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by bookerw100
Mon Feb 07, 2022 10:20 am
Forum: Other countries
Topic: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
Replies: 5612
Views: 1541623

Re: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)

Kumar11 wrote:
Sat Feb 05, 2022 8:01 am
Hi , do we need to submit the original British passport on the day of appointment.? Or is it just they verify and give it back to us? Thanks
YEs, You have to submit your original British passport as well. I got mine back within 4 days.
by bookerw100
Tue Jan 25, 2022 1:19 pm
Forum: Other countries
Topic: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
Replies: 5612
Views: 1541623

Re: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)

Hi I submitted my OCI application on Monday in Manchester but have had no acknowledgement yet, is that normal? Hi, Have you checked in status inquiry on OCI website. I did not receive any email for acknowledgement but status changed after few days of submission. Thanks Good shout, I checked online ...
by bookerw100
Mon Jan 24, 2022 10:11 am
Forum: Other countries
Topic: After British citizenship OCI vs Tourist Visa
Replies: 21
Views: 1793

Re: After British citizenship OCI vs Tourist Visa

Note, British citizens are not eligible for e-visa , it has to be an appointment. Not sure of the logic behind it but thats what it is at the moment I read somewhere a while ago, but I can't recall where that the Indian government is attempting to reciprocate the UK's tough conditions for Indian vi...
by bookerw100
Thu Jan 20, 2022 2:43 pm
Forum: Other countries
Topic: After British citizenship OCI vs Tourist Visa
Replies: 21
Views: 1793

Re: After British citizenship OCI vs Tourist Visa

Dear bookerw100 , Thanks for your response. Address Proof: Does not the UK passport have the address? Can't we use that as Address proof? - Nope, address is not mentioned on a British passport, use your drivers license or a utility bill Sorry you mean 2 prepaid A4 Envelopes ? No I mean those grey s...
by bookerw100
Thu Jan 20, 2022 2:40 pm
Forum: Other countries
Topic: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
Replies: 5612
Views: 1541623

Re: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)

Hi I submitted my OCI application on Monday in Manchester but have had no acknowledgement yet, is that normal? Hi, Have you checked in status inquiry on OCI website. I did not receive any email for acknowledgement but status changed after few days of submission. Thanks Good shout, I checked online ...
by bookerw100
Thu Jan 20, 2022 1:33 pm
Forum: Other countries
Topic: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
Replies: 5612
Views: 1541623

Re: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)

Hi I submitted my OCI application on Monday in Manchester but have had no acknowledgement yet, is that normal?
by bookerw100
Wed Jan 19, 2022 10:56 am
Forum: Other countries
Topic: After British citizenship OCI vs Tourist Visa
Replies: 21
Views: 1793

Re: After British citizenship OCI vs Tourist Visa

Dear Members, We ( Myself along with India born child) will be applying for British Passport next week after my ceremony. If all goes well I should receive the passport by Mid February We intent to travel by March/April 2022. Can you kindly advice what would the best options : OCI or to apply for t...
by bookerw100
Wed Jan 19, 2022 10:52 am
Forum: Other countries
Topic: After British citizenship OCI vs Tourist Visa
Replies: 21
Views: 1793

Re: After British citizenship OCI vs Tourist Visa

Dear @Prem, All Thanks for your response. Its only myself along with 2 kids who are going to apply surrender/apply for OCI. Wife is on ILR. Can you confirm what all documents are required for 1. surrender of passport : Original passport, photocopies of passport 2. OCI For Child do we have a format/...
by bookerw100
Fri Jan 14, 2022 2:14 pm
Forum: Other countries
Topic: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
Replies: 5612
Views: 1541623

Re: Urgent - Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)

Urgent - I have been struggling to get letter of employment from my company, HR being a complete pain. Can I use my contract of employment which was signed 2 years ago with the latest payslip or will that not be enough? I need to make a judgement call whether I cancel my appointment for the coming ...
by bookerw100
Fri Jan 14, 2022 9:33 am
Forum: Other countries
Topic: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
Replies: 5612
Views: 1541623

Urgent - Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)

Marriage certificate is required to endorse partner's name in OCI. Like in Indian passport you have the parents names and spouse name. Urgent - I have been struggling to get letter of employment from my company, HR being a complete pain. Can I use my contract of employment which was signed 2 years ...
by bookerw100
Tue Jan 04, 2022 1:30 pm
Forum: Other countries
Topic: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
Replies: 5612
Views: 1541623

Re: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)

Hi Does anyone have an example of a letter of employment for OCI that they have used recently? Also Is it definitely required or can we use just payslips? Hi, Yes it is required as mandatory document. I provided both a letter and a recent pay slip. The format of letter I used was following: To whom...
by bookerw100
Tue Jan 04, 2022 12:46 pm
Forum: Other countries
Topic: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
Replies: 5612
Views: 1541623

