I sent the app through in mid February this year. Had my passports returned in May when they said they would contact me when they were ready to look at the application. Got a letter 15/10 asking for passports, statements etc which I sent on 20/10. They turned up yesterday 3/11.
Yesterday I received my passport back with my 5 year stamp in it. It took over 8 months. When they finally did ask for more documentation i.e. 15/10 it was processed very quickly. Good luck to everyone else with their applications and I hope it doesnt take as long as mine.
i submitted my application on 20th february 2008. Last friday I received a letter from HO dated 15th october asking for more documentation around the application i.e. proof that I am still present, evidence of spouses financials etc . That took eight months so who knows how long it will take from he...
