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by finallyilrlr » Mon Sep 21, 2020 4:16 pm
Just DM'd UKVCAS on twitter and they said that they're holding us (post-12 sep applicants) off because there are no appointments available anyway - so they're processing the backlog.
Thank you. All members including yourself are amazing! This thread has lots of information shared by all members which is helpful to all
Guru, Angel, Messiah, Cullinan,
1) Pay and submit via UKVI. Date of application is the date you pay and submit.Guru, Angel, Messiah, Cullinan,
Finally am taking your advice and not waiting anymore to be in the queue and submitting today, realised no need to wait for 'normalcy'! I have all docs ready so best course will be to pay & submit and then I upload docs on UKVCAS (getting login / pwd on email ? ) and logout and login back to submit. submitting application and documents on the same date (if possible). Is there anything else to do ?
Wow this is super useful --> so clear!!! Thank you so much CULLINAN. You have been absolutely wonderful. We all owe you many times over for all your helpCULLINAN wrote: ↑Mon Sep 21, 2020 3:48 pm@Cristina88
1) Pay and submit via UKVI. Date of application is the date you pay and submit.Guru, Angel, Messiah, Cullinan,
Finally am taking your advice and not waiting anymore to be in the queue and submitting today, realised no need to wait for 'normalcy'! I have all docs ready so best course will be to pay & submit and then I upload docs on UKVCAS (getting login / pwd on email ? ) and logout and login back to submit. submitting application and documents on the same date (if possible). Is there anything else to do ?
2) Press “book an appointment” on further actions page @UKVI.
3) System will reroute you to create an account on UKVCAS. Register on the same day.
4) Access code will be sent to your email. Usually it lands up in Junk folder.
5) Upload all documents as per your convenience. Sooner the better.
6) Sign out and sign in again.
7) You will see a submit button. Submit documents to UKVI. Note, you will only be able to submit once. However, you will be able to add more at your appointment/using IDV app at a later stage.
8- Keep following this topic for recent developments as appointments/IDV access usually opens up even before an official update.
9) Wait to book an appointment/IDV access as per your choice.
10) Good luck for a quick decision.
A lot of April people are still waiting...atto123_ wrote: ↑Mon Sep 21, 2020 2:51 pmHi All,atto123 wrote: ↑Mon Sep 07, 2020 1:19 pmMy solicitor got a response on sunday, they called today morning and we booked the appointment. hope this helps and also i think now backlog till may is completely cleared
Somehow my id is not working. So created another one with underscore.
Great news...I got my ILR approved, got mail from solicitor today morning. Actual mail to solicitor went on 19th Sep....
so this is my Time line
Applied --> 06-May-2020
Biometric reuse --> 29 Aug (Opted out)
In person Biometric --> 15 Sep 2019.
Decision email --> 19 Sep 18:44 PM ( ILR Approved).
This is the fantastic news i received in recent times...Thank you all....By now i see that all of the april-may-june aspirants are Cleared
indgirlinglasgow05 wrote: ↑Mon Sep 21, 2020 4:23 pmHi, I received an email from Home Office with below line in the text :
"Although we would normally decide your application within eight weeks from the date it was submitted, unfortunately this may not be possible in your case."
Does this mean that my application is delayed ? Can anyone advise. This is making me anxious.
Please update the SET LR timeline thread with these details so everyone visiting these forums is aware tooujeshaniere wrote: ↑Mon Sep 21, 2020 4:13 pmJust to share that I got my ILR approval email this morning. Big thank you to moderators and other members sharing their story as this helped maintain my sanity while waiting for a decision. Timeline as follows:
ILR Set LR application: 20 May 2020
IDV submitted: 27 August
In person appointment: 14 Sept
Approval email: 21 Sept
Not sure if IDV or face to face worked but I got tired of sitting back doing nothing while people were reporting getting approval shortly after in person appt. Good luck to others still waiting.
CULLINAN wrote: ↑Mon Sep 21, 2020 3:48 pm@Cristina88
1) Pay and submit via UKVI. Date of application is the date you pay and submit.Guru, Angel, Messiah, Cullinan,
Finally am taking your advice and not waiting anymore to be in the queue and submitting today, realised no need to wait for 'normalcy'! I have all docs ready so best course will be to pay & submit and then I upload docs on UKVCAS (getting login / pwd on email ? ) and logout and login back to submit. submitting application and documents on the same date (if possible). Is there anything else to do ?
