Applied on 28th Aug - Any way to check status...

nitin7181 · Post by **nitin7181** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 10:59 am

I hv applied for Tier 1 general (in UK ) on 28th Aug , fee was deducted on 1 Sep , got reference letter too within 1 week but ever since i havent heard back about my status....Its alrdy close to 2 months....Is there any specific reason ? is there any way i can enquire about my status....my sister marriage is on 1nov and i want my passport back before that to plan my visit ...u can understnd urgency...any guidance will be much appreciated.

tvn_ramesh · Post by **tvn_ramesh** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 11:06 am

nitin7181 wrote:I hv applied for Tier 1 general (in UK ) on 28th Aug , fee was deducted on 1 Sep , got reference letter too within 1 week but ever since i havent heard back about my status....Its alrdy close to 2 months....Is there any specific reason ? is there any way i can enquire about my status....my sister marriage is on 1nov and i want my passport back before that to plan my visit ...u can understnd urgency...any guidance will be much appreciated.

http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/worki ... tingtimes/

This should give u someidea...

This page gives details of the processing time for applications made under Tier 1 (General) of the points-based system.

During the week commencing 19 October 2009, we expect to be considering applications that were received on or before 30 September 2009. Please note that this timescale is a guideline only, and some cases may take longer to consider.

Please be aware that the customer contact centre is currently experiencing very high call demand and therefore you may experience difficulties in contacting us. We apologise for this and for any inconvenience it may cause you.

nitin7181 · Post by **nitin7181** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 11:13 am

i know about it as per this info as well my application should have been processed long time back i applied on 28th Aug......i am asking any other means of getting status about my application since its alrdy too long

tvn_ramesh · Post by **tvn_ramesh** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 11:15 am

nitin7181 wrote:i know about it as per this info as well my application should have been processed long time back i applied on 28th Aug......i am asking any other means of getting status about my application since its alrdy too long

Unfortunately, the HO is providing application status on call only after 14weeks.. it used to be 6weeks earlier..

you can give a try calling them.. hope u might be lucky to get some status..

nitin7181 · Post by **nitin7181** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 11:19 am

Thanks

imran22 · Post by **imran22** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 11:22 am

have you tried calling them. There are other people here who says that they dont tell you anything before 14 weeks but there is no harm in trying.

Some people also put in request for urgency. You can try that using some evidence like wedding invitation card etc.

Maybe more experienced members can say something more

nitin7181 · Post by **nitin7181** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 11:24 am

i did called them...bt they keep you holding for long 30-40 mins aftr playing some music....until u drop yourself...

tvn_ramesh · Post by **tvn_ramesh** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 11:25 am

imran22 wrote:have you tried calling them. There are other people here who says that they dont tell you anything before 14 weeks but there is no harm in trying.

Some people also put in request for urgency. You can try that using some evidence like wedding invitation card etc.

Maybe more experienced members can say something more

Imran..

You are right.. there is no harm in giving them a call and try his luck..

But for the Urgent treatment process.. there are few rules:

1. Send in your UT atleast 2-3weeks before you require the passport..
2. If the HO can not decide on ur application by that time they will just withdraw n send u back ur passport without deciding it.. so..
3. You always need to put in cover letter that if they are not able to decide in the UT time.. please do not withdraw the applcation and complete the process..

now a days even HO became strict on UT..

This is just for general info

nitin7181 · Post by **nitin7181** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 11:27 am

right and withdrawing application means..ur fee is wasted..they dont refund it

tvn_ramesh · Post by **tvn_ramesh** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 11:27 am

nitin7181 wrote:i did called them...bt they keep you holding for long 30-40 mins aftr playing some music....until u drop yourself...

Nitin.. you can not complain unless you try it.. as this is the ONLY way to get ur status.. just hold on ur nerves mate..

tvn_ramesh · Post by **tvn_ramesh** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 11:27 am

nitin7181 wrote:right and withdrawing application means..ur fee is wasted..they dont refund it

Yes, they wont as they have put one of the caseworkers time on ur application already..

nitin7181 · Post by **nitin7181** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 11:28 am

agreed..even calling them cost a lot

tvn_ramesh · Post by **tvn_ramesh** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 11:32 am

nitin7181 wrote:agreed..even calling them cost a lot

Man.. i used to call 2-3times during the last 1week of my application decision.. for a minimum of 20-30mins.. such is life

nitin7181 · Post by **nitin7181** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 11:35 am

must appreciate your patience

imran22 · Post by **imran22** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 11:44 am

let us know the outcome as well. As it will help others in the similar situation in future.

nitin7181 · Post by **nitin7181** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 11:49 am

Sure..will let you know

velasco_elena · Post by **velasco_elena** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 12:02 pm

I found this website useful to keep my nerves under control:

www.spammer.com/uk-immigration-trackers

You realise that there is people that have waited much longer and still got it approved.

Wish you all the best and loads of patience.

nitin7181 · Post by **nitin7181** » Thu Oct 22, 2009 12:19 pm

thanks a lot...its actually a relief to see i am not the only one

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