UKVCAS Super Priority Service

[Gdeep52]

Hi everyone
I visited Birmingham core centre for my appointment on 29th of December for spouse visa extension under super priority service but I still haven’t heard anything from home Office or even any email confirming that they have received my application.
Just can’t understand what’s the use of opting for super priority service and paying them so much

Exactly the same boat as you, visited the premium lounge in London on the 27th December for first spouse extension (I thought straightforward - pure long-term employment income, etc) and have heard nothing.

I still have the "Remove File" option within UKVCAS - do you? I'm worried my application hasn't even been sent over yet.. but I don't know what it's supposed to look like when it is.

Yes I also have the option of Remove file
I was told at the centre that I will receive an email by maximum early Wednesday morning

[tier21419]

Is this delay to all application types e.g. SET(M), SET(O), etc or just some? Which type of applications are experiencing more delays?

[preet8899]

I have been following the forum since Nov.
The delays are not bound to any type of application as far we can see.
Other senior members can confirm that.

[fauji74]

I have been following the forum since Nov.
The delays are not bound to any type of application as far we can see.
Other senior members can confirm that.

Agreed - it is all completely random.

[preet8899]

There used to be status check service which could be of great help in the current situation.
At least we would know if the application is being looked at or something.

[fauji74]

There used to be status check service which could be of great help in the current situation.
At least we would know if the application is being looked at or something.

That would be priceless!

I am surprised that the introduction of a new IT system has not included such a service!

More that the delay, it is the complete lack of communications / status updates from UKVI or Sopra Steria that is causing anxiety for many of us.

[tier21419]

I have been following the forum since Nov.
The delays are not bound to any type of application as far we can see.
Other senior members can confirm that.

Agreed - it is all completely random.

That is strange! I hope UKVI will sort this out soon.
I think as as now most of the applicants are able to get super priority service and the number of case workers might be same as before, so there is too much work for them. Previously, only a certain number of premium appointments were released.

[Gdeep52]

Hi everyone
I just got email from case worker that I have been granted spouse visa extension just to let everyone I didn’t receive any confirmation email for my application submission so hopefully those who are waiting will get positive decision soon

[prejay]

Hi everyone
I just got email from case worker that I have been granted spouse visa extension just to let everyone I didn’t receive any confirmation email for my application submission so hopefully those who are waiting will get positive decision soon

Amazing congrats.

Would you be able to share which phone number / emails you escalated via? That would be really helpful!

[Gdeep52]

I never escalated or emailed anyone

[prejay]

I never escalated or emailed anyone

Apologies, I misread and thought you did.

To give me some peace of mind - is the "Remove File" open now gone from your UKVCAS account as it's been reviewed/approved etc - or is that option still here?

[mil10cv]

got an email now to say a decision has been made and i will get the letter in post. date applied for super priorty was 18th dec. no confirmation letter or any other communication before. hopefully the decision will be a positive one, application was for set o for ilr. i will update u guys soon

[SidG]

Hi Vibe
My current employer has given job continuity letter and yes that's signed by head HR.

Hi Folks,
Got my approval letter today from home office. Such a relief this is!
For benefits of others my case is as follows:
Paid for super priority appointment: 16Dec
Attended appointment at Manchester library : 22Dec
Decision made by UKVI: 24Dec(within 24hrs)
Approval letter received by post: 2Jan (within 5working days) with NO confirmation Email.
Mine was ILR application- Set O Tier 2 (General) after 5years of sponsorship with 2 different companies (changed employer in-between so have 2 COS)
Other info: As I've haven't received any email about the decision and my online application was not freezed after appointment - I was linking this to the delay. Called up Sopra call centre this morning (after holding line for 78mins) and they have confirmed that despite the fact that documents are not freezed they have forwarded my case to home office on 22Dec itself after biometrics appointment. Documents which has been uploaded/available till the date of biometrics is being send to UKVI and after that addition/deletion of docs have Zero impact on the case.
I sincerely wish all others you are waiting should get thier affirmative decision soon.
Let me know if anybody has any other questions!!!
This forum is such a support to me, thank you all.

Hey sidg congrats on your approval. Can you please tell me what company delivered your letter and was it signed for ?

[preet8899]

Hi SidG,
I think vibe123 was referring to the approval letter you received i.e. whether it was delivered by Royal Mail signed for or DX delivery.

