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Settlement visa application from India - 2011

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kdpatel_87
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Post by kdpatel_87 » Tue Jun 12, 2012 4:23 pm

pazpatel wrote:My status has changed to "your application is being sent to the application centre. Please wait untill it is ready for collection"

Fingers crossed.... Hopefully I wont be flying to India now, save that £600, and spend it on my lovely wife in stead....

Fingers crossed

Also does anyone know the collection times for AHM are, and when it changes to that status, do you know how long it takes to "ready for collection" is it pretty much next day?
hey paras i am really happy for you u can get timing on vfs website...is your wife didnt choose courier service..if she choose then she will get her passpert in anand and it will takes 1 day to change ready for collection
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m1234
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Post by m1234 » Tue Jun 12, 2012 4:32 pm

pazpatel wrote:My status has changed to "your application is being sent to the application centre. Please wait untill it is ready for collection"

Fingers crossed.... Hopefully I wont be flying to India now, save that £600, and spend it on my lovely wife in stead....

Fingers crossed

Also does anyone know the collection times for AHM are, and when it changes to that status, do you know how long it takes to "ready for collection" is it pretty much next day?
Wow! congratulations that great news.

I beleive the status changes the next day, to ready for collection
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pazpatel
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Post by pazpatel » Tue Jun 12, 2012 4:34 pm

kdpatel_87 wrote:
pazpatel wrote:My status has changed to "your application is being sent to the application centre. Please wait untill it is ready for collection"

Fingers crossed.... Hopefully I wont be flying to India now, save that £600, and spend it on my lovely wife in stead....

Fingers crossed

Also does anyone know the collection times for AHM are, and when it changes to that status, do you know how long it takes to "ready for collection" is it pretty much next day?
hey paras i am really happy for you u can get timing on vfs website...is your wife didnt choose courier service..if she choose then she will get her passpert in anand and it will takes 1 day to change ready for collection
We did actually do the premium service lounge but we told the guy we would rather come and pick it up, so no courier service..... I thought thsi way it would be quicker, was worried if i done courier might take longer to get to us. So do you think we will get ready for collection in morning?
06/03/2012 - Submitted @ AHM (INDIA)
06/03/2012 - Sent to BHC
11/03/2012 - Under Process at BHC
13/06/2012 - VISA GRANTED!!!!!
2 Years on.....
02/09/2014 - Application SET (M) ILR sent (Postal)
09/09/2014 - Cheque presented to my bank
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pazpatel
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Post by pazpatel » Tue Jun 12, 2012 4:35 pm

m1234 wrote:
pazpatel wrote:My status has changed to "your application is being sent to the application centre. Please wait untill it is ready for collection"

Fingers crossed.... Hopefully I wont be flying to India now, save that £600, and spend it on my lovely wife in stead....

Fingers crossed

Also does anyone know the collection times for AHM are, and when it changes to that status, do you know how long it takes to "ready for collection" is it pretty much next day?
Wow! congratulations that great news.

I beleive the status changes the next day, to ready for collection
Well lets just pray it is good news.... Not sure my self yet but I am praying!
06/03/2012 - Submitted @ AHM (INDIA)
06/03/2012 - Sent to BHC
11/03/2012 - Under Process at BHC
13/06/2012 - VISA GRANTED!!!!!
2 Years on.....
02/09/2014 - Application SET (M) ILR sent (Postal)
09/09/2014 - Cheque presented to my bank
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mrite123
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Post by mrite123 » Tue Jun 12, 2012 5:11 pm

@pazpatel
I am very happy for u..
At last waiting is going to end soon..
finger crossed! you will get definately positive result
takecare
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wAliMeer
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Post by wAliMeer » Tue Jun 12, 2012 5:24 pm

pazpatel wrote:My status has changed to "your application is being sent to the application centre. Please wait untill it is ready for collection"

Fingers crossed.... Hopefully I wont be flying to India now, save that £600, and spend it on my lovely wife in stead....

Fingers crossed

Also does anyone know the collection times for AHM are, and when it changes to that status, do you know how long it takes to "ready for collection" is it pretty much next day?
That is brilliant news, please keep us updated on the status. Fingers crossed for you :)
12/04/12 : Application submitted at VFS Hyderabad.
16/04/12 : Application under process at BHC.
18/07/12 : Processed Application couriered via Bluedart.
19/07/12 : Visa Granted.
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neerajverma
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Post by neerajverma » Tue Jun 12, 2012 5:29 pm

Destination London..
I've applied on 8th May 2012 at VFS Jalandhar but status is still forwarded to BHC. Hoping that it will update under process by this week..
Fingers crossed ..
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wAliMeer
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Post by wAliMeer » Tue Jun 12, 2012 5:35 pm

pazpatel wrote:
m1234 wrote:Hi,

im planning on going on holiday once my husband returns too, does anyone know how it works,

We want to go on honeymoon soon after he returns, but need to know if hes allowed in any country whilst on the settlement visa or if there are restrictions?

