Tips for Entry Clerance

Hi All,

http://ec-hsmp.blogspot.com/2007/11/ec- ... -hsmp.html

1. Mention in your EC covering letter give detail explanation about points
you have claimed for HSMP Previous earining.

2. Apply for EC as soon as you get your HSMP Approval Letter. As If it get rejected you can appeal so that you have enough time for appeal.
If appeal decision don't come under your favour. You have sufficient time
to overcome those points on which rejection happened.
Infact you will save your money. Also if you are appealling sent only copy of documents which you feel support you grounds

3.Do you issue post dated visas?

Yes, up to maximum three months. You need to mention in the application form the date you intend to arrive in the UK. You may also submit a covering letter requesting the Visa Officer for a post dated visa. An applicant must make VFS aware of an intention to travel later. A stamp is placed on the front face of the Visa Application Form to alert the visa officer of your plan

Thanks

Gaurav

Hi Gaurav,

Thanks for the tips.

I didn't write the explanation of points claimed in the cover letter. I simply attached the HSMP proforma. Do you think this may lead to rejection?

I am worried now.

Hi Actually in my case that was the issue I really don't understand they see HSMP Profo Doc or not. So just for safelty

Hi Gaurav,

To the best of my knowledge, post-dated visas are no longer being granted by the UK Consulate.

Can someone who has gone through the EC process recently comment on this?

Regards

I had recently applied for the visa and had asked for post dated visa..,but was only issued visa from the current date.

You are right, I believe they dont issue post dated visa in India.

Nikunj

Thanks Nikunj.

That changes completely changes my EC plans. But at least I will not have surprises now.

Thanks a lot.
hsmppune

Is this a policy change, or is it just because they can't be bothered?

Victoria

Is this a policy change, or is it just because they can't be bothered?

Victoria

Not aware if there is any policy change but never heard anyone issued post dated from India

Nikunj

As per my knowlege post dated Ec is still there in India. One of my friend who applied in the beggining of November got the post dated Visa.

The date you request should be within 3 months of the visa application. Also mention in the additional information column that you wish to travel only by such and such date. So please issue the visa accordingly. Make sure that your accomodation arrangements are according to that.

More details of EC application can be read here.
http://ec-hsmp.blogspot.com/2007/11/ec- ... -hsmp.html

Thanks Gaurav, for providing the tips.

All the best
Paul