Passport Expiring

[kashifmasud]

Hi
I need to get me Tier 1 Visa extension next month but I have just noticed that my Passport is expiring in Sept.
Just wondering do I need to get my passport renewed before I apply, as it can take at least 6-7 weeks to get my new passport.

My Visa is expiring in January though, because I need to travel I thought I get my extension early.

Thanks

[bubin123]

UKBA expect the at least 6 months validity of the passport as per date of application. Its better you get it renewed before your visa application.
Now a days, Tier-1 general renewal has improved significantly and takes around 6 weeks if applied via post.

[hussainkothari]

UKBA expect the at least 6 months validity of the passport as per date of application.

Can you provide a reference please?

[kashifmasud]

Thanks bubin123

Yes I heard processing time for postal application has improved tremendously, but I still worry what if they misplace documents and reject the application (use to happen in past) that means I have to save again to pay this huge application fees.

Following is the link explaining processing times in UK

http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas ... ing-times/

[tier1app]

Hi I am in a similar situation; however I have about 1.5 years on a 10 year passport. Would it matter if my passport expires prior to my visa (if approved?) Thanks.

[muraxza]

if you from pakistan than go to the embassy and request them to extend your passport by stamping on the page and mention this in your covering letter as same was happen with my friend as well...