Got my EC!!! :)

[ashishashah]

Hi All,

I got my EC yesterday..I applied at Bombay -India (VFS)..
It was smooth..I went on 15th Nov with all my docs(described below)..
I was asked to come next day(16th Nov) to check the status...They even have SMS service and net checking service..After i recd. the confirmation that they have recd. my and my wifes Passport back, i went and collected it from VFS..
It is stamped for 2 years, Multiple entries..

I thank every one on this FORUM for immence help and guidence..All the best to all HSMP applicants..

See you guys in UK:))

Following are the things which i submitted for EC
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Dear Consular General,

Sub: Application for Entry Clearance against HSMP

I am submitting the below mentioned documents (in Originals ) in support of my application for Entry Clearance for me and my wife on HSMP Visa.

1)VAF1 form
2)HSMP approval letter.
3)Passport
4)Passport Copy
5)Photos

• Finance
1)Salary Break up letter from Employer
2)Salary Slips from last 6 months
3)Bank Statement for last 6 months
4)Fixed Deposit statements
5)IT return for year 2005-2006

• Educational Certificates
1)B.E (Bachelor of Engineering) Certificate issued by University of Bombay
2)B.E Final Year marksheet

• Work Experiences
1)Experience letter and Appointment letters
2)Prior workpermits for UK( I have worked in UK for 2.5 years on workpermit )

• Proof of Accomodation in UK
1) Letter from a friend in UK with whom I will be staying
2) passport copy
3) Gas bill and Bank Statement
4) Rental Agreement

Documents for my Wife(
1)VAF1 form
2)Passport
3)Passport Copy
4)Photos
5)Marriage Certificate

I request you to kindly issue Entry Clearance for me and my wife .
Thanks
xyz
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Thank you
Ashish

[srib]

Hi Ashish,

Congrats to you and your family.

Did you submit any documents pertaining to job search in UK (or) job advts for your line of work in UK?

Regards,
srib

[hsmp_pan]

Hi Ashish,

Congratulations!! on your smooth EC.

Even, I would be applying for EC in VFS-Mumbai, most-probably, next month.

I dont mean to ask the personel question - but if you do not mind would you be able to throw some light on how much fund should we show to justify a 2-Year EC for HSMP?

Secondly, did you enclose any UK job-offer along with EC application?

Many Thanks

[ashishashah]

Hi,

No..I didnt show any Job releveant papers...
I just showed what ever i have written in the cover letter(it its prresent in my 1st Post....same thread)..

Abt. financial back up, the more the marrier..But i guess for 2 ppl. u can show 10,000 Pounds and for 1 person 5000 GBP shd. be enough(Considering 1000 Per month as your expences, u can survive for 5 months without a job)

Hope it helps:)
Ashish

[srib]

Hi Ashish,
Thanks for your reply. One more clarification:
Do we need to put all the documents in a Folder (like when we sent for HSMP) and give to VFS (or) we need to give the docs only to VFS and they will arrange accordingly?
Looking forward to your reply.
Regards,
srib

[ashishashah]

Nope..
VFS doesnt accept any folders..Just take all docs with you..They will put Docs in a Black folder(provided by the)
Ashish

[srib]

Thanks for your quick reply. It's very nice of you.
Regards,
srib

[AkashS]

Congratulations Friend !!!!!

[hsmp_pan]

Thanks Ashish, for your reply and the post.
This would be helpful.

[niruv]

congrats

[srib]

Hi Ashish,
In the VAF1 Form, do we need to fill 'Section 7 - Employment in the United Kingdom'? If yes, could you tell what we need to mention?
Regards,
srib

[ashishashah]

No..
You dont need to fill that section...(except you have a job lined up in UK)
Ashish