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malaika
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by malaika » Thu Oct 27, 2011 1:24 pm
haych10 wrote:sjgul wrote:sjgul wrote:
When you are asked, choose the option for all other enquiries which is most likely to be option 2
Ok Thanks, I got what you mean, I won't be troubling them on this option since this is meant for other inquiries and my application has still not crossed 6 month threshold.
Hi we have the same problem too whenever we call the call is terminated. any advice is highly appreciated.
After the welcome message press 2 following the prompts then press 2 again. the tel is 08450105200
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simon1111
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by simon1111 » Thu Oct 27, 2011 2:06 pm
I think this is a useful for some of you,
one of my mate got his approval yesterday applied on the 18Th of July as he was a legacy case, hope this info answers some of your question.
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rightmove
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by rightmove » Fri Oct 28, 2011 11:59 am
INFO:
My countersignatory had received letter to confirm that he had signed on my form. He was asked to reply on a business headed letter.
He responded on plain paper stating that he doesn't have a business headed letter. And it worked fine as I received interview letter and I had my interview.
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by Nazia88 » Fri Oct 28, 2011 1:10 pm
rightmove wrote:INFO:
My countersignatory had received letter to confirm that he had signed on my form. He was asked to reply on a business headed letter.
He responded on plain paper stating that he doesn't have a business headed letter. And it worked fine as I received interview letter and I had my interview.
good news. thats what i told you to tell your countersignatory just reply on a plain paper and now goodluck.
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by rightmove » Fri Oct 28, 2011 4:46 pm
[quote="Nazia88"][quote="rightmove"]INFO:
My countersignatory had received letter to confirm that he had signed on my form. He was asked to reply on a business headed letter.
He responded on plain paper stating that he doesn't have a business headed letter. And it worked fine as I received interview letter and I had my interview.[/quote]
good news. thats what i told you to tell your countersignatory just reply on a plain paper and now goodluck.[/quote]
thanks Nazia, yes that worked.
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by chocho » Sat Oct 29, 2011 10:01 am
Some people who applied for Naturalisation in July have been wondering why August/September applications are being served first. The answer is it is a pure matter of LUCK, nothing new happened on HO side (ie no building transfers,...). It is a very random process and 95% of applications are dealt with within 6 months of applying (the 5% remaining being generally the non-straight forward ones). While some application make take up to 6 months to clear some others can be dealt with as quickly as 1 month, it is purely down to your luck of draw. I hope this helps.
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by Will Singh » Sat Oct 29, 2011 10:40 am
Does any one now or is there any info on how the HO works like in what order they process a BC claim from start to finish?
Just wondering thts all
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by Nazia88 » Sat Oct 29, 2011 12:43 pm
Will Singh wrote:Does any one now or is there any info on how the HO works like in what order they process a BC claim from start to finish?
Just wondering thts all
check this out and good luck
http://nds.coi.gov.uk/imagelibrary/Down ... ilsID=2592
take care.
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by Will Singh » Sat Oct 29, 2011 3:29 pm
Nazia88 wrote:Will Singh wrote:Does any one now or is there any info on how the HO works like in what order they process a BC claim from start to finish?
Just wondering thts all
check this out and good luck
http://nds.coi.gov.uk/imagelibrary/Down ... ilsID=2592
take care.
That was very helpfull thanks Nazia.
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by haych10 » Sat Oct 29, 2011 3:58 pm
Hi All,
Just to let you knw that i received my letter from ukba and other documents this morning very pleased as i had waited a long time.
thanx for everyones support :) :D :)
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malaika
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by malaika » Sat Oct 29, 2011 4:43 pm
haych10 wrote:Hi All,
Just to let you knw that i received my letter from ukba and other documents this morning very pleased as i had waited a long time.
thanx for everyones support
Congratulations, I am of the view that the Ho has started opening their eyes and thinking more positively. Wish you success in your next task.
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by trainspotter » Sun Oct 30, 2011 9:44 pm
Hi all, I just want to ask if HO always ask referees who signed my form to confirm they did so because neither of them have been contacted and my application was sent 3 months ago.
Cheers!
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by malaika » Mon Oct 31, 2011 9:34 am
trainspotter wrote:Hi all, I just want to ask if HO always ask referees who signed my form to confirm they did so because neither of them have been contacted and my application was sent 3 months ago.
Cheers!
The Home office normally does a criminal record and security clearance on the referees without contacting them but not always.
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by Nazia88 » Tue Nov 01, 2011 9:37 pm
any news rightmove did you get your passport yet?
