Checking reference number with the HO

I sent an email to the HO last week to ask for my Ref number and know the date my application was received and there is no reply.

Could some one assist me how to go about it.
which e-mail address to use and info to furnish them with?

Thanks.

Nousky

Please read the FAQ, you might find that your questions have already been answered there.

In this case the third question is relevant to you

3. I have recently submitted my HSMP application but have not received any acknowledgement or a reference number. How do I obtain these details?
The HSMP Team do not acknowledge receipt of applications. You should check with your courier regarding delivery or the relevant financial institution for the debit of credit card fees/ encashment of bank drafts. You will be able to obtain a reference number approximatley one week after the fee payment. The fastest/ cheapest way to do this is via e-mail on:

hsmp.workpermits@ind.homeoffice.gsi.gov.uk

You need to provide:

1. Your full name as per your passport/ birth certificate - it is helpful to underline your family/ last name.

2. Your date of birth - DDMMYYYY.

3. Your gender.

4. Your nationality.

5. Date of delivery at Doncaster including Courier/ Royal Mail reference number.

6. Date of fee payment.


Where you need to submit further information to the HSMP Team before your application is decided you include your details as in (1), (2), (3), (4) and reference number.

also note that they are taking time to respond to emails requesting ref. numbers. i would say give it at least two weeks from the time they deduct money from your card