Tier 1 (PSW) processing times

[equaliser 2000]

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It's The Worst Situation i had last year when i applied for my student extension on 28th July and given bio on 9th Aug and got a refusal letter on 16th Oct so i have again re-applied on 21st Oct again Bio for 11th Nov and finally got visa on 16th Dec this is for my student extension i don't know why UKBA takes long time to send refusals as well i waited Nearly 140 Days it's just like in hell

i have a small doubt if UKBA refuse our application and send letter after last date of PSW deadline do we have a chance to re-apply or to appeal for it ???????

Hi,
my case is also very much similar to urs..
application filed:28thDec
acc. letter dated:7th jan











biometric letter:2feb
biometrics given : 4th feb
BRP card: no news..still waiting
Passport and docs: no news..still waiting

any take on my situation guys?..its now been more than a month since i have given biometrics!!
any comments?
please let me know if you hear anything..

thanks

do you have your brp card and document now?

Still nothing i am getting very worried.. a lot is at stake for me!!
Equaliser.. what is your status?? hpw far have you reached or u hv already got ur visa??

I received a letter of approval dated 29th and I am yet to receive the biometry card. I need the card urgently. Called DX and the said they have nothing for me. Most people I know got theirs long time ago. I have contacted the home office and they only sent an automated message saying I will get it in the next 10 working days again. This service is crap despite the huge sum of money we paid. At least we deserve some transparency. I don't know what to do now cos I got a job which requires the card urgently ortherwise and can't start and I may even loose the job.

[equaliser 2000]

It's The Worst Situation i had last year when i applied for my student extension on 28th July and given bio on 9th Aug and got a refusal letter on 16th Oct so i have again re-applied on 21st Oct again Bio for 11th Nov and finally got visa on 16th Dec this is for my student extension i don't know why UKBA takes long time to send refusals as well i waited Nearly 140 Days it's just like in hell

i have a small doubt if UKBA refuse our application and send letter after last date of PSW deadline do we have a chance to re-apply or to appeal for it ???????

do you have your brp card and document now?

Still nothing i am getting very worried.. a lot is at stake for me!!
Equaliser.. what is your status?? hpw far have you reached or u hv already got ur visa??

Exactly. the same thinmg..even i am not sure and would like to know if any one has any idea about the process after the PSW deadline (6th April. 2012)is over

Don't worRy guys I believe they will aprove it. PSW is very straight forward. Ueven if there is a problem with your bank statement and all. They will contact u. But even if the reverse is the case. I believe people can still appeal but I am not sure about making a fresh application after April 5th. But definately one can appeal.

[a87m]

Application Sent: 16-01-2012 (special next day delivery)
Acknowledgement letter: Dated 18-01-2012 received on 24-01-2012
BRP Invitation Letter: Dated 17-02-2012 received on 22-02-2012
BRP GIVEN: 22-02-2012 at Post office Middleton, Manchester
APPROVAL LETTER AND DOCUMENTS dated: 07-03-2012
APPROVAL LETTER AND DOCUMENTS recieved:09-03-2012
BRP CARD: Waiting ( UKBA has stated that you will get with in 7 working days if not contact us)


Best of luck every one !!!!

[a87m]

Application Sent: 16-01-2012 (special next day delivery)
Acknowledgement letter: Dated 18-01-2012 received on 24-01-2012
BRP Invitation Letter: Dated 17-02-2012 received on 22-02-2012
BRP GIVEN: 22-02-2012 at Post office Middleton, Manchester
APPROVAL LETTER AND DOCUMENTS dated: 07-03-2012
APPROVAL LETTER AND DOCUMENTS recieved:09-03-2012
BRP CARD: Waiting ( UKBA has stated that you will get with in 7 working days if not contact us)


Best of luck every one !!!!

Application Sent: 16-01-2012 (special next day delivery)
Acknowledgement letter: Dated 18-01-2012 received on 24-01-2012
BRP Invitation Letter: Dated 17-02-2012 received on 22-02-2012
BRP GIVEN: 22-02-2012 at Post office Middleton, Manchester
APPROVAL LETTER AND DOCUMENTS dated: 07-03-2012
APPROVAL LETTER AND DOCUMENTS recieved:09-03-2012
BRP CARD: RECEIVED on 09-03-2012

I want to make few things clear for people still waiting for their BRP Card and APPROVAL LETTER;

I didn't sent any special delivery envelope to UKBA for return of my documents with my initial application. They sent me my documents back in 1st Class Recorded delivery in a very nice and secure packing as I had my degree and passports in them.