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by AALI24 » Wed Nov 02, 2011 2:08 pm
Today Journey to British Citizenship is complete I have received my British Passport. I would like to thank all the members for their input and share their experiences. It's been great to be part of this forum. I will keep logging to share my knowledge for this forum. Thank you once again.
I would like to say good luck to those who are still waiting and hope their wait will end soon.
Thanks and God Bless
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by Nazia88 » Wed Nov 02, 2011 4:53 pm
AALI24 wrote:Today Journey to British Citizenship is complete I have received my British Passport. I would like to thank all the members for their input and share their experiences. It's been great to be part of this forum. I will keep logging to share my knowledge for this forum. Thank you once again.
I would like to say good luck to those who are still waiting and hope their wait will end soon.
Thanks and God Bless
a big congrats mate.
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by AALI24 » Thu Nov 03, 2011 12:24 am
Nazia88 wrote:AALI24 wrote:Today Journey to British Citizenship is complete I have received my British Passport. I would like to thank all the members for their input and share their experiences. It's been great to be part of this forum. I will keep logging to share my knowledge for this forum. Thank you once again.
I would like to say good luck to those who are still waiting and hope their wait will end soon.
Thanks and God Bless
a big congrats mate.
Thanks Nazia, have you received your passport ?
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by sackcy » Thu Nov 03, 2011 1:45 pm
Any one who applied in the month of JULY or earlier still waiting for the decision from HO???
Please update the time lines.
Regards
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by malaika » Thu Nov 03, 2011 5:37 pm
sackcy wrote:Any one who applied in the month of JULY or earlier still waiting for the decision from HO???
Please update the time lines.
Regards
Pre August applications are being dealt with in an inexplicable manner, known to the HO alone
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by chocho » Thu Nov 03, 2011 11:59 pm
still waiting here, applied on 21/07, so 3.5 months and application not even under consideration...but it feels like July is being dealt with these days from what I can read on the other threads.
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by Sam_London » Fri Nov 04, 2011 12:45 am
chocho wrote:still waiting here, applied on 21/07, so 3.5 months and application not even under consideration...but it feels like July is being dealt with these days from what I can read on the other threads.
Mate, there are a handful of people here waiting since May. Get your expectation right. They're not joking when they say it takes up to six months. The days of getting a decision in 2-3 months are long gone- unless you're very lucky. My advice, is aim for six months and then act after that. No point in stressing out and dwelling about it and get frustrated. Good luck.
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by malaika » Fri Nov 04, 2011 10:00 am
chocho wrote:still waiting here, applied on 21/07, so 3.5 months and application not even under consideration...but it feels like July is being dealt with these days from what I can read on the other threads.
based on the evidence gathered from the discussion board, there appears to be no order or priority in relation to applications. In fact an application for naturalisation is now becoming similar to that of asylum whereby an applicant is told the waiting time is about six months but only to wait for ten years for a decision, so better lay the matter to rest albeit temorarily in order to reduce the mental stress waiting can inflict on you
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by malaika » Fri Nov 04, 2011 10:05 am
Sam_London wrote:chocho wrote:still waiting here, applied on 21/07, so 3.5 months and application not even under consideration...but it feels like July is being dealt with these days from what I can read on the other threads.
Mate, there are a handful of people here waiting since May. Get your expectation right. They're not joking when they say it takes up to six months. The days of getting a decision in 2-3 months are long gone- unless you're very lucky. My advice, is aim for six months and then act after that. No point in stressing out and dwelling about it and get frustrated. Good luck.
Six months is merely a guide; The HO does not state that an application will take six months, it can be more or less and I am sure that even if ones application is more than six months thay will state that they are not obliged to make a decision in six months. One needs also to remember that the grant of naturalisation is not mandatory.
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by Will Singh » Fri Nov 04, 2011 10:13 am
My experience with the HO is only recent and I have to say so far it is the worst organisation I have come across so far in my life. The application for British Citizenship is not user friendly at all and I was born and bred in this country(UK) so for someone who's new here will find it difficult.
The tracking system for applications is pathetic you call them follow the right instructions and you get a recorded message and then get cut off. If your lucky and speak to someone the just say its 3-6 months waiting??
Sorry if you disagree but I think I will be depressed before we get a decision LOL
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by karwan1 » Fri Nov 04, 2011 10:46 pm
My personal experience was a nightmare as well....my BC approval took 8 months of my life...yes you heard very well...8 long months...I have to say I was persuading myself that is ok...fine... up to 6 months...BUT, after that each day goes by is depressing as hell...having said that, you better get ready and used to delay rather than be upset and surprised...good luck and hope everyone get it less in than 1 month