Hi Vibe
My current employer has given job continuity letter and yes that's signed by head HR.

Hi Folks,
Got my approval letter today from home office. Such a relief this is!
For benefits of others my case is as follows:
Paid for super priority appointment: 16Dec
Attended appointment at Manchester library : 22Dec
Decision made by UKVI: 24Dec(within 24hrs)
Approval letter received by post: 2Jan (within 5working days) with NO confirmation Email.
Mine was ILR application- Set O Tier 2 (General) after 5years of sponsorship with 2 different companies (changed employer in-between so have 2 COS)
Other info: As I've haven't received any email about the decision and my online application was not freezed after appointment - I was linking this to the delay. Called up Sopra call centre this morning (after holding line for 78mins) and they have confirmed that despite the fact that documents are not freezed they have forwarded my case to home office on 22Dec itself after biometrics appointment. Documents which has been uploaded/available till the date of biometrics is being send to UKVI and after that addition/deletion of docs have Zero impact on the case.
I sincerely wish all others you are waiting should get thier affirmative decision soon.
Let me know if anybody has any other questions!!!
This forum is such a support to me, thank you all.

Hey sidg congrats on your approval. Can you please tell me what company delivered your letter and was it signed for ?

[vibe123]

Hi Vibe
My current employer has given job continuity letter and yes that's signed by head HR.

Hi Folks,
Got my approval letter today from home office. Such a relief this is!
For benefits of others my case is as follows:
Paid for super priority appointment: 16Dec
Attended appointment at Manchester library : 22Dec
Decision made by UKVI: 24Dec(within 24hrs)
Approval letter received by post: 2Jan (within 5working days) with NO confirmation Email.
Mine was ILR application- Set O Tier 2 (General) after 5years of sponsorship with 2 different companies (changed employer in-between so have 2 COS)
Other info: As I've haven't received any email about the decision and my online application was not freezed after appointment - I was linking this to the delay. Called up Sopra call centre this morning (after holding line for 78mins) and they have confirmed that despite the fact that documents are not freezed they have forwarded my case to home office on 22Dec itself after biometrics appointment. Documents which has been uploaded/available till the date of biometrics is being send to UKVI and after that addition/deletion of docs have Zero impact on the case.
I sincerely wish all others you are waiting should get thier affirmative decision soon.
Let me know if anybody has any other questions!!!
This forum is such a support to me, thank you all.

Hey sidg congrats on your approval. Can you please tell me what company delivered your letter and was it signed for ?

Hi Sid. I was asking about delivary company, if it was Royal mail or DX ? Thanks

[SidiBou]

Congrats to those of you who received the good news today. It sounds encouraging to see more people getting the letter/email communication today.

As far as I’m concerned I’m still waiting since the 17th of December but I’m trying to stay optimistic. I will keep you posted and hoping from all to do the same.

SidiBou
Thanks!

[Incognito123]

Hi All,

Does the delay has anything to do with the premium centres which we have attended?

Also does writing to the local MP help? How many of us have tried it and got positive result?

My details:
Premium service center: Wakefield Library
Attended appointment on : 06 Dec
ILR application- Set (O) Tier 2 after 5years of sponsorship visa

Escalated to HO twice and emailed once. Got the standard email response.

Hoping for a positive result !

[allyf]

Hi Vibe
My current employer has given job continuity letter and yes that's signed by head HR.

Hi Folks,
Got my approval letter today from home office. Such a relief this is!
For benefits of others my case is as follows:
Paid for super priority appointment: 16Dec
Attended appointment at Manchester library : 22Dec
Decision made by UKVI: 24Dec(within 24hrs)
Approval letter received by post: 2Jan (within 5working days) with NO confirmation Email.
Mine was ILR application- Set O Tier 2 (General) after 5years of sponsorship with 2 different companies (changed employer in-between so have 2 COS)
Other info: As I've haven't received any email about the decision and my online application was not freezed after appointment - I was linking this to the delay. Called up Sopra call centre this morning (after holding line for 78mins) and they have confirmed that despite the fact that documents are not freezed they have forwarded my case to home office on 22Dec itself after biometrics appointment. Documents which has been uploaded/available till the date of biometrics is being send to UKVI and after that addition/deletion of docs have Zero impact on the case.
I sincerely wish all others you are waiting should get thier affirmative decision soon.
Let me know if anybody has any other questions!!!
This forum is such a support to me, thank you all.