I received my documents and approval letter today i.e 09/03/2012 at 11:31 AM and received my BRP Card Letter at Approx between 13:30pm to 13:55pm on same day i.e 09/03/2012. Reason for I am not sure for time is I was in mosque for Friday prayer and my sister received it for me. The delivery guy just confirmed my full name from her and gave my letter of BRP Card to her.

I rang DX delivery yesterday i.e 08/03/2012 twice in morning and in after 13.00 PM because they get delivery in two different times, both times I was being told that we have neither received or dispatched any thing from your name.

Hope this helps!!! Please Do not Lose hope!! and Stay Positive!!

[banalavamsi]

One Thing i have noticed from this forum who has given biometric through Post offices are getting they Approved Letters & BRP cards very quickly at least with in 15 to 20 days after biometric but who have attended in UKBA Public offices are still waiting.... Waiting ...... Waiting ..........

Here goes My Story Again

Application Sent: Saturday 14th Jan 2012 (Royal Mail Special Delivery)

Application Received by UKBA: Monday 16th Jan 2012

Acknowledgement Letter Received: Thursday 26th Jan 2012 (Dated 18th Jan 2012)

Biometric Invitation Letter: Friday18th Feb 2012 (Dated 16th Feb 2012)

Biometric Given: Tuesday 21th Feb 2012 (Liverpool UKBA Office)

Biometric Residence Permit : Waiting ............

Passport and Documents: Waiting...

I Hate this Word (WAITING)

Application Sent: 16-01-2012 (special next day delivery)
Acknowledgement letter: Dated 18-01-2012 received on 24-01-2012
BRP Invitation Letter: Dated 17-02-2012 received on 22-02-2012
BRP GIVEN: 22-02-2012 at Post office Middleton, Manchester
APPROVAL LETTER AND DOCUMENTS dated: 07-03-2012
APPROVAL LETTER AND DOCUMENTS recieved:09-03-2012
BRP CARD: Waiting ( UKBA has stated that you will get with in 7 working days if not contact us)


Best of luck every one !!!!

Application Sent: 16-01-2012 (special next day delivery)
Acknowledgement letter: Dated 18-01-2012 received on 24-01-2012
BRP Invitation Letter: Dated 17-02-2012 received on 22-02-2012
BRP GIVEN: 22-02-2012 at Post office Middleton, Manchester
APPROVAL LETTER AND DOCUMENTS dated: 07-03-2012
APPROVAL LETTER AND DOCUMENTS recieved:09-03-2012
BRP CARD: RECEIVED on 09-03-2012

I want to make few things clear for people still waiting for their BRP Card and APPROVAL LETTER;

I didn't sent any special delivery envelope to UKBA for return of my documents with my initial application. They sent me my documents back in 1st Class Recorded delivery in a very nice and secure packing as I had my degree and passports in them.

I received my documents and approval letter today i.e 09/03/2012 at 11:31 AM and received my BRP Card Letter at Approx between 13:30pm to 13:55pm on same day i.e 09/03/2012. Reason for I am not sure for time is I was in mosque for Friday prayer and my sister received it for me. The delivery guy just confirmed my full name from her and gave my letter of BRP Card to her.

I rang DX delivery yesterday i.e 08/03/2012 twice in morning and in after 13.00 PM because they get delivery in two different times, both times I was being told that we have neither received or dispatched any thing from your name.

Hope this helps!!! Please Do not Lose hope!! and Stay Positive!!

[desparateb]

[quote="a87m"][b]Application Sent: 16-01-2012 (special next day delivery)
Acknowledgement letter: Dated 18-01-2012 received on 24-01-2012
BRP Invitation Letter: Dated 17-02-2012 received on 22-02-2012
BRP GIVEN: 22-02-2012 at Post office Middleton, Manchester
APPROVAL LETTER AND DOCUMENTS dated: 07-03-2012
APPROVAL LETTER AND DOCUMENTIONS.S recieved:09-03-2012
BRP CARD: Waiting ( UKBA has stated that you will get with in 7 working days if not contact us)


Best of luck every one !!!![/b][/quote]

CONGRATULATIONS. DID U RECIEVE UR DOCS VIA ROYAL MAIL OR VIA DX DELIVERIES

[a87m]

Application Sent: 16-01-2012 (special next day delivery)
Acknowledgement letter: Dated 18-01-2012 received on 24-01-2012
BRP Invitation Letter: Dated 17-02-2012 received on 22-02-2012
BRP GIVEN: 22-02-2012 at Post office Middleton, Manchester
APPROVAL LETTER AND DOCUMENTS dated: 07-03-2012
APPROVAL LETTER AND DOCUMENTIONS.S recieved:09-03-2012
BRP CARD: Waiting ( UKBA has stated that you will get with in 7 working days if not contact us)


Best of luck every one !!!!

