ILR Processing Letter

[NickTheKiwi]

Hello,

My partner and I applied on Monday 20th June for ILR SET(O) under Ancestry category (two separate applications so non-dependent). I sent the applications via special delivery and I can see that our applications have be delivered and signed for the next day. I can also see that the fees have been approved for payment on my credit card (pending transactions) but not yet charged.

What I need to know is, should I be expecting a letter to say they are currently processing our applications? The reason I ask is that our current Ancestry Visas expire on 1st July and I understand that while an application is being processed, we have a right to live and work under previous conditions. How do I prove that I have an application with the home office if they don't send me confirmation?

[Hola2015]

I belief your letter should be on the way to you. Normally, I think HO do send the letters after the payment transaction has been approved.

So be on the look out in the post

[NickTheKiwi]

Thank you for your thoughts. What I'm concerned about is if a letter of some kind does not arrive before next Friday. Can I continue to work as technically my visa will have expired and I have no confirmation that an application is being considered with the Home Office.....

[CR001]

Yes, you can continue to work. You are covered by section 3C and your existing visa conditions continue.

Why did you not apply in person for a same day decision?

[NickTheKiwi]

Probably the same reason that most don't apply in person for same day decision... It costs and additional £500. When there are two of you applying, that is an additional £1000. I am in no rush to get the ILR, I just wanted to know that I will get confirmation that they are currently processing an application from me. If I don't need that letter, then that is fine.

[NickTheKiwi]

Thank you for the response by the way.