**** COVID19 and UKVCAS Appointments **** (ONLY discuss here)

pshanbhag wrote: ↑

Thu Dec 17, 2020 4:24 pm

Hi all,

I submitted my biometrics on 20/10/2020. Still waiting to hear a decision. Time is ticking as I have got one more job offer but can’t join because of this situation. What is the wait time? Please if anyone can help

Regards

minho87 wrote: ↑

Thu Dec 17, 2020 3:34 pm

Still waiting for my Set LR (M) spouse Visa extension since 24th June 2020. Try to escalate with MP and complained through the UKVI website but nothing.

Is it true after 6months we can track the application?

Cyildirim wrote: ↑

Thu Dec 17, 2020 10:24 am

Yes i have a report from the hospital and i have emailed them to my MP. Shall i send them to HO as well?

ajitu92 wrote: ↑

Thu Dec 17, 2020 11:59 am

poper wrote: ↑

Thu Dec 17, 2020 11:52 am

poper wrote: ↑

Mon Dec 14, 2020 9:02 pm

ajitu92 wrote: ↑

Mon Dec 14, 2020 7:14 pm

All August Set LR until 28th are done (on my list) bar a couple. 1 from 9th (I suspect the user hasn't updated their timeline) and another from 21st (that seems to be a complex case).

August Set LR outstanding applications now are:

29th August - 2 (including yourself)
31st August - 2

I think you will hear back this week for sure, hopefully (and most probably) tomorrow!

That's heartening to see decisions in date order. Thanks again for keeping us updated on the stats
Who're the 9th and 21st August users?

My hopes of hearing back on my case in 2020 have faded. I am thinking my caseworker is already out for Christmas/New Year as Sepetember applicants have begun receiving decisions.

Same here mate. Who knows how long it's going to take now. That being said, there haven't been many September approvals and most 29th-31st August are still outstanding. Not sure how they have allocated cases amongst and between caseworkers tbh.

Bleta2020 wrote: ↑

Thu Dec 17, 2020 8:21 pm

ajitu92 wrote: ↑

Thu Dec 17, 2020 11:59 am

poper wrote: ↑

Thu Dec 17, 2020 11:52 am

poper wrote: ↑

Mon Dec 14, 2020 9:02 pm

That's heartening to see decisions in date order. Thanks again for keeping us updated on the stats
Who're the 9th and 21st August users?

My hopes of hearing back on my case in 2020 have faded. I am thinking my caseworker is already out for Christmas/New Year as Sepetember applicants have begun receiving decisions.

Same here mate. Who knows how long it's going to take now. That being said, there haven't been many September approvals and most 29th-31st August are still outstanding. Not sure how they have allocated cases amongst and between caseworkers tbh.

I applied in june and still no response. Called the HO today and they said the only way to escalate my application is if a family member (father, mother, brother, sister) dies. Really helpful, you pay £2400 per application and they say 6 months later they can’t update you on the status.

917700 wrote: ↑

Fri Dec 18, 2020 12:22 pm

if anyone need to call TNT for delivery information. remember to call this right number 0345 6080 630

917700 wrote: ↑

Fri Dec 18, 2020 1:49 pm

917700 wrote: ↑

Fri Dec 18, 2020 12:22 pm

if anyone need to call TNT for delivery information. remember to call this right number 0345 6080 630

After i was held on the line for 1 hour. It hung up from their end. It's really a waste of time. I will just wait for 7 working day

AlexAlexAlex wrote: ↑

Fri Dec 18, 2020 3:51 pm

Does anyone knows what's happening with set M? It seems HO competly lost the plot!!! Set O are getting approval within few weeks of submission but set M applicants been waiting for ages and it's not acceptable.
Has anyone made a complaint to HO? Does anyone know best way to raise this complaint?

Thanks,

DanaF wrote: ↑

Fri Dec 18, 2020 4:07 pm

AlexAlexAlex wrote: ↑

Fri Dec 18, 2020 3:51 pm

Does anyone knows what's happening with set M? It seems HO competly lost the plot!!! Set O are getting approval within few weeks of submission but set M applicants been waiting for ages and it's not acceptable.
Has anyone made a complaint to HO? Does anyone know best way to raise this complaint?

Thanks,

As someone watching everyone around my timeline getting their approvals thick and fast, I understand your frustration. There really is no rhyme or reason to it all. But sadly, their process is so opaque that there really isn't any way to hold them to account.

CULLINAN wrote: ↑

Thu Dec 17, 2020 12:09 pm

For all those who are waiting for OVER 6 months and have failed to get a decision even after contacting HO first, MP intervention.

I would suggest to make an official complaint to HO especially if you have compelling circumstances. Mention the reasons how the delay has impacted your life, with evidence where appropriate.

Complaints are handled by a different department and puts lot of pressure to make a decision quick.

Obviously, you are well within your rights to make a complaint if HO has taken unnecessary time which is impacting aspects of your daily life and mental health.

PS: Send via post with recorded delivery.