CONGRATULATIONS. DID U RECIEVE UR DOCS VIA ROYAL MAIL OR VIA DX DELIVERIES

Thanks,,,, Recieved my documents and passport through Royal mail in 1st class recorded delivery.

[vrashta]

file posted= 18th of jan
acknowledgement letter received= 27th of jan dated 24th of jan
postal orders cashed by ukba 29th of jan
biometrics received= 8th ofmarch dated 6th of march
biometrics given= 10th of march at post office with dependent

[D_Torque]

How long does it take to carry out the biometrics thingi ??

[golekipro]

application posted on 26th jan
money deducted from my account on 30th jan
acknowledgement letter recieved on 16th feb
biometric recieved on 8march

[nirmal7]

How long does it take to carry out the biometrics thingi ??

If u r asking abt how long it takes to complete bio metrics... its takes like 5 mins... actually less than that.

[D_Torque]

How long does it take to carry out the biometrics thingi ??

If u r asking abt how long it takes to complete bio metrics... its takes like 5 mins... actually less than that.

lol... thanks..

[nirmal7]

Monday afternoon fast approaching no one started any conversation today...

come on guys keep us posted about whats happening on Visa front.

[equaliser 2000]

Monday afternoon fast approaching no one started any conversation today...

come on guys keep us posted about whats happening on Visa front.

I have been waiting fo my BRP card since the 29th of february. I sent a mail to BRPdelivery#. But only got only an automated message. I am gettinng out of mmy mind. everyone else have receive theirs. I applied since the 10th of january. Any ideas pls.

[nirmal7]

Monday afternoon fast approaching no one started any conversation today...

come on guys keep us posted about whats happening on Visa front.

I have been waiting fo my BRP card since the 29th of february. I sent a mail to BRPdelivery#. But only got only an automated message. I am gettinng out of mmy mind. everyone else have receive theirs. I applied since the 10th of january. Any ideas pls.

I can truly understand your frustration. I am also in the same fidgety situation. C from our side we have done everything and we just have to stick to that bcos nothing else can be done. We will get it. Did you try contacting the UKBA and ask them since you have applied in the early Jan. I did bio metrics on the 1 March and waiting for mine.

From what ppl have written Bio metrics done in the Post office usually takes 13-14 days. So just keep the faith.

all the best

[equaliser 2000]

Monday afternoon fast approaching no one started any conversation today...

come on guys keep us posted about whats happening on Visa front.

I have been waiting fo my BRP card since the 29th of february. I sent a mail to BRPdelivery#. But only got only an automated message. I am gettinng out of mmy mind. everyone else have receive theirs. I applied since the 10th of january. Any ideas pls.

I can truly understand your frustration. I am also in the same fidgety situation. C from our side we have done everything and we just have to stick to that bcos nothing else can be done. We will get it. Did you try contacting the UKBA and ask them since you have applied in the early Jan. I did bio metrics on the 1 March and waiting for mine.

From what ppl have written Bio metrics done in the Post office usually takes 13-14 days. So just keep the faith.



all the best

I mean i already have the approval letter but i dont have the card. attended biometric onn the 13th of february and i got a letter saying that my aplication has been approved. I am so worried. does it matter if i dont get the brp card, but my a letter confirming approval? anyone with experience please help!!!

[nirmal7]

Monday afternoon fast approaching no one started any conversation today...

come on guys keep us posted about whats happening on Visa front.

I have been waiting fo my BRP card since the 29th of february. I sent a mail to BRPdelivery#. But only got only an automated message. I am gettinng out of mmy mind. everyone else have receive theirs. I applied since the 10th of january. Any ideas pls.

I can truly understand your frustration. I am also in the same fidgety situation. C from our side we have done everything and we just have to stick to that bcos nothing else can be done. We will get it. Did you try contacting the UKBA and ask them since you have applied in the early Jan. I did bio metrics on the 1 March and waiting for mine.

From what ppl have written Bio metrics done in the Post office usually takes 13-14 days. So just keep the faith.



all the best

I mean i already have the approval letter but i dont have the card. attended biometric onn the 13th of february and i got a letter saying that my aplication has been approved. I am so worried. does it matter if i dont get the brp card, but my a letter confirming approval? anyone with experience please help!!!