Hey sidg congrats on your approval. Can you please tell me what company delivered your letter and was it signed for ?

Hi Sid. I was asking about delivary company, if it was Royal mail or DX ? Thanks

For me the approval letter came by Royal Mail (needed signature for letter) and the BRP came via DX courier (signature also requires). Hope that helps

[vibe123]

Hi Vibe
My current employer has given job continuity letter and yes that's signed by head HR.

Hey sidg congrats on your approval. Can you please tell me what company delivered your letter and was it signed for ?

Hi Sid. I was asking about delivary company, if it was Royal mail or DX ? Thanks

For me the approval letter came by Royal Mail (needed signature for letter) and the BRP came via DX courier (signature also requires). Hope that helps

Thanks Allyf thats very helpful

[Mrunal]

Hi All:

I attended my biometrics appointment on 26th Nov and had not received any communications. I have called the HO for 4th time and I was told to e-mail send an e-mail to the following address:

applyonlineE-support@homeoffice.gov.uk

Has anyone less been told the same? During my last escalation on 20th Dec I was told my only option was to write a complaint which I did. I am now being told to send an e-mail to this new address. Total mess and utter confusion.

Which form did u fill? Route?

[saimajaan]

Hi Vibe
My current employer has given job continuity letter and yes that's signed by head HR.

Hi Folks,
Got my approval letter today from home office. Such a relief this is!
For benefits of others my case is as follows:
Paid for super priority appointment: 16Dec
Attended appointment at Manchester library : 22Dec
Decision made by UKVI: 24Dec(within 24hrs)
Approval letter received by post: 2Jan (within 5working days) with NO confirmation Email.
Mine was ILR application- Set O Tier 2 (General) after 5years of sponsorship with 2 different companies (changed employer in-between so have 2 COS)
Other info: As I've haven't received any email about the decision and my online application was not freezed after appointment - I was linking this to the delay. Called up Sopra call centre this morning (after holding line for 78mins) and they have confirmed that despite the fact that documents are not freezed they have forwarded my case to home office on 22Dec itself after biometrics appointment. Documents which has been uploaded/available till the date of biometrics is being send to UKVI and after that addition/deletion of docs have Zero impact on the case.
I sincerely wish all others you are waiting should get thier affirmative decision soon.
Let me know if anybody has any other questions!!!
This forum is such a support to me, thank you all.

Hey sidg congrats on your approval. Can you please tell me what company delivered your letter and was it signed for ?

congrats I think I'm stuck most of the delayed ones r done with it except me

[saimajaan]

Congrats to those of you who received the good news today. It sounds encouraging to see more people getting the letter/email communication today.

As far as I’m concerned I’m still waiting since the 17th of December but I’m trying to stay optimistic. I will keep you posted and hoping from all to do the same.

SidiBou
Thanks!

dw I'm here as well since the 7th

[SidiBou]

I’m very curious to see an updated list with everybody statuses. That will give us a good idea of what have been accomplished recently. Oldmankensy did it last ~week ago.

Patience is a virtue

[docshami]

Hi all...

Still waiting...
My submission was @ Manchester Library was on

Sat, 24th of NOVEMBER 2018

(I only applied for myself, thought of applying for family once I get mine)...had to go all the way fm London.

Application for ILR via 5yrs Tier 2 route- 24-hrs Super (Duper) priority service...a straight forward case basically.

Did escalate it 4 times, to which I got 4 generic e-mails within 5 working days...the only change being- there was a mention of refund.

Yes....the list of applicants with dates (and ideally with type of application) needs unpdating...a simple communication from the officials would have helped a lot....shall update of any news...tnx all

[prejay]

Hi all...

Still waiting...
My submission was @ Manchester Library was on

Sat, 24th of NOVEMBER 2018

(I only applied for myself, thought of applying for family once I get mine)...had to go all the way fm London.

Application for ILR via 5yrs Tier 2 route- 24-hrs Super (Duper) priority service...a straight forward case basically.

Did escalate it 4 times, to which I got 4 generic e-mails within 5 working days...the only change being- there was a mention of refund.

Yes....the list of applicants with dates (and ideally with type of application) needs unpdating...a simple communication from the officials would have helped a lot....shall update of any news...tnx all

What did they mention regarding getting a refund?