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One of my friend had sent his application around 1st December and has only received a confirmation letter so far.teenabeana wrote:Oh ok cool, thanks! I received the letter a few days after applying, but just wondering if you guys received your Visa yet?
Ta!teenabeana wrote:Oh, it's not exactly where I can check MY application per se, its a general guideline for "Waiting Times", and according to the website, if your application was received on or before December 1st, then they should start considering them on the 21st of December. Just have a look at the UKBA website under Post Study Work Visas, then click on Waiting Times.
I would have imagined that they would also work till 22nd or 23rd Dec like the rest of mankind!teenabeana wrote:I think that's when they estimate they will begin to consider or ''review'' our applications. Once they review the application, it all then just depends on how easy or difficult your application is, i think. And of course, it's up to the caseworkers--let's hope they didn't all go on holiday already.
The people i know working in the civil service, none of whom are in the HO admittedly, had their last day at work today. I'd be surprised if the offices were completely empty next week but don't be surprised if they're working at say half capacity.bym007 wrote:I would have imagined that they would also work till 22nd or 23rd Dec like the rest of mankind!teenabeana wrote:I think that's when they estimate they will begin to consider or ''review'' our applications. Once they review the application, it all then just depends on how easy or difficult your application is, i think. And of course, it's up to the caseworkers--let's hope they didn't all go on holiday already.
I am banking on my acceptance letter turning up before Christmas break (application sent today!)
It is not possible to get an update on the case until after at least 12 weeks have passed since your application was posted. If you wish you can call the HO general enquiry line and quote your special delivery refence number (since you don't have an asknowledgement letter with your application ref). And all you would get is just an answer that you have to wait until after 12 weeks have passed. If you still decide to write to them for an update, i guess, that letter would be ignored. However, the choice is yours.mmoosa wrote: Can anyone please send me the exact address where to request an update? As per my information, it is to be sent at UK Border Agency, Immigration Inquiry Office, Croydon, Surrey.
hi mmoosa .... did you get ur acknowledgement letter or your visa cuz im in the same situation. the only thing is i sent the payment via postal orders and theres no way to track them being cashed, so can you please update me if you got your ack letter or not as its worrying me now. thanksmmoosa wrote:Thankyou Vinata for your appropriate reply. Hope things work out well:)
congrats teenabeana... that's great timeline... optimistic !!teenabeana wrote:I received my visa!! What a great Christmas/New Years Gift!!
Visa Sent: Nov. 30th
Visa Received: December 1st
Payment Received: December 2nd
Acknowledgment Letter Received: December 4th
Visa Issued: December 23rd for 2 years
Visa Sent: December 24th!!!
(bcuz of Royal Mail delays due to the holidays), visa received Next Day delivery December 29th!!!
Thanks to everyone for their input and support. This is a great forum. Good luck to everyone and keep hope alive!!
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teenabeana wrote:I received my visa!! What a great Christmas/New Years Gift!!
Visa Sent: Nov. 30th
Visa Received: December 1st
Payment Received: December 2nd
Acknowledgment Letter Received: December 4th
Visa Issued: December 23rd for 2 years
Visa Sent: December 24th!!!
(bcuz of Royal Mail delays due to the holidays), visa received Next Day delivery December 29th!!!
Thanks to everyone for their input and support. This is a great forum. Good luck to everyone and keep hope alive!!
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