FLR(O) Discretionary Leave waiting times ..??

[Kukuwife]

Congrats to ThisYear and djbonnet for your success.
@ThisYear for obvious reasons I became so emotional and tearful when I read your speech. It brought back all the memories of agony and despairs of the last few years but thank the good Lord for the deliverance.
And to our bro and sis still waiting like Dapsonlee,Kukuwife,Nilemarques and others I continue to lift you up in my prayers and and I'm convinced that in the nearest future there will be celebrations in your home. You will then say "when the LORD brought back the captivity of Zion, we were like those who dream".

Amen and Amen my brother!!! A further update. Called the UT today and they confirmed that my consent order has been signed by the judge and a letter for me confirming that is on it's way. Yaaay!!! So my 3 month countdown for a decision starts..

Awwwwhhh keeping my everything crossed for you babe!

Verbina -Good to see on board

[verbina]

@Nilemarques yeah, I am!! Cant wait for more good news!

@Kukuwife, Im still about, keeping an eye, babe!

[Ems1927]

Thank you in advance

I have a hard time following stories on here too, I don't have advice but I have an appeal hearing on September 9 so I will be sure to let you know how it goes.

We were hoping the decision would be overturned before it got to that stage but the home office confirmed in writing today that they will not overturn the decision and our appeal will go ahead in a couple of weeks.[/quote]


Dear @Ems1927

My appeal date on sep 23...can you please tell me how you get confirmation for not overturn the decision from home office..should need to ask that or they will do normally?....can you please explain???????[/quote]

You have to ask, our solicitor sent the officer a couple of letters because we believe their reason for refusal was incorrect and we were hoping it could be overturned. It wasn't.

[Ems1927]

I just want to say thank you to all those who have shared tips and experiences of court experiences. I wish everyone on here waiting decisions the very best!

I do have one more question though as far as witnesses go. Are they important? I have lots of people we could ask but they're family so would obviously say the 'right' thing, would it help or is it a waste of time? We had a lot of statements sent
with our supporting documents backing up my husbands good character, from family, friends and even the managing director of the care home my aunt is in saying how he faithfully visits with our daughter is upstanding etc. I feel it's clear to see he is a good person, the witnesses would they make a difference?

I'm so nervous, sometimes it feels like this process and court date has been set so soon, it's as if they're ready to just say no

[Al Haqq]

I just want to say thank you to all those who have shared tips and experiences of court experiences. I wish everyone on here waiting decisions the very best!

I do have one more question though as far as witnesses go. Are they important? I have lots of people we could ask but they're family so would obviously say the 'right' thing, would it help or is it a waste of time? We had a lot of statements sent
with our supporting documents backing up my husbands good character, from family, friends and even the managing director of the care home my aunt is in saying how he faithfully visits with our daughter is upstanding etc. I feel it's clear to see he is a good person, the witnesses would they make a difference?

I'm so nervous, sometimes it feels like this process and court date has been set so soon, it's as if they're ready to just say no

Hello Ems1927,
please be optimistic irrespective of your situation. They will not say no.
About witnesses, you may want to check with your solicitor if you have one, otherwise the decision is entirely up to you, but do understand that if your witness is over 18 years you may be cross examined separately. (My Opinion - I think the strong written statements are good enough) Good luck.

[Al Haqq]

Congratulations to all who have received the good news and to those waiting for theirs, congratulations in advance.

[Kiran khan]

Hello everyone. Feeling really good from all those who have been granted visa.
I am still waiting for the reply from home office soon I will hear a good news from them, Insha'Allah.
Applied on 30/06/2014
Received acknowledgement letter.
Biometrics done.
Not received any letter for documents required.
Documents received: waiting
BRP: Waiting

[omobajay]

Hopefully you will hear from them in 2-3wks from now because then they should have legally replied you, by God's grace it will be good news

[ThisYear]

Thanks hun! Good to hear from you.

Love to your darling daughter and I trust you are keeping well.

quote="verbina"]Awwwwwwhhhhh @MrLaolu and @ThisYear Im so so happy for you my darlings!!!!!!!! This has been such a journey for us all and I feel priviledged to have shared this journey with my forum family!!!!

Shout outs to our MPs and the rest of the crew!! Love you guys!!!! Xxxxxxxx

Newbies welcome to the forum family!!

