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There's no appeal for this type of case so all you can do is work within the visa system.Mrs Orchid wrote:If she re-applied they will not be satisfied that her ties to Sri Lanka are strong enough for her to go back. She cannot lie about the fact that she lives alone, her kids and family are all out of Sri Lanka and have been for many years. During her 40 odd years of visiting the UK, her circumstances have not changed in this regard, and they never questioned it before, why now? She would not have anything more to add on this, so she may get refused again, and they will keep her money again!
Internal policies and guidance may well change over time.Mrs Orchid wrote:..., but cannot understand why they are questioning/doubting this now.
Mrs Orchid wrote:My sister in Sri Lanka recently applied for a visit visa to the UK and was refused. She misunderstood a question where it asked "how long do you intend staying in the UK" and she answered "up to two years" - she was paying £340 for a two year visa, hence her answer. They read it as she was going to stay for two continuous years. Also, they say she shows no strong ties to Sri Lanka and may not leave the UK to go back. She has visited her family in the UK for over 40 years and never been refused visa before. She has never flouted the rules or overstayed. She has a clean immigration history and is very upset she may not be able to see her family. UKVI is asking her to put in a fresh application as there is no right of appeal. I am her sponsor and gave an undertaking that I would take care of all her needs and ensures her safe return to Sri Lanka. We are all upset and don't know what to do. We have emailed UKVI again and they are not budging from their original decision. Any advice as to a way forward so that the decision is overturned and my sister is not blacklisted would be appreciated.