New announcement from HSMP

[timefactor]

http://www.workingintheuk.gov.uk/workin ... grant.html

TF

[pixi]

Thanks for posting. I am guessing this does not apply to extension applications? If I file my extension 28 days before my leave to enter ends and they are still considering it after it expires, I assume I can still continue to work?

[tvt]

Almost three months delay in processing HSMP apps.

I bet they are making loads of money out of this HSMP gold rush so I guess criteria will not be toughened soon.

[timefactor]

Pixi: from some other posts i read, turn-around time for extensions are 3 weeks.

TVT: yes, waiting for 3 months.. --> for incountry applicants, another 2 months waiting period for getting the passport after stamping (if approved).

TF

[Chess]

Thanks for posting. I am guessing this does not apply to extension applications? If I file my extension 28 days before my leave to enter ends and they are still considering it after it expires, I assume I can still continue to work?

Pixi

Just to echo TF's post - HSMP extensions take about 3 weeks. Obviously you can carry on working however long it takes HO to reach a decision on your extension!!

If you are currently in employment - everything should be smooth sailing!!

please let us know how it goes bacuse I remember you arrived within the second half of your initial HSMP validity


What documentation do you intend to supply??? pay slips, contracts, rental agreements, job interview letters, company accouts, bank statements????


Good Luck

[pixi]

Chess, you are correct, and I am a tad worried about it. But I secured work one month after I arrived and have been working steadily since. I plan to include the evidence you noted, plus copies of invoices for my work and proof of self-employment. I am hoping, as you say, that it will be smooth sailing. Any other advice greatly appreciated.