Happy Friday! XXX[/quote]

[ThisYear]

That was super fast. ... congrats. Enjoy this new season with your precious family.

Atlast!!!! finally I am so thrilled and love to share my good news to all good people here that today I have recieved a decission from home office and they have finally decided to grant me 30 months visa on 10 years partner routeee... I am so happy freeesom atlast and thanks to all fellow member of all encouragment i got ..

[ThisYear]

MrLaolu, thanks so much. It was an emotional roller coaster but YOUR testimony gave me hope and belief that it will end well with God on our side.

Congrats to ThisYear and djbonnet for your success.
@ThisYear for obvious reasons I became so emotional and tearful when I read your speech. It brought back all the memories of agony and despairs of the last few years but thank the good Lord for the deliverance.
And to our bro and sis still waiting like Dapsonlee,Kukuwife,Nilemarques and others I continue to lift you up in my prayers and and I'm convinced that in the nearest future there will be celebrations in your home. You will then say "when the LORD brought back the captivity of Zion, we were like those who dream".

[ThisYear]

Great! @nile, I pray they concede before the end of the 3 months.

Congrats to ThisYear and djbonnet for your success.
@ThisYear for obvious reasons I became so emotional and tearful when I read your speech. It brought back all the memories of agony and despairs of the last few years but thank the good Lord for the deliverance.
And to our bro and sis still waiting like Dapsonlee,Kukuwife,Nilemarques and others I continue to lift you up in my prayers and and I'm convinced that in the nearest future there will be celebrations in your home. You will then say "when the LORD brought back the captivity of Zion, we were like those who dream".

Amen and Amen my brother!!! A further update. Called the UT today and they confirmed that my consent order has been signed by the judge and a letter for me confirming that is on it's way. Yaaay!!! So my 3 month countdown for a decision starts..

[nilemarques]

[quote="ThisYear"]Great! @nile, I pray they concede before the end of the 3 months.

[quote="nilemarques"][quote="MRLAOLU"]Congrats to ThisYear and djbonnet for your success.
@ThisYear for obvious reasons I became so emotional and tearful when I read your speech. It brought back all the memories of agony and despairs of the last few years but thank the good Lord for the deliverance.
And to our bro and sis still waiting like Dapsonlee,Kukuwife,Nilemarques and others I continue to lift you up in my prayers and and I'm convinced that in the nearest future there will be celebrations in your home. You will then say "when the LORD brought back the captivity of Zion, we were like those who dream".[/quote]


Amen and Amen my brother!!! A further update. Called the UT today and they confirmed that my consent order has been signed by the judge and a letter for me confirming that is on it's way. Yaaay!!! So my 3 month countdown for a decision starts..[/quote][/quote]


@Thisyear. I hope so but it's too late to quit so if they want to take the battle to the end, i'm ready!!

[Tom no engine]

Hi guys...congratulations to all those who have been granted their freedom and keep the faith to those of us still waiting for a decision...It's exactly 8 weeks today since I had my biometrics done..I haven't heard anything since then...My question is from the time of having biometrics done to a decision is it 3 to 6 weeks or 3 to 6 months? Thanks in advance..

[silverbird]

Hi nilemarques what reason did the FTT judge dismiss your appeal?
Thanks

[nilemarques]

[quote="silverbird"]Hi nilemarques what reason did the FTT judge dismiss your appeal?
Thanks[/quote]

Hi Silverbird. Greetings all the forum family. @Silverbird, i'm not sure if i getvyour question correctly but i'll just give you my circumstances hoping they will answer your question.

I applied FLR O in May 2012. Was refused. Reasons for refusal were the norm as for everyone else really. E.G you lived most of your life in country so you can go back, your children can leave with you etc. I did a PAP, which was refused on paper with the judge citing the same refusal reasons as the HO. I then applied for an oral hearing which was granted and was supposed to be heard in court tomorrow.

A few weeks ago, the HO requested i withdraw and they will reconsider my case. I agreed subject to my terms. The Consent order has been signed by the judge and i'm now counting down the 3 months for a new decision. If the new decision is a refusal again, it will come armed with a removal order which will afford me a right of appeal and the process goes on.
I hope that helps.

