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by gorajim
Mon Dec 17, 2007 4:19 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: NARIC- a must?
Replies: 6
Views: 1932

Hiya, While the onus of proof lies with the applicant, you can rest assured that both IIMs and IITs are part of the NARIC database (this is despite the fact that all IIMs only provide a PGDM and not an "MBA"). I would not have applied for a NARIC CoC. However, the final decision is yours. Doesn't ha...
by gorajim
Fri Dec 14, 2007 10:17 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Doupt in FLR
Replies: 2
Views: 1002

Hi, For FLR (HSMP), you need: 1. Passport(s). 2. Photographs. 3. Atleast 3 months' Bank Statements showing you have enough funds to support yourself for a reasonable period. 4. Marriage Certificate, if applicable. 5. Birth Certificates, if applicable. 6. Your HSMP reference number. 7. Your work perm...
by gorajim
Thu Dec 13, 2007 2:19 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Refiling Time Gap
Replies: 1
Views: 583

Hiya,

HSMP is not a test of knowledge... its a test of eligibility. It is upto the applicant to provide enough evidence to support the claim.

Therefore, there is no gap for reapplication. Each new application is mutually exclusive and independent of the earlier.

Cheers.
by gorajim
Thu Dec 13, 2007 12:40 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Workpermit to hsmp
Replies: 5
Views: 1237

Hi jagankumar, The way you describe your payslips, they seem original and they can be used as they are (without sign or stamp). Please get the "A4" thought out of your mind. Payslips need not be on A4 sized paper. I myself receive payslips that are about A5 sized, but are Original hardcopies and not...
by gorajim
Thu Dec 13, 2007 9:18 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Info on Biometric Visa prcoess from 12th
Replies: 3
Views: 1243

This is very useful info. Thanks mate.
by gorajim
Thu Dec 13, 2007 9:13 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: How many points do we need for hsmp extension after 2 years
Replies: 1
Views: 853

Hiya,

Your points for extension will ideally depend on the prevailing HSMP rules at the time of extension - say, two years down the line.

E.g., someone applying for an extension now, will require a minimum of 75 points and demonstrate knowledge of English language.

Cheers.
by gorajim
Thu Dec 13, 2007 9:05 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Do I need to choose country of 1st secondment
Replies: 3
Views: 779

Hiya,

In theory, you should claim points for your earnings in the UK since you spent the majority of your 12 months in the UK.

Cheers.
by gorajim
Thu Dec 13, 2007 12:18 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Help Please: HO Is not considering FLR (HSMP) Application
Replies: 8
Views: 1993

Hi inlondon2005, Only the following category of Visaholders can switch in-country from their existing leave to HSMP LtR: • a work permit holder; • a student who has successfully obtained a degree qualification on a recognised degree course at either a United Kingdom publicly funded further or hi...
by gorajim
Wed Dec 12, 2007 1:31 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: please help
Replies: 2
Views: 794

Hiya, I'd play my cards very very carefully... Remember, you still need a favourable decision... its not like you don't care anymore... write with the aim in mind... if you step on the wrong nerve, you are back to square one. Write to them stating the immense distress this delay is causing you - in ...
by gorajim
Wed Dec 12, 2007 1:10 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: can i apply student extension and hsmp same time
Replies: 7
Views: 1705

Hiya, How do you intend to provide your age proof? The only situation where you will need to passport is when you need to provide age proof for HSMP using the notarised copy of the personal page of the passport and you have not already done so. Other than this situation, you don't require your passp...
by gorajim
Tue Dec 11, 2007 9:01 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: EC timelines when applied within UK
Replies: 2
Views: 696

Hi, Guess you should start using the right terminology. EC stands for Entry Clearance and is applicable when you are outside the UK and wish to gain entry. If you are within the UK, you apply using the form FLR (HSMP) and the timelines for this is anytime between 2 to 14 weeks. There is no clearcut ...
by gorajim
Mon Dec 10, 2007 11:46 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Can HSMP dependent move to work permit
Replies: 10
Views: 3406

Madanrm,

You can't apply for a WP yourself... your prospective employer needs to do it for you... but yes, it is possible.