Many Thanks,

M
If he is travelling to India he will be fine of course, but anywhere else he needs a visa (£35 it costs I think), I think one for surope is called - Schengen Visa, dont quote me on that, but I know for a fact to travel in europe, and 99% of countries you will need a visa
Hi M,
I agree with Paras here, if you are planning to go outside UK then you will need a visa. The Schengen visa costs vary for different countries, I am not sure about other countries but as your husband will be an Indian Citizen so he will need visa to travel to any other countries. (more info on Schengen visa is here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_polic ... pean_Union
12/04/12 : Application submitted at VFS Hyderabad.
16/04/12 : Application under process at BHC.
18/07/12 : Processed Application couriered via Bluedart.
19/07/12 : Visa Granted.
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Post by neerajverma » Tue Jun 12, 2012 5:47 pm

Heay Paras,

That's really a great news, very happy for you. I'm sure everything gonna be okay.
Fingers crossed. All the very best.

Warm Regards,

Neeraj Verma
Applied @ VFS Jalandhar- 8th May 2012
Status as on date - Forwarded to BHC.
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Post by neerajverma » Tue Jun 12, 2012 5:48 pm

Heay Paras,

That's really a great news, very happy for you. I'm sure everything gonna be okay.
Fingers crossed. All the very best.
Want to hear a good news from you..

Warm Regards,

Neeraj Verma
Applied @ VFS Jalandhar- 8th May 2012
Status as on date - Forwarded to BHC.
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kthangavel29
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All the best

Post by kthangavel29 » Tue Jun 12, 2012 7:18 pm

pazpatel wrote:My status has changed to "your application is being sent to the application centre. Please wait untill it is ready for collection"

Fingers crossed.... Hopefully I wont be flying to India now, save that £600, and spend it on my lovely wife in stead....

Fingers crossed

Also does anyone know the collection times for AHM are, and when it changes to that status, do you know how long it takes to "ready for collection" is it pretty much next day?
Hi pazpatel,

All the best. Hope you get the results in your favour.
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Srinibondugula
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Post by Srinibondugula » Tue Jun 12, 2012 7:54 pm

Vow..Great News Paras...Big relief. This gives everyone new hope and would enlighten us.

Don't worry, the result will definitely in your favour.
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m1234
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Post by m1234 » Tue Jun 12, 2012 11:47 pm

wAliMeer wrote:
pazpatel wrote:
m1234 wrote:Hi,

im planning on going on holiday once my husband returns too, does anyone know how it works,

We want to go on honeymoon soon after he returns, but need to know if hes allowed in any country whilst on the settlement visa or if there are restrictions?

Many Thanks,

M
If he is travelling to India he will be fine of course, but anywhere else he needs a visa (£35 it costs I think), I think one for surope is called - Schengen Visa, dont quote me on that, but I know for a fact to travel in europe, and 99% of countries you will need a visa
Hi M,
I agree with Paras here, if you are planning to go outside UK then you will need a visa. The Schengen visa costs vary for different countries, I am not sure about other countries but as your husband will be an Indian Citizen so he will need visa to travel to any other countries. (more info on Schengen visa is here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_polic ... pean_Union
Hi Walimeer,

Thank you for clarifying, Thats fine, i dont't mind paying for visa as long ad he can travel :-)
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maroonedsoul
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Post by maroonedsoul » Wed Jun 13, 2012 6:05 am

Hi M1234,

There is one way you can avoid paying the VISA fee or pay less fees? to visit Europe. I think, it is France, that issues Schengen visa for less or free. Once there, you can travel the rest of Europe. You might want to double check that information.

Pazz,

I am extremely happy to hear that the decision has been taken and I pray that the visa is granted for your wife and that you two can reunite very soon!

All,

It is very upsetting to hear of the new changes that the UK government are bringing in. I just thought I would share two articles with you that showcases how brutal these new rules really are!

http://www.freemovement.org.uk/2012/06/ ... ights-law/

http://www.freemovement.org.uk/2012/06/ ... -marrying/

I follow that blog very closely, and there is another organization called No Borders...and it would be great if you wanted to volunteer your time for them and create awareness locally for those of you who are already in UK, and want to protest!

