Refused : what to do now

I applied for a Tier 1 (General) visa as a switch from a Limited Leave to Remain as a postgraduate doctor but it has been refused for reasons that I did not provide the appropriate evidence for Previous earnings (hence UK experience) and also Maintenance(funds).

I did not inundate the UKBA with 12 payslips and bank statements as I thought my P60, one payslip and a bankstatement were sufficient but I was clearly wrong.

I do not mind accepting it as my fault for the evidence of Previous Earnings but I am sorely disappointed that a mistake has been made for my proof of Maintenance (funds) as it was stated that there were gaps on my statements for 90 days when there were clearly none and I submitted my statements dated 01/04/2010 - 19/07/2010.

I have called and the UKBA and was adviced to fax a letter to the case worker in Sheffield on 0114 207 2536 but have not heard back in 3 working days.

I'd just appreciate some advice as to
1 - How do I get hold of that case worker to discuss if my other payslips can be sent in (it unfortunately said that I could not appeal the decision but I am keen to try?)

2 - should I just send in the other documents for pay as proof to the Sheffield PO Box 3468 addressed to the named case worker ?

3 - should i get hold of a solicitor

4 - should i reapply? (it is so EXPENSIVE!)

thank you

Wait till you hear back from Case Worker. It was a terrible mistake and yes indeed a costly one as it seems like you are heading towards a fresh application.

IMHO, no point in chasing the caseworker if you know for sure that the evidence(s) for earnings were not as per specified requirements.

Every applicant refused for not submitting necessary documents will then try this route to get his/her application approved - by sending the necessary documentation after the application has been refused!

Apply afresh.


regards