Cheers.
by gorajim
Mon Dec 10, 2007 11:42 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Couple of Questions - I'm newbie pls help
Replies: 1
Views: 714

Hiya, From your post, it looks like you are claiming points in the following categories: 1. Age: Evidence in the form of: a. Original Birth Certificate - you are providing this already b. Also submit notarised copy of your Driving Licence or your passport. If you are submitting your passport, you ne...
by gorajim
Mon Dec 10, 2007 4:41 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Going to Apply HSMP - Need Help
Replies: 4
Views: 998

Now that you found this forum, Y-Axis (or any similar consultant - nothing personal about Y-Axis) will be a bad expense. This forum has more resources than most consultants and you have the expert guidance of OISC registered Imm. consultants like Victoria to guide you. Had you not found this forum, ...
by gorajim
Mon Dec 10, 2007 4:34 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Company Seal on Salary Slip
Replies: 1
Views: 762

The salary slips need to be signed by a competent authority in your organisation and stamped with the organisation seal. This authority need not necessarily be the Finance Dept. - most companies have a separate payroll department which may / may not have any link to the Finance department. It is bes...
by gorajim
Mon Dec 10, 2007 4:29 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: HSMP FLR Fradulent Rejection!
Replies: 8
Views: 1952

Hiya, You say you are completing your studies. Were you living in a hostel and/or registered for a hostel when you joined your university? Any reason why you submitted a FLR from Mumbai? FLR is normally submitted in-country. Did you mention your wife's name in the application as a dependant? If not,...
by gorajim
Mon Dec 10, 2007 4:24 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: 14 weeks passed no reply. senior members please help
Replies: 9
Views: 1993

Hiya, There is no apparent reason for the delay. Guess you need to follow-up persistently with them. Can you submit another Urgent Treatment form? What is the significance of an Urgent Treatment form is they don't act on it with quickly? I thought with an urgent treatment form, they either say a "Ye...
by gorajim
Sun Dec 09, 2007 8:53 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: are bonuses a part of previous earning calculation
Replies: 5
Views: 1667

Hi, If the bonus is declared in the salary slip for the month and included in your tax calculation, it is accepted as salary. So is any other amount that is included in the salary slips - e.g., performance incentives, other perks and allowances. It should not be on 13th payslip, if you know what I m...
by gorajim
Sun Dec 09, 2007 8:47 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Workpermit to hsmp
Replies: 5
Views: 1237

If the payslips are Original (as opposed to photocopies) and on a company letter, they are accepted by the HO, irrespective of whether they are on A4 paper or otherwise. If the payslips are electronically generated and transmitted to you by email, and you take a print-out on a standard A4 sheet pape...
by gorajim
Sun Dec 09, 2007 2:43 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Newborn Travelling to home country
Replies: 2
Views: 1118

Hi, I know for certain it is perfectly okay to apply for the visa from India. It takes the same amount of time as with any other visa... as long as the documentation is in order. The actual documents: You may want to confirm this with the VFS there, but as far as I'm aware, you need to provide enoug...
by gorajim
Sun Dec 09, 2007 2:20 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Doubt regarding SARAL form
Replies: 4
Views: 1056

Hiya, If you apply now (say, in December 2007 or Jan 2008, before the new regulations come into force), it is fairly clear that your SARAL does not cover the 12 months of consideration. There you need to provide the following documents to claim points in the previous earnings section: 1. 12 months' ...
by gorajim
Sun Dec 09, 2007 10:20 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Doubt regarding SARAL form
Replies: 4
Views: 1056

Hi, Your question isn't very clear - 1. Why doesn't your SARAL show the Gross salary? SARAL usually has a row for the Gross Salary and builds up the deductions to arrive at your taxable salary and thus your tax. 2. You say it shows salary you are charged ... did you mean the salary you are paid ? Wh...
by gorajim
Sat Dec 08, 2007 8:48 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Refusal of hsmp on english language but scored 85 points
Replies: 30
Views: 6309

Hiya, Don't bother going for a review. Simply take the IELTS and reapply. Hopefully every other criteria except age will remain the same. However, you can still achieve the required 75 points and maybe successful in your application. IMHO, a review is a waste of time. The result shouldn't be any dif...
by gorajim
Fri Dec 07, 2007 10:13 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: hsmp APPROVED FOR 5 YEARS
Replies: 22
Views: 5143

SYH:

Sorry mate. Your message seemed to glorify whats-his-name's insinuations. Didn't seem like you were referring to his handle.

Cheers.
by gorajim
Thu Dec 06, 2007 10:10 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: I have a visit visa for UK and HSMP approval
Replies: 1
Views: 664

Gordon is right. Only the following categories can switch in-country: • a work permit holder; • a student who has successfully obtained a degree qualification on a recognised degree course at either a United Kingdom publicly funded further or higher education institution or a bona fide United Ki...
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