According to UKBA after u receive ur approval letter with in 10 days ur biometrics should reach if not u can email them. Check out the UKBA website under biometrics for further information.

[D_Torque]

I had my invitation today at 12:40. Got inside at 12:10 and was called for finger prints and stuff at 1:40ish... which barely took 5 mins and then waited again for more than an hour really for them to tell me that I can leave. So, friends I thankfully managed to travel in off-peak which is why I asked earlier about this timing.
Anyway, done with biometrics now and waiting for BRP and documents....

Graduation Ceremony tomorrow and joining a new job day after... QUITE a happening week for me...

[banalavamsi]

Congrats Lad All the best.

News Update From UKBA : We are currently considering applications where the applicant attended a biometric appointment on or before 28 February.

I have attended biomatric on 21st Feb and still waiting for my Passport & BRP card loosing hope day by day

I had my invitation today at 12:40. Got inside at 12:10 and was called for finger prints and stuff at 1:40ish... which barely took 5 mins and then waited again for more than an hour really for them to tell me that I can leave. So, friends I thankfully managed to travel in off-peak which is why I asked earlier about this timing.
Anyway, done with biometrics now and waiting for BRP and documents....

Graduation Ceremony tomorrow and joining a new job day after... QUITE a happening week for me...

[apt70]

GOOD LUCK GUYS:)

[htcsensation]

Guys.. finally my agony is almost over..i received my aproval letter with my passport and docs in 1st class royal mail post today..
my application timeline is as follows:
application filed:28thDec
acc. letter date:7th jan
biometric letter:2feb
biometrics given : 4th feb
Approval letter with docs: 12th March, 2012(letter dated 8th March)

My case might be a ray of hope for people whose visas have been delayed quite a lot.. as u can see it took more than a month after my biometrics but finally recived the aproval letter.. although i am still waiting my BRP card.. they said in the letter that i should get it within the next 5 working days.. hopefullu i should have it soon as well

Good luck to al in their endevours..

Thanks fr sharing all ur experiences and cases.. was great healp and moral support

[htcsensation]

Guys..
also.. for those who havent heard abnything after giving ur biometrics..here's something that u can do.:
Check this link: http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A ... =OAQGn0N3Y and Mail: BRPDelivery@homeoffice.gsi.gov.uk ur details of application and ask for contact details of ur case worker.. yes ur case worker..

reply frm this mail will not tell u any status of ur application since they only deal with delivery issues of BRP but they can provide u with the name and postal contact of ur case worker (the individual person working on ur case).. and u can contact him/her in writing.. i dunno if thats advisable or not..but u can if u want to..

i hope this helps
they wouldnt gv u any phone numbner or email address but a postal addres.. so u will hv to write a post to him asking him the status of ur application

[htc_123]

Submitted my application on the 5th of Feb
Recieved Ack : 9 th Feb

Still waiting for Biometric invite, just called them and checked, apprantely there is still a backlog and it may take upto two more weeks to get the invite!

[htc_123]

1 - Tier 4 (General)
2 - Date of Expiry (current leave) - 28/02/2012
3 - Date Application Posted - 21/02/2012 - Special Delivery
4 - Payment - Cheque
5 - Acknowledgement - 27/02/2012 (07/01/2012 dated)
6. Biometric letter received: 03 March 2012
7. Date of biometrics enrolment : 05 March 2012 (at Old St. post office)
8. Date passport & documents received: 12/03/12
9. Date BRP received: 12/03/12

GOOD LUCK GUYS:)

I think u meant posted on 28/1/2012 as opposed to 28/2/2012 ! (ur Ack letter is dated 7/01/2012)

[nirmal7]

1 - Tier 4 (General)
2 - Date of Expiry (current leave) - 28/02/2012
3 - Date Application Posted - 21/02/2012 - Special Delivery
4 - Payment - Cheque
5 - Acknowledgement - 27/02/2012 (07/01/2012 dated)
6. Biometric letter received: 03 March 2012
7. Date of biometrics enrolment : 05 March 2012 (at Old St. post office)
8. Date passport & documents received: 12/03/12
9. Date BRP received: 12/03/12

GOOD LUCK GUYS:)

I think u meant posted on 28/1/2012 as opposed to 28/2/2012 ! (ur Ack letter is dated 7/01/2012)

I think he has mentioned abt the Student Visa.