2) Press “book an appointment” on further actions page @UKVI.
3) System will reroute you to create an account on UKVCAS. Register on the same day.
4) Access code will be sent to your email. Usually it lands up in Junk folder.
5) Upload all documents as per your convenience. Sooner the better.
6) Sign out and sign in again.
7) You will see a submit button. Submit documents to UKVI. Note, you will only be able to submit once. However, you will be able to add more at your appointment/using IDV app at a later stage.
8- Keep following this topic for recent developments as appointments/IDV access usually opens up even before an official update.
9) Wait to book an appointment/IDV access as per your choice.
10) Good luck for a quick decision.
Hey Cullinan, my ILR got approved on 19-Sep. A special thanks to you for the selfless service that you are doing in keeping track, guiding us etc ...Great work !!!
CULLINAN wrote: ↑Mon Sep 21, 2020 4:54 pmindgirlinglasgow05 wrote: ↑Mon Sep 21, 2020 4:23 pmHi, I received an email from Home Office with below line in the text :
"Although we would normally decide your application within eight weeks from the date it was submitted, unfortunately this may not be possible in your case."
Does this mean that my application is delayed ? Can anyone advise. This is making me anxious.
Many have reported receiving similar emails. These seem to be generic auto pushed system emails. Just ignore them.
Thank you and good luck.. I have a feeling you will get your decision very quickCristina88 wrote: ↑Mon Sep 21, 2020 5:49 pmThanks a lot Cullinan, absolutely remarkable.. I think thanking you seems so small compared to help you are providing to the community!
I have submitted my application & now Fingers crossed!
Will do.ajitu92 wrote: ↑Mon Sep 21, 2020 5:30 pmPlease update the SET LR timeline thread with these details so everyone visiting these forums is aware tooujeshaniere wrote: ↑Mon Sep 21, 2020 4:13 pmJust to share that I got my ILR approval email this morning. Big thank you to moderators and other members sharing their story as this helped maintain my sanity while waiting for a decision. Timeline as follows:
ILR Set LR application: 20 May 2020
IDV submitted: 27 August
In person appointment: 14 Sept
Approval email: 21 Sept
Not sure if IDV or face to face worked but I got tired of sitting back doing nothing while people were reporting getting approval shortly after in person appt. Good luck to others still waiting.
thank you - will keep checking for updatesCULLINAN wrote: ↑Mon Sep 21, 2020 2:06 pmIf you are eligible for IDV app: You will be able to book an appointment even after using the IDV app. Choice is yours if you want to go for dual submission but its not recommended. I do not see any advantage of dual submission for applicants Sep onwards.eeeccc wrote: ↑Mon Sep 21, 2020 1:58 pmProbably a stupid question. If I submit via the app to be safe in case of lockdown, would I be then able to book an in person appointment (in case there is no lockdown and appoint is usually quicker). Or is it only for specific people/ after a certain period of time when you don't hear back you can then book appointment? Thank youCULLINAN wrote: ↑Mon Sep 21, 2020 10:57 amGiven the recent surge in cases, potentially there will be stricter rules implemented today if not a national lockdown. Calls for national measures to be implemented today. Best to keep an eye on the news. The restrictions may impact the UKVCAS appointment bookings also. I would urge anyone applying in Sep onwards to submit biometrics via IDV app (if eligible) to avoid potential lockdowns/delays.
No.
awesomeagni wrote: ↑Mon Sep 21, 2020 2:28 pmThanks CULLINAN .CULLINAN wrote: ↑Mon Sep 21, 2020 2:16 pmhttps://www.ukvcas.co.uk/flash-message- ... geId=74833If UKVCAS received your application on or after 12 September 2020, please continue to check this page for updates. We will refresh this page over the next few days to let you know when you can book a UKVCAS appointment or use the IDV app.
I have seen this update.
Sopra Steria's update is confusing at best.
Last week, on one of their updates they had stated, applicants who have submitted their applications on or after 12/09/2020, would be able to book biometrc appointments straightaway on 21/09/2020, irrespective of whether they receive any email or not.
And UKVCAS said the same on Twitter (DM) too.
However, today when I had asked whether to look out for the service status message or whether the applicants will be notified by email - they replied "you will be notified by email".
The service status they have posted today contains virtually nothing for applicants who have submitted on or after 12/09/2020.
Guess waiting is the only option.
