Read the caseworker guidelines - VERY HELPFUL!

[wazman]

I was googling for HSMP info and found the following link that has the instructions for caseworkers when processing HSMP applications:

http://www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/ind/en ... de_to.html

This document is very useful when formulating your application, and if applying for a review of your case in the instance of refusal; you may be able to show the caseworker didn't stick to the process. Personally I find it very interesting and useful, and better than just having the guidance notes, because you can look at your application from the caseworker's perspective.

If you trace back the URL, you can find several other interesting documents including:

Annexes for HSMP and other immigration matters:
http://www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/ind/en ... nexes.html

Caseworker guidelines for entry clearance/leave to enter under HSMP:
http://www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/ind/en ... 11HSMP.pdf

Achievement in chosen field guidance
http://www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/ind/en ... nnexZ4.pdf

... and even a form letter for EC refusal:
http://www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/ind/en ... nnexZ5.pdf

Hope this helps some people (I know it helps me!).

Wazman
PS All these pages are publicly available on the website www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk but it's a long trawl through links to find them!

[Alagomeji]

According to this guide, Nigeria is now on the same salary band as india ( we used to be one below, band E, not D) If this is followed, then I should NOT even qualify for HSMP. Has the pay structure been changed already?

[kumar78]

Hi Alagomeji,

Are you still waiting for response from HO?

[shonolaku]

Check the date, its pre 2003 update. I think the URL is outdated.

[Alagomeji]

Nope Kumar, I already have the approval. I am however a bit worried about my other "peeps" out here who have applied for the scheme.

Laku, thanks for the info

[wazman]

As I said, those documents can be reached by following links from the IND home page. For that reason I would have expected them to be current. It's very concerning if they're not. I still think they are useful in preparing applications.

Good luck to everybody!

wazman