[winners]

[quo@Al Haqq
Hi, sorry to hear about a second refusal. The HO has asked me to withdraw my JR for reconsideration. Did they used the same grounds or different to refused you? God bless you all.

Ikeron,

Try not to fall for the cheap tactic. They might refuse you under the same initial refusal they gave you. Its a continous loop to send you back to the starting line, frustrating you to quit. Tell them to either put it in writing hoping for a favorable outcome in order words to explain what they missed the first time for them wanting to reconsider or else you are going to proceed with JR. I have not seen on this thread (I might be wrong) where they have asked anyone to withdraw and then they get granted.


@Rina Thank God for his mercies. This is God's handiwork. I pray for a testimonial outcome on this soon to be successful journey.

@ Dapsoleen

I think you are right about this

My reconsideration was refused again yesterday despite the facts 2 of my children were born in Uk and spent more than 7 yrs of their lives in Uk

Unless your child is British citizen don't be too optimistic

[Kukuwife]

[quo@Al Haqq
Hi, sorry to hear about a second refusal. The HO has asked me to withdraw my JR for reconsideration. Did they used the same grounds or different to refused you? God bless you all.

Ikeron,

Try not to fall for the cheap tactic. They might refuse you under the same initial refusal they gave you. Its a continous loop to send you back to the starting line, frustrating you to quit. Tell them to either put it in writing hoping for a favorable outcome in order words to explain what they missed the first time for them wanting to reconsider or else you are going to proceed with JR. I have not seen on this thread (I might be wrong) where they have asked anyone to withdraw and then they get granted.


@Rina Thank God for his mercies. This is God's handiwork. I pray for a testimonial outcome on this soon to be successful journey.

@ Dapsoleen

I think you are right about this

My reconsideration was refused again yesterday despite the facts 2 of my children were born in Uk and spent more than 7 yrs of their lives in Uk

Unless your child is British citizen don't be too optimistic

Winner - I am speechless don't know what to say. They just want to make life difficult for themselves not us. But be strong The Lord is your strength and you shall be victorious. please proceed with the JR or what is your solicitor saying

[nilemarques]

[quote="winners"][quote="dapsonlee"][quote="ikeron"][quo@Al Haqq
Hi, sorry to hear about a second refusal. The HO has asked me to withdraw my JR for reconsideration. Did they used the same grounds or different to refused you? God bless you all.[/quote]

Ikeron,

Try not to fall for the cheap tactic. They might refuse you under the same initial refusal they gave you. Its a continous loop to send you back to the starting line, frustrating you to quit. Tell them to either put it in writing hoping for a favorable outcome in order words to explain what they missed the first time for them wanting to reconsider or else you are going to proceed with JR. I have not seen on this thread (I might be wrong) where they have asked anyone to withdraw and then they get granted.


@Rina Thank God for his mercies. This is God's handiwork. I pray for a testimonial outcome on this soon to be successful journey.[/quote]

@ Dapsoleen

I think you are right about this

My reconsideration was refused again yesterday despite the facts 2 of my children were born in Uk and spent more than 7 yrs of their lives in Uk

Unless your child is British citizen don't be too optimistic[/quote]

@Winners. So sorry to hear of the refusal. The HO are just playing games with peoples lives!! If i may ask, was this an official reconsideration which the HO said they would do or was it just a letter you wrote to them asking them to reconsider?
If it was the official one, did they give you appeal rights? If not, maybe think of going down the JR route. They also did that to Shondra.

[ThisYear]

Winners! Please note all hope is not lost. I agree with Kukuwife and nilemarques that you should proceed to JR. Do not give up please. The amoebas are only delaying the inevitable. {{Hugs}}

[Kukuwife]

Hi nilemarques what reason did the FTT judge dismiss your appeal?
Thanks

Hi Silverbird. Greetings all the forum family. @Silverbird, i'm not sure if i getvyour question correctly but i'll just give you my circumstances hoping they will answer your question.

I applied FLR O in May 2012. Was refused. Reasons for refusal were the norm as for everyone else really. E.G you lived most of your life in country so you can go back, your children can leave with you etc. I did a PAP, which was refused on paper with the judge citing the same refusal reasons as the HO. I then applied for an oral hearing which was granted and was supposed to be heard in court tomorrow.