Re: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)

Hi Does anyone have an example of a letter of employment for OCI that they have used recently? Also Is it definitely required or can we use just payslips? Hi, Yes it is required as mandatory document. I provided both a letter and a recent pay slip. The format of letter I used was following: To whom...
by bookerw100
Tue Jan 04, 2022 10:02 am
Forum: Other countries
Topic: OCI Application Experience
Replies: 46
Views: 12784

Re: OCI Application Experience

Can I use the contract for my current employment which was signed 2 years ago but I am still with the same company or do I need a fresh letter?
by bookerw100
Tue Jan 04, 2022 9:55 am
Forum: Other countries
Topic: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
Replies: 5612
Views: 1541623

Re: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)

Hi
Does anyone have an example of a letter of employment for OCI that they have used recently?

Also Is it definitely required or can we use just payslips?
by bookerw100
Tue Nov 02, 2021 3:28 pm
Forum: Other countries
Topic: Entry visa to India
Replies: 10
Views: 1489

Re: Entry visa to India

durga wrote:
Fri Oct 22, 2021 10:55 am
Today got my daughter's Entry visa, it took us 2 weeks 2 days.
is it an e-visa or do we have physically go somewhere to get it?
by bookerw100
Wed Oct 13, 2021 10:58 am
Forum: Canada forum
Topic: Gift deed for proof of funds
Replies: 0
Views: 2887

Gift deed for proof of funds

Hi my brother and his wife have recently been invited to apply to settle using the Canada PNP programme. Part of the application is they have to show funds that they have access to support themselves. So to fulfill this requirement I transferred the whole amount to them as gift in end of May. So jus...
by bookerw100
Tue Oct 12, 2021 2:18 pm
Forum: Other countries
Topic: Indian tourist visa back?!
Replies: 0
Views: 507

Indian tourist visa back?!

I have been reading that India is finally opening up for tourists. But apparently only for chartered flights from 15th October and normal flights from mid November.. Is that everyone else's understanding as well?
by bookerw100
Wed Sep 29, 2021 8:47 am
Forum: Other countries
Topic: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
Replies: 5612
Views: 1541623

Re: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)

bookerw100 wrote:
Mon Sep 27, 2021 7:47 am
Hi peeps,

I am looking to apply for my OCI. Do they keep your BRitish passport with them when you apply for OCI or not? I am asking as I might need to travel.looking to apply but also need to travel
can someone please advise.
by bookerw100
Mon Sep 27, 2021 7:47 am
Forum: Other countries
Topic: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
Replies: 5612
Views: 1541623

Re: Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)

Hi peeps,

I am looking to apply for my OCI. Do they keep your BRitish passport with them when you apply for OCI or not? I am asking as I might need to travel.looking to apply but also need to travel
by bookerw100
Fri Sep 24, 2021 1:48 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: ILR via spouse route
Replies: 5
Views: 306

Re: ILR via spouse route

Thanks, will UK taught Masters degree be okay for it?
by bookerw100
Fri Sep 24, 2021 1:37 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: ILR via spouse route
Replies: 5
Views: 306

Re: ILR via spouse route

Thanks, so essentially all the same docs as per the extension plus additional LIUK test?
by bookerw100
Fri Sep 24, 2021 11:04 am
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: ILR via spouse route
Replies: 5
Views: 306

ILR via spouse route

Hi my wife recently got her spouse visa extension and she will be eligible for ILR around the end of 2023. We just wanted to plan ahead for it to avoid issues closer to the time. Can someone please send me a link of which ILR she would be applying for and what documents will be needed. Do they ask f...
by bookerw100
Tue Sep 21, 2021 8:01 am
Forum: Immigration for family members
Topic: Spouse Visa extension
Replies: 43
Views: 2473

Re: Spouse Visa extension

Let me know so we can prepare in advance. thanks
by bookerw100
Tue Sep 21, 2021 8:00 am
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: Immigration advise ILR University Fees
Replies: 14
Views: 747

Re: Immigration advise ILR University Fees

Heres'a an idea: is it possible for you to change universities? If so, show your new ILR status to the new university and ask if you transfer to them will they accept you as a home student.
by bookerw100
Sun Sep 19, 2021 10:27 am
Forum: Immigration for family members
Topic: **NEW** FLR(M) - TIMELINES ONLY
Replies: 1197
Views: 458769

Re: **NEW** FLR(M) - TIMELINES ONLY

Application Type: FLR(M) Standard Service spouse visa extension. Date application submitted: 10/08/2021 Documents uploaded & submitted via UKVCAS: 24/08/2021 Biometrics on: 26/08/2021 Email that decision cannot be made within 8 week service standard: N/A Decision of Application: 19/09/2021 via email...
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