I am not sure if there is any easy solution to this situation. Moderators do delete non-timeline/chit chat/Q&A type posts but it has become an extremely non value-add task. So we have to rely on members to apply judgement and considerations while posting into the 'timeline only' threads. Moderators ...
Dear All, Thanks for your help and support. I am now applying fresh application for my father. I am attaching extra documents which were the cause of objection in last refusal here http://www.immigrationboards.com/general-uk-immigration-forum/father-got-visa-refused-family-visa-t182052.html#p115579...
I would also like to know if the OCI booklet needs to be refreshed as my passport is coming up for renewal very soon. I have read that people travelling with a new passport have had to carry their old passport + OCI booklet and encountered no problems. However, I really hope they will simplify the ...
if you are not travelling with her, then she will need to apply for normal schegen tourist visa - by paying the full visa fee and submitting all documents. even if you were travelling together, a visa would have been recommended (to avoid any hassle with travel especially with airlines). However in ...
a visitor visa is usually issued for 6 months even the duration of stay is much less. however you also need to consider: 1) in the initial application, the applicant stated her intention to stay for 5 months; offcourse travel plan and intentions change but if she states only 15 days stay now, this "...
6. applicant's cover letter is very important. please ensure she clarifies all points listed in the refusal letter. make this as compelling as possible. 1, 2 - you can just provide one letter - invitation-cum-sponsorship. you may also use this letter to clarify /confirm the family relationship (#2) ...
There are few points in #3 that need to be considered on your next application Clarify the current situation and previous employment in india – e.g. supported by mother, left employment in Dec for upcoming engagement/marriage etc. Include relevant supporting papers (e.g. letter from mother, her fina...
do you intend to support her financially or only extending accommodation? as per the refusal letter, it seems you only sponsored accommodation in leeds. how will she meet other expenses during the lengthy 5 month trip? does her mom receive income from employement or other sources? is she (her mom) a...
few questions - as your cousin has left her employment, who current supports her in India?
is there any evidence of the planned marriage? such as engagement photos etc? will your cousin be able to include a letter from the prospective groom?
Subject to current nationality laws, I would travel with current passport (and ILR) and apply for British Passport after return.
However you might receive your British passport just in time before travel (assuming you apply immediately after naturalisation).
the report was written in 2013 so quite outdated in terms of PIO and OCI matters but your concerns has already been addressed within the article itself: ........you can get some of these rights, namely legal claims to property and enjoy economic, financial and educational parity with resident Indian...