A few weeks ago, the HO requested i withdraw and they will reconsider my case. I agreed subject to my terms. The Consent order has been signed by the judge and i'm now counting down the 3 months for a new decision. If the new decision is a refusal again, it will come armed with a removal order which will afford me a right of appeal and the process goes on.
I hope that helps.

Nilemarques - i pray for God favour to descend on you and your family. As you appear in court tomorrow the mercy of God will answer for you. The spirit of confusion will visit the HO presenting officer that they will conceded on point raised by you. You will be like David who defeated the Goliath. The Lord will be your strength


Sorry, I forgot you agree to withdraw any way the prays remains

[nilemarques]

[quote="Kukuwife"][quote="nilemarques"][quote="silverbird"]Hi nilemarques what reason did the FTT judge dismiss your appeal?
Thanks[/quote]

Hi Silverbird. Greetings all the forum family. @Silverbird, i'm not sure if i getvyour question correctly but i'll just give you my circumstances hoping they will answer your question.

I applied FLR O in May 2012. Was refused. Reasons for refusal were the norm as for everyone else really. E.G you lived most of your life in country so you can go back, your children can leave with you etc. I did a PAP, which was refused on paper with the judge citing the same refusal reasons as the HO. I then applied for an oral hearing which was granted and was supposed to be heard in court tomorrow.



A few weeks ago, the HO requested i withdraw and they will reconsider my case. I agreed subject to my terms. The Consent order has been signed by the judge and i'm now counting down the 3 months for a new decision. If the new decision is a refusal again, it will come armed with a removal order which will afford me a right of appeal and the process goes on.
I hope that helps.[/quote]

Nilemarques - i pray for God favour to descend on you and your family. As you appear in court tomorrow the mercy of God will answer for you. The spirit of confusion will visit the HO presenting officer that they will conceded on point raised by you. You will be like David who defeated the Goliath. The Lord will be your strength


Sorry, I forgot you agree to withdraw any way the prays remains[/quote]


Thank you Kukuwife. I still need the prayers. The next few weeks are going to be nerve wrecking.

[winners]

Thank you all for your concern

PAP-REFUSAL started btw Nov2013-Aug 2014

The reconsideration refusal was after i agreed to withdraw my JR application around July 2014

Still the same reasons of not having sole responsibility over our children

In Country Appeal was given

My solicitor said i should be expecting Feb or March next year for Court hearing which make me more sad

Question

Is it possible for H O to withdraw before Court hearing and grant L R? Please

That's my wish

[lucky007]

@Favour,

Favour as your name implies, you shall find from everyone present in the court on that day. I had my appeal base on 7 years rule, please not that I have always been on visa.

There is actually nothing to prepare for, the HO presenting officer was only asking questions and all the questions were just affirmation of my written supporting statement. Take your time to write your statement and do not lie in your statement, because you will not have the statement in front of you.

However, your solicitor would be allowed to cross examine the HO presenting officer to further stretch your point. And if you have a witness, they will be called in after you've given your evidence and afterwards will be allowed to sit behind you at the public place.

It is a very relaxing atmosphere just be yourself, and relax. I am still awaiting the outcome of my appeal by the way, I'm seriously praying and keeping my fingers crossed that its in my favour.


I wish you a successful outcome, and remember prepare your statement well, you will not be given opportunity to talk much rather than to answer the questions that is being asked.

Again all the best!

Have u got any good news from the court. your hearing was British child or you live legally seven year with your child ?

how old was your son when u had an hearing and how long u lived in uk when u applied case?

really appreciated for your reply. my hearing is in November under seven yrs child so want to know hows going hearing for seven yrs children these days

thanks and reards

[favour]

Hello Lucky007.

I am neither (not british child, oldest child 6.5)
I applied student visa, then varied to flro while i was pregnant.
home office claimed I have over stayed, because my flro was returned as invalid, case worker refused to see its a variation and not a new application because i paid the difference of the fee and not the full flro fee.
Hence my appeal is in two fold
1) unlawful decision - I am not an overstayer
2) we are praying for discretion

Appeal date is end of october, still putting support docs together and praying forGod's intervention.

hope this helps.
forgot to add, I have been in the uk 9 years this sept.