I am still in shock, I got back from work and didnt bother checking my post because I thought whats the point I will not get my visa.
Then I just happened to check my letterbox just now when I went down to put the trash and I GOT MY APPROVAL LETTER AND DOCUMENTS
I just dont understand it!? I called them up on Friday and they said my case hasn't been allocated to caseworker, but the date of approval on my letter is 14th Feb which was Friday!! so either they gave me the wrong information, or they immediately checked my application and posted it that evening LOL
I am still in shock, I dont know what to feel.. but I am finally free!! my wait ends today. I need to sleep and wake up tomorrow to let this sink in, Im here holding the letter in my hand and I am just blank in my mind, because this is so unexpected!
It took almost exactly 5 months, now just waiting for my BRP
All the best to those who are waiting, especially esmsi, and all the September applicants that are outstanding, I felt that this day would never come but it has, and it will for all of you too
My timelines -
Application sent: 19/09/2013
Payment Method: Cheque
Payment Taken: 27/09/2013
Acknowledgement letter: Dated 23/09/2013, received 27/09/2013
Biometrics letter received: Dated 13/10/2013, received 17/10/2013
Biometrics enrolled: 21/10/2013
Approval Letter + Docs - Dated 14/02/2014, received 18/02/2014
BRP - Waiting...
Cheers
Nik