Got it..!
I've been (like some other guys) a silent reader of this forum until I get my documents today with approval until June 10, 2011. Thanks God.
I would like to thank everybody who did participate in this forum. It was really beneficial to watch the posts of the members everyday. It gave us a clear idea about the queue and the time scale. Watching the forum on regular basis, I did not need to call the Home Office at all.
It is my observation that the standard time for a straight application is 5-6 weeks and it is wise to wait without making any call unless you are really in a genuine need for an urgent treatment. This will let the HO less busier to deal with such requests efficiently.
Anyway, my best wishes for everybody who is still waiting.
Details of my application:
Application made from inside the UK
IGS to tier1
Applied on : 8th May
Reference Number allocated : 9th May (Delay due to bank holiday)
Payment taken on : 9th May
Approved on : 7th June
Visa Stamped on : 10th June
Document Received : 17th June
Time Taken : 40days
Never called the HO.
All the best guys
Voldo