They keep electronic records. https://www.immigrationboards.com/general-uk-immigration-forum/how-long-does-ho-keep-records-for-t211505.html So yes, they will definitely still have records of your visitor visa (which you have overstayed) application you made to come to the UK in 2012 and they definit...

Suggest make two separate applications then.

Very high risk of refusal, which will also shut the door to any future visitor visas for her to the uk. It is the hardest visa to get since the rules were toughened in July 2012 and has a very very low success rate since then. Those who have been successful, have only been so through very expensive,...

1) On a referee declaration, it says I have to glue my picture with backside signed not sure how they can see my sign and name once it will be glued? In case HO asks for the original, it is to match it up if the photo comes off the application for any reason. 2) What photo do I need to attach to th...

Topics merged!! Please keep all your questions in on topic.

Can she apply for BC straightaway

Yes, if she meets all the requirements to apply based on 3 years residence, including the absence limit and being physically present in the UK exactly 3 years before the date she applies.

she has to wait for one year?

No.

The files you upload have a size limit of 6mb.

That's great. Who must the letter be addressed to? The Home Office? Thanks The Entry Clearance Officer UK Visas and lmmigration Sheffield S3 8NU United Kingdom (Since this is sent electronically /scanned not sure of appropriateness of including PO Box) They are NOT applying for an entry clearance v...

Nothing 'shady'. If you have left your current tier 2 sponsor and a new tier 2 change of employer is rejected, you have to stop working, as clearly stated in the COVID-19 update. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-advice-for-uk-visa-applicants-and-temporary-uk-residents If you’ve appli...

Quick question if we were not able to get the Test before the expiry date on the visa will this be a problem is there any COVID-19 circumstances acceptance? He needs to do the LIUK test before his biometric appointment date. LIUK is mandatory and if not submitted, ILR will be refused. and he has do...

Hello, Due to circumstances I have to changed one of my referee which I gave in the online application form. I am going to provide new referee letter while submitting my document with a cover a letter explaining the reason of change. I was wondering is there any example official cover letter that I...

IHS fee is payable. You will likely be notified by email to pay the IHS.

Due to covid I lost the job, while applying for Ilr for my wife do I need payslip or job.

There is no requirement to prove your income for a dependent ILR.

My concern is what if Home Office rejects the application submitted to work for new employer ? as practically my current sponsor-er have to withdraw sponsoring me before I jump the ship across. Then you would have a problem. Your current sponsor only has to inform HO within 10 days AFTER your last ...

Hello There, I have applied through my solicitor with my wife in April and last week did my biometric and documents upload. Anyone here got decision who applied in April? My questions is: 1. Does it make sense to send follow up email HO? if yes what is a best email? 2. My solicitor didn't upload do...

do I still need everything I supplied for the entry clearance again for applying for the extension visa? No, assuming you are referring to whatsapp chat, photos etc etc. Such as; ◦ Letter from landlord ◦ Water bills, electricity bills You need two years evidence of cohabitation in both names from 3...

To apply Citizenship, we should not be out of UK 450 days in continuous 5 years of completion and 90 days in the year ( 6th year ) which we'll be eligible to apply Citizenship. Citizenship is based on the 5 years immediately preceding the date of application and not 6 years. So, my question that 45...

As per my previous posts my current visa (tier 5 youth mobility) expires on the 28th of August. I currently have a flight booked to Italy for a holiday and was planning to return and re-enter the UK on a tourist visa (NZ passports can stay for upto 6 months). You risk being denied entry to the UK w...

It is indeed very frustrating to see people who registered on end of May to be able to book appointments and enrol biometrics. UKVCAS has been talking about fairness in their announcements but I don't see how this is fair. When they chose us for biometric reuse, we should be able to submit our PHOT...

We are at a loss re: next steps as we do not want to get to a point where the application submitted is just cancelled because we haven't got an appointment (and suddenly her visa will not be valid) Is there any specific legal immigration advice that we should follow in this scenario? Many thanks It...