Visa rejected due to picture not meeting guidline

[Rajjo]

Hi there, can some one pls advise me on what to do, coz my visa got rejected due to the picture and the visa expired while my passport was with HO. on the letter they mentioned that the fee will be refunded and I can make another application. But my question is can I make the application from within the UK or do I have to leave the country first. Secondly, can I now legally go to work since I dont have a visa anymore. Urgently seeking adivse.

[innocentdevil]

hi there,
I would say send a fresh application with photos taken according to the guidelines. Read the guidelines for the photo to see what did you miss. Share it if you can with other to help you.

As you have run out of visa so I don't know what to advise you about but I know one of my friend's application were rejected and he ran out of visa but he sent a new application (FRESH) from within UK and it was fine.

I am sure if you send the fresh application, you will get a REF Number from HO which you can show to your employer(s) and work until your case is decided.

Seniors will add to what I have said or rectify my mistakes.
Good luck

[mvent00]

If you could write/provide the text of the refusal letter, it would be better to discuss possible options. Like if they said, you can make another application, if it is incountry or outside. Secondly, your passport was with HO, when your visa was expired. It was your responsibility to apply enough time before baring in mind of the refusal for your second chance. May be you have to make a touch and go decision! Wait for other responses, but, as I said it might be better if you write here the refusal letter you have received.

Hi there, can some one pls advise me on what to do, coz my visa got rejected due to the picture and the visa expired while my passport was with HO. on the letter they mentioned that the fee will be refunded and I can make another application. But my question is can I make the application from within the UK or do I have to leave the country first. Secondly, can I now legally go to work since I dont have a visa anymore. Urgently seeking adivse.

[Rajjo]

Your application is returned to you as invalid becasue it does not meet one or more of the requirments, as indicated by a cross in the relevant box(es) above. (Photograph)

Arrangements will be made to refund any fee which you have paid.

The submission of a valid application, that is, one on the correct form which complies with the above requirments does not guarantee the application will be successful. It will be considered in accordance with the Immigration Rules or published policies....then it goes on to say view website or call.

[winber]

Do you know what is wrong with the photograph?

[crowbar6]

Your application is returned to you as invalid becasue it does not meet one or more of the requirments, as indicated by a cross in the relevant box(es) above. (Photograph)

Arrangements will be made to refund any fee which you have paid.

The submission of a valid application, that is, one on the correct form which complies with the above requirments does not guarantee the application will be successful. It will be considered in accordance with the Immigration Rules or published policies....then it goes on to say view website or call.

Here is what I think you should do - Get new photographs taken which meet the guidelines. Make a fresh application by ensuring that bank statements , pay slips, proof for maintenance funds, etc all are correct as of date and submit it to UKBA for a decision. Please also attach the rejection/invalid letter that you have received and mention in the Cover Letter that you are submitting a fresh application and make a reference to the rejection/invalid letter. Continue to work as normal till you hear on this fresh application from UKBA. It should turn out fine.

[mvent00]

Do it as soon as possible!!

Your application is returned to you as invalid becasue it does not meet one or more of the requirments, as indicated by a cross in the relevant box(es) above. (Photograph)

Arrangements will be made to refund any fee which you have paid.

The submission of a valid application, that is, one on the correct form which complies with the above requirments does not guarantee the application will be successful. It will be considered in accordance with the Immigration Rules or published policies....then it goes on to say view website or call.

Here is what I think you should do - Get new photographs taken which meet the guidelines. Make a fresh application by ensuring that bank statements , pay slips, proof for maintenance funds, etc all are correct as of date and submit it to UKBA for a decision. Please also attach the rejection/invalid letter that you have received and mention in the Cover Letter that you are submitting a fresh application and make a reference to the rejection/invalid letter. Continue to work as normal till you hear on this fresh application from UKBA. It should turn out fine.

[cheshiregoan]

Hi there, can some one pls advise me on what to do, coz my visa got rejected due to the picture and the visa expired while my passport was with HO. on the letter they mentioned that the fee will be refunded and I can make another application. But my question is can I make the application from within the UK or do I have to leave the country first. Secondly, can I now legally go to work since I dont have a visa anymore. Urgently seeking adivse.

Is your existing visa still valid? If it is then there is nothing that can stop you from working.

If there is enough time left on your visa, get a fresh application pack ready and post it out asap.