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisat ... -complaint

Whizart wrote: ↑

Fri Dec 18, 2020 9:29 pm

FINALLY! Got my approval today after 7+ Months of distressing wait! Applied SET (LR) on 15th May and received decision email today @15.35pm

Date of Application (Standard service): 15/05/2020
Biometric Reuse email received: 04/07/2020
Documents Submitted to UKVI via UKVCAS website: 12/07/2020
IDV App Invitation email received: 26/08/2020
Facial Image & Other Requirement Submitted via IDV App: 26/08/2020
In Person Biometric Appointment (Dual Submission): 03/09/2020 (Lansdowne road, Croydon / £135)

Caseworker Emails / Other Correspondence:
5/10/2020 - “Complex Issue” Letter received on email: Letter stated due to complex issue cannot make a decision within 6 months, however we will aim to decide the application by Feb 2021. (After 5 months of waiting I didn’t expect this email from HO)
29/10/2020- Wrote to HO to expedite my case due to Family Health Emergency with Medical Evidence (Emailed and Posted via recorded delivery)
5/11/2020 – Caseworker emailed me acknowledging the receipt of my request. However, stated that he cannot make a decision on my case at present as they require more time to consider my case.
16/11/2020 (6 Months Threshold reached) Contacted MP and asked them to request UKVI to expedite my case due to Family Health Emergency.
26/11/2020 – MP received a standard response from UKVI: We aim to process all application within 6 months, however following our assessment on Mr. X case, unfortunately it appears his application will not be processed within the six-month target. This is because his application raises exceptionally complex issues and we require further time to consider his case thoroughly and reach a decision.
30/11/2020 – Filed a complaint online to HO: Stating all reason + how this unreasonable wait time has impacted my personal and professional life.
18/12/2020 – Decision Email received (Email received from livsetdecisionservice@homeoffice.gov.uk undersigned by caseworker)

A BIG thank you to @CULLINAN and @CR001 for all the help and support. I would also like to thank all the other members and legends for their valuable contribution to this forum @poper @ajitu92 @Ameline @iamawonder and others.
I understand the wait could be painful and emotionally draining, but hang in there guys your decision will arrive soon. All the very best for everyone waiting. I wish you all receive a decision in 2020.

Like to sum it up by saying – Alhamduillah.

Whizart wrote: ↑

Fri Dec 18, 2020 9:29 pm

FINALLY! Got my approval today after 7+ Months of distressing wait! Applied SET (LR) on 15th May and received decision email today @15.35pm

Date of Application (Standard service): 15/05/2020
Biometric Reuse email received: 04/07/2020
Documents Submitted to UKVI via UKVCAS website: 12/07/2020
IDV App Invitation email received: 26/08/2020
Facial Image & Other Requirement Submitted via IDV App: 26/08/2020
In Person Biometric Appointment (Dual Submission): 03/09/2020 (Lansdowne road, Croydon / £135)

Caseworker Emails / Other Correspondence:
5/10/2020 - “Complex Issue” Letter received on email: Letter stated due to complex issue cannot make a decision within 6 months, however we will aim to decide the application by Feb 2021. (After 5 months of waiting I didn’t expect this email from HO)
29/10/2020- Wrote to HO to expedite my case due to Family Health Emergency with Medical Evidence (Emailed and Posted via recorded delivery)
5/11/2020 – Caseworker emailed me acknowledging the receipt of my request. However, stated that he cannot make a decision on my case at present as they require more time to consider my case.
16/11/2020 (6 Months Threshold reached) Contacted MP and asked them to request UKVI to expedite my case due to Family Health Emergency.
26/11/2020 – MP received a standard response from UKVI: We aim to process all application within 6 months, however following our assessment on Mr. X case, unfortunately it appears his application will not be processed within the six-month target. This is because his application raises exceptionally complex issues and we require further time to consider his case thoroughly and reach a decision.
30/11/2020 – Filed a complaint online to HO: Stating all reason + how this unreasonable wait time has impacted my personal and professional life.
18/12/2020 – Decision Email received (Email received from livsetdecisionservice@homeoffice.gov.uk undersigned by caseworker)

A BIG thank you to @CULLINAN and @CR001 for all the help and support. I would also like to thank all the other members and legends for their valuable contribution to this forum @poper @ajitu92 @Ameline @iamawonder and others.
I understand the wait could be painful and emotionally draining, but hang in there guys your decision will arrive soon. All the very best for everyone waiting. I wish you all receive a decision in 2020.

Like to sum it up by saying – Alhamduillah.

wayne_321 wrote: ↑

Fri Dec 18, 2020 11:04 pm

What would i do now ?

