by User3221 » Fri Oct 02, 2020 11:14 pm

CULLINAN wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 11:04 pm
Korekt wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 11:01 pm
User3221 wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 9:41 pm
Can i attach a scanned document as picture? It say only 1MB which its not enough for pdf?!
UKVCAS have stated that docs can be uploaded in the following formats: PDF, JPEG and PNG. Although they've stated a preference for pdf.
OP is trying to upload on the UKVI address update.
Yeah not ukvcas, on ukvi address update

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Post by Korekt » Fri Oct 02, 2020 11:15 pm

CULLINAN wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 11:04 pm
OP is trying to upload on the UKVI address update.
Ah! I see. Didn't spot that. Thanks.

They may need to reduce the size of the file perhaps.
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Post by Korekt » Fri Oct 02, 2020 11:19 pm

ssasi2020 wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 7:50 am
I have the same question. There are 2 email provided on the form. Registered email is solicitor's. And contact email is mine. So decision email goes to which email. Anyone been through this situation. Thank you.
May well be the contact email. Whichever email is shown for the question 'Can we use this email address to contact you?' on the form.
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Post by happy_curious » Sat Oct 03, 2020 8:48 am

Hello Team,

I received my ILR SET LR approval yesterday !

I added my timeline in the correct page, below is a copy of it.

Thank you all,

SET LR
Date of Standard Online (priority suspended) Application: 12-06-2020
Payment Debited & Confirmation email received: 12-06-2020
Documents Uploaded via UKVCAS website: Early August
IDV App Invitation email received: 28-08-2020
Facial image submission/Verification using IDV app: 28-08-2020
ID check/Biometrics submitted in person (Dual submission): 17-09-2020
Received decision email: 02-10-2020
Received BRP: Waiting

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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by poper » Sat Oct 03, 2020 9:01 am

happy_curious wrote:
Sat Oct 03, 2020 8:48 am
Hello Team,

I received my ILR SET LR approval yesterday !

I added my timeline in the correct page, below is a copy of it.

Thank you all,

SET LR
Date of Standard Online (priority suspended) Application: 12-06-2020
Payment Debited & Confirmation email received: 12-06-2020
Documents Uploaded via UKVCAS website: Early August
IDV App Invitation email received: 28-08-2020
Facial image submission/Verification using IDV app: 28-08-2020
ID check/Biometrics submitted in person (Dual submission): 17-09-2020
Received decision email: 02-10-2020
Received BRP: Waiting

Congratulations @happy_curious, another June SET(LR) applicant receives decision.
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Post by jameswilliamson6544 » Sat Oct 03, 2020 3:22 pm

For applicants who have done only single submission through IDV (no in-person appointment at UKVCAS service centre).

If you are still waiting for a decision, then this tweet might of interest to you:

social media weblink identifying a person removed by moderator.

Please be advised, that if you have submitted via the IDV app then your case will be in the queue to have biometrics reinjected and case worked

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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by Whizart » Sat Oct 03, 2020 5:59 pm

Luluokis29 wrote:
Fri Oct 02, 2020 12:58 pm
Well....,..... It is wonderful news ILR approved at 9:28am this morning (30mins after the call) and I am still shaking. Finally free. I would say my case was complicated, earlier student visa breach, court cases and all but I give God glory it's finished!!!!! Thanks @cullinan😍... You are a prophet! I remember you saying I should hear by this week... I wish I can give you a big hug!!!! Thanks to all the gurus and experts... I love you all .....now on to the naturalisation forum...
Just saw your post @Luluokis29
Congratulations mate! It must be a big relief for you after waiting for that 6 long months. Happy for you and Good luck for your naturalisation.
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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by Skeleton » Sat Oct 03, 2020 9:36 pm

jameswilliamson6544 wrote:
Sat Oct 03, 2020 3:22 pm
For applicants who have done only single submission through IDV (no in-person appointment at UKVCAS service centre).

If you are still waiting for a decision, then this tweet might of interest to you:

social media weblink identifying a person removed by moderator.

Please be advised, that if you have submitted via the IDV app then your case will be in the queue to have biometrics reinjected and case worked
Its not by ukvcas, right?

I can’t see any tweet by ukvcas saying that


The issue is some applicant who could hold of ukvi, got response that ukvi hasn’t got the bio yet


Its logical to book an appointment eventhough If decision comes long after the bio submission

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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by CULLINAN » Sat Oct 03, 2020 10:05 pm

@Skeleton
The issue is some applicant who could hold of ukvi, got response that ukvi hasn’t got the bio yet
Have you known anyone who was called to submit biometrics by UKVI after submitting via IDV app already?
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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by Skeleton » Sat Oct 03, 2020 10:08 pm

CULLINAN wrote:
Sat Oct 03, 2020 10:05 pm
@Skeleton
The issue is some applicant who could hold of ukvi, got response that ukvi hasn’t got the bio yet
Have you known anyone who was called to submit biometrics by UKVI after submitting via IDV app already?
Of course not personally

I guess you have checked twitter already, at least two reported it

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Post by Skeleton » Sat Oct 03, 2020 10:09 pm

And ukvi didn’t ask anyone to submit ftf appointment, two applicants (who applied via app) got response that ukvi doesn’t have the bio

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Re: **** COVID19 and UKVCAS Biometrics Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

Post by CULLINAN » Sat Oct 03, 2020 10:11 pm

Skeleton wrote:
Sat Oct 03, 2020 10:08 pm
CULLINAN wrote:
Sat Oct 03, 2020 10:05 pm
@Skeleton
The issue is some applicant who could hold of ukvi, got response that ukvi hasn’t got the bio yet
Have you known anyone who was called to submit biometrics by UKVI after submitting via IDV app already?
Of course not personally

I guess you have checked twitter already, at least two reported it
Actually no, I have not followed twitter. UKVCAS FAQs say where there is a problem with biometrics submitted via IDV, UKVI may call applicants to book an appointment e.g. if the photo is blurred etc.
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