What is actually required when applying online?

[wilsono92]

Hi

I will be applying for the ILR Set (M) in a couple of months and it's become apparent that this is all done online only. I have received mixed messages as to what information you need supply. Some saying scanned documents while others saying you need to submit documents after you've completed the online form?

Can someone who has experienced applying online recently, please explain what the steps are and what is required?

Many thanks!!

[CULLINAN]

Hi

I will be applying for the ILR Set (M) in a couple of months and it's become apparent that this is all done online only. I have received mixed messages as to what information you need supply. Some saying scanned documents while others saying you need to submit documents after you've completed the online form?

Can someone who has experienced applying online recently, please explain what the steps are and what is required?

Many thanks!!

Once you apply online, the submission of documents and providing biometrics depends on if you choose existing or new service. Once you choose the new service, you will pay & submit online, then scan and upload your documents and book appointment for verification of documents at UKVCAS centre. They will verify and return all your originial documents.
If you choose existing service, you will have to post HO original documents and provide biometrics at a post office.

[wilsono92]

Hi

Thanks for the reply. Assuming this "new service" is more expensive but quicker via the UKVACS centre? And is posting the documents as a second option is much like when applying for previous applications?

Lastly, is there any additional costs when applying for the postal service (excluding send your post and paying for the biometrics)?

Many thanks!

[CULLINAN]

Hi

Thanks for the reply. Assuming this "new service" is more expensive but quicker via the UKVACS centre? And is posting the documents as a second option is much like when applying for previous applications?
Its not more expensive or quicker. You have to pay the same fees. The only cost is IF you opt for a paid appointment for biometrics (incase you need next day). Otherwise, there are free appointments available also. So the costs are the same.

Lastly, is there any additional costs when applying for the postal service (excluding send your post and paying for the biometrics)?

The costs are the same for existing or new service

You have to know that the only cost with new service is if you have to pay for your appointment i.e. if you choose enhanced centres or next day/evening/weekend appointments.

Of the 57 UKVCAS centres, 6 are core service centres which offer free appointments. The 6 core centres will be in Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Cardiff, Belfast and Croydon.

If you can attend one of the above, you can opt for free appointments.

Many thanks!

[CULLINAN]

With the new service you get to keep the originals and you get 45 working days to book an appointment (after you submit application) at UKVCAS centre where you provide biometrics and verification of documents at the same time.

Note: The date of online submission is the date of application so only submit when you are in the qualifying period.

[wilsono92]

Thanks for confirming all this, slightly different from previous applications!

Once last question..if using the "new service" which entails verifying documents at the centre, do they scan the documents there or must you send scan copies prior, when submitting the application online. Sorry, wasn't clear on this,I don't really want to scan all my documents in case they scan them there and then!

Thanks!

[CULLINAN]

Thanks for confirming all this, slightly different from previous applications!

Once last question..if using the "new service" which entails verifying documents at the centre, do they scan the documents there or must you send scan copies prior, when submitting the application online. Sorry, wasn't clear on this,I don't really want to scan all my documents in case they scan them there and then!

Thanks!

The centre can scan for you at an additional cost.

[wilsono92]

Thanks. Any idea on the cost?

[CULLINAN]

Thanks. Any idea on the cost?

Not sure. Refer to:

https://www.ukvcas.co.uk/home-internal

[wilsono92]

Thanks very much for all your help! Much appreciated!