@CULLINAN and @CR001
Please advise me

Thanks

wayne_321 wrote: ↑

Fri Dec 18, 2020 11:04 pm

Whizart wrote: ↑

Fri Dec 18, 2020 9:29 pm

FINALLY! Got my approval today after 7+ Months of distressing wait! Applied SET (LR) on 15th May and received decision email today @15.35pm

Date of Application (Standard service): 15/05/2020
Biometric Reuse email received: 04/07/2020
Documents Submitted to UKVI via UKVCAS website: 12/07/2020
IDV App Invitation email received: 26/08/2020
Facial Image & Other Requirement Submitted via IDV App: 26/08/2020
In Person Biometric Appointment (Dual Submission): 03/09/2020 (Lansdowne road, Croydon / £135)

Caseworker Emails / Other Correspondence:
5/10/2020 - “Complex Issue” Letter received on email: Letter stated due to complex issue cannot make a decision within 6 months, however we will aim to decide the application by Feb 2021. (After 5 months of waiting I didn’t expect this email from HO)
29/10/2020- Wrote to HO to expedite my case due to Family Health Emergency with Medical Evidence (Emailed and Posted via recorded delivery)
5/11/2020 – Caseworker emailed me acknowledging the receipt of my request. However, stated that he cannot make a decision on my case at present as they require more time to consider my case.
16/11/2020 (6 Months Threshold reached) Contacted MP and asked them to request UKVI to expedite my case due to Family Health Emergency.
26/11/2020 – MP received a standard response from UKVI: We aim to process all application within 6 months, however following our assessment on Mr. X case, unfortunately it appears his application will not be processed within the six-month target. This is because his application raises exceptionally complex issues and we require further time to consider his case thoroughly and reach a decision.
30/11/2020 – Filed a complaint online to HO: Stating all reason + how this unreasonable wait time has impacted my personal and professional life.
18/12/2020 – Decision Email received (Email received from livsetdecisionservice@homeoffice.gov.uk undersigned by caseworker)

A BIG thank you to @CULLINAN and @CR001 for all the help and support. I would also like to thank all the other members and legends for their valuable contribution to this forum @poper @ajitu92 @Ameline @iamawonder and others.
I understand the wait could be painful and emotionally draining, but hang in there guys your decision will arrive soon. All the very best for everyone waiting. I wish you all receive a decision in 2020.

Like to sum it up by saying – Alhamduillah.

Congrats brother

Can you guys help he i applied in April 2020 & i did received complex case email on 23rd September 2020.HO SAID in letter (We expect to make a decision on your application by 27/12/2020, but we will write to you again if this is not going to be possible)

What would i do now ?

@CULLINAN and @CR001
Please advise me

Thanks

ajitu92 wrote: ↑

Fri Dec 18, 2020 10:02 pm

Whizart wrote: ↑

Fri Dec 18, 2020 9:29 pm

FINALLY! Got my approval today after 7+ Months of distressing wait! Applied SET (LR) on 15th May and received decision email today @15.35pm

Date of Application (Standard service): 15/05/2020
Biometric Reuse email received: 04/07/2020
Documents Submitted to UKVI via UKVCAS website: 12/07/2020
IDV App Invitation email received: 26/08/2020
Facial Image & Other Requirement Submitted via IDV App: 26/08/2020
In Person Biometric Appointment (Dual Submission): 03/09/2020 (Lansdowne road, Croydon / £135)

Caseworker Emails / Other Correspondence:
5/10/2020 - “Complex Issue” Letter received on email: Letter stated due to complex issue cannot make a decision within 6 months, however we will aim to decide the application by Feb 2021. (After 5 months of waiting I didn’t expect this email from HO)
29/10/2020- Wrote to HO to expedite my case due to Family Health Emergency with Medical Evidence (Emailed and Posted via recorded delivery)
5/11/2020 – Caseworker emailed me acknowledging the receipt of my request. However, stated that he cannot make a decision on my case at present as they require more time to consider my case.
16/11/2020 (6 Months Threshold reached) Contacted MP and asked them to request UKVI to expedite my case due to Family Health Emergency.
26/11/2020 – MP received a standard response from UKVI: We aim to process all application within 6 months, however following our assessment on Mr. X case, unfortunately it appears his application will not be processed within the six-month target. This is because his application raises exceptionally complex issues and we require further time to consider his case thoroughly and reach a decision.
30/11/2020 – Filed a complaint online to HO: Stating all reason + how this unreasonable wait time has impacted my personal and professional life.
18/12/2020 – Decision Email received (Email received from livsetdecisionservice@homeoffice.gov.uk undersigned by caseworker)

A BIG thank you to @CULLINAN and @CR001 for all the help and support. I would also like to thank all the other members and legends for their valuable contribution to this forum @poper @ajitu92 @Ameline @iamawonder and others.
I understand the wait could be painful and emotionally draining, but hang in there guys your decision will arrive soon. All the very best for everyone waiting. I wish you all receive a decision in 2020.

Like to sum it up by saying – Alhamduillah.

Congratulations mate! I'm glad it all ended well, even after all the hardship! Not going to lie, I did wonder (a day or two ago) what happened to your application/case! Nothing to thank me for, by the way

CULLINAN wrote: ↑

Fri Dec 18, 2020 10:43 pm

Congratulations Whizart!!