On a different note, do you think that ECO's check facebook information or for that matter, even this forum?! Something tells me they do check facebook!

All the best everyone.
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lucy_2011
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Post by lucy_2011 » Wed Jun 13, 2012 8:00 am

@paz,

wats the news... post quickly...we r waiting to hear from u..... mira tell us soon :)
Spouse Visa Applied at VFS Delhi: 5th Sep, 11
Refusal Recvd: 4th Oct, 11
Appeal Lodged: 21st Oct, 11
Hearing Date: 2nd March, 2012
Appeal Allowd: 23rd Mar, 12
Call Letter Recvd: 2nd Apr, 12
VISA GRANTED: 3rd Apr, 12
ILR Granted: 12th Sep 2014
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Post by pazpatel » Wed Jun 13, 2012 10:08 am

lucy_2011 wrote:@paz,

wats the news... post quickly...we r waiting to hear from u..... mira tell us soon :)
She is on her way to AHM to pick it up right now..... It only changed to ready for collection about 15 mins ago, so she left straight away as it will take her 1 hour 30 mins to get there..... Collection time is 4-5pm india time

Fingers crossed we hear good news!
06/03/2012 - Submitted @ AHM (INDIA)
06/03/2012 - Sent to BHC
11/03/2012 - Under Process at BHC
13/06/2012 - VISA GRANTED!!!!!
2 Years on.....
02/09/2014 - Application SET (M) ILR sent (Postal)
09/09/2014 - Cheque presented to my bank
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lucy_2011
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Post by lucy_2011 » Wed Jun 13, 2012 10:46 am

im dying to hear.... im havng goosebums...
Spouse Visa Applied at VFS Delhi: 5th Sep, 11
Refusal Recvd: 4th Oct, 11
Appeal Lodged: 21st Oct, 11
Hearing Date: 2nd March, 2012
Appeal Allowd: 23rd Mar, 12
Call Letter Recvd: 2nd Apr, 12
VISA GRANTED: 3rd Apr, 12
ILR Granted: 12th Sep 2014
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m1234
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Post by m1234 » Wed Jun 13, 2012 12:31 pm

Any news yet paz?
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maroonedsoul
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Post by maroonedsoul » Wed Jun 13, 2012 12:33 pm

I hope your wife got the passport and you are going to deliver great news! Fingers crossed for you!
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Post by neerajverma » Wed Jun 13, 2012 2:20 pm

@paz,

Very eager to hear the good news from you.. Fingers crossed.

Waiting..


Warm Regards
Neeraj Verma
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lucy_2011
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Post by lucy_2011 » Wed Jun 13, 2012 2:46 pm

paaaaazzzzzzz n miiiiirrrrraaaaaa,

guys tell me, im still having goosebums.....
palllleeeezzzzz before i get heart attack, let me knw.....
Spouse Visa Applied at VFS Delhi: 5th Sep, 11
Refusal Recvd: 4th Oct, 11
Appeal Lodged: 21st Oct, 11
Hearing Date: 2nd March, 2012
Appeal Allowd: 23rd Mar, 12
Call Letter Recvd: 2nd Apr, 12
VISA GRANTED: 3rd Apr, 12
ILR Granted: 12th Sep 2014
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Post by sanghasaab » Wed Jun 13, 2012 2:48 pm

@paz patel waiting
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kdpatel_87
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Post by kdpatel_87 » Wed Jun 13, 2012 2:56 pm

lucy_2011 wrote:paaaaazzzzzzz n miiiiirrrrraaaaaa,

guys tell me, im still having goosebums.....
palllleeeezzzzz before i get heart attack, let me knw.....
paz patels visa are granted
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lucy_2011
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Post by lucy_2011 » Wed Jun 13, 2012 2:57 pm

@kd,

did u get a call from him?
Spouse Visa Applied at VFS Delhi: 5th Sep, 11
Refusal Recvd: 4th Oct, 11
Appeal Lodged: 21st Oct, 11
Hearing Date: 2nd March, 2012
Appeal Allowd: 23rd Mar, 12
Call Letter Recvd: 2nd Apr, 12
VISA GRANTED: 3rd Apr, 12
ILR Granted: 12th Sep 2014
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kdpatel_87
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Post by kdpatel_87 » Wed Jun 13, 2012 2:58 pm

lucy_2011 wrote:@kd,

did u get a call from him?
no he informed me in facebook
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