AN questions

[Casa]

I have a poor handwriting so I asked my wife to fill the application for me.
Of course I will sign it so different handwriting may be detected in the application.
Is it going to be a problem?
Thanks in advance

NO

[noajthan]

I have a poor handwriting so I asked my wife to fill the application for me.
Of course I will sign it so different handwriting may be detected in the application.
Is it going to be a problem?
Thanks in advance

Assuming her writing is better than yours then its fine.
After all you could have paid a representative (a lot) to do the same for you.

You could also type the answers on computer.

[VinGam]

I have a poor handwriting so I asked my wife to fill the application for me.
Of course I will sign it so different handwriting may be detected in the application.
Is it going to be a problem?
Thanks in advance

Assuming her writing is better than yours then its fine.
After all you could have paid a representative (a lot) to do the same for you.

You could also type the answers on computer.

Thanks!!

Also,

it is fine if my employer is one of my referee? I have been working in the same company for more than 4 years.

[noajthan]

it is fine if my employer is one of my referee? I have been working in the same company for more than 4 years.

Yes, it is fine if:

• Not your relation and not related to the other referee;
  No unspent convictions;
  Not your representative;
  And not an employee of HO;
  Oh, and assuming they are on the acceptable professions list;

[softy monster]

Dear Noajthan,

me again, i may need your help again please!

Just wondering why in the new AN application form (Jan 2016), section 1.23 doesn't give the options about the English language test before April 2015 and also after April 2015, as the current form only shows the two awarding bodies comparing to last version that used show more awarding bodies where you can tick the boxes if the test was before April 2015 with the level, ref number, and the date of the award, but instead in the new version asking for acceptable qualifications that is on the HO's list of approved tests as of 12th Nov 2015! Plus most of them have a validity of 2 years, and then how about anything before that date!
So how about my ESOL skills for life "Cambridge English Language Assessment" which was awarded to me when i finished school in 2006 ( however in 2014 i had to ask for a replacement, and received "Certifying Statement Of Results" for ESOL skills for Life dated July 2014)

[noajthan]

Dear Noajthan,

me again, i may need your help again please!

Just wondering why in the new AN application form (Jan 2016), section 1.23 doesn't give the options about the English language test before April 2015 and also after April 2015, as the current form only shows the two awarding bodies comparing to last version that used show more awarding bodies where you can tick the boxes if the test was before April 2015 with the level, ref number, and the date of the award, but instead in the new version asking for acceptable qualifications that is on the HO's list of approved tests as of 12th Nov 2015! Plus most of them have a validity of 2 years, and then how about anything before that date!
So how about my ESOL skills for life "Cambridge English Language Assessment" which was awarded to me when i finished school in 2006 ( however in 2014 i had to ask for a replacement, and received "Certifying Statement Of Results" for ESOL skills for Life dated July 2014)

Because HO have tightened the requirements up to cut down on fraud and abuse;
ESOL is out.
Its all about SELT now.

[softy monster]

Dear Noajthan,

......

Because HO have tightened the requirements up to cut down on fraud and abuse;
ESOL is out.
Its all about SELT now.

Hi,

So basically I have to attend that test and pay at least £140, even if I have been here for 16 yrs! also just found out about this link, if you would like to have it as one of the topics, and it may help other people!
Mod removed: 3rd party links

Thank you noajthan

[ohara]

I'm a native English speaker and I had to do the test. Don't worry about it, it's worth it in the end. One day you'll look back and laugh about it.

[softy monster]

I'm a native English speaker and I had to do the test. Don't worry about it, it's worth it in the end. One day you'll look back and laugh about it.

Thank you Ohara for your confirmation reply

[softy monster]

Hi,

So basically I have to attend that test and pay at least £140, even if I have been here for 16 yrs! also just found out about this link, if you would like to have it as one of the topics, and it may help other people!
Mod removed: 3rd party links

Thank you noajthan[/quote]
Btw I just want to know so next time I won't include any 3rd part links if I do remember, what's the reason behind it?

[noajthan]

Btw I just want to know so next time I won't include any 3rd part links if I do remember, what's the reason behind it?

Because ImmigrationBoards don't endorse 3rd party links that have a commercial or promotional aspect to them.

[softy monster]

Btw I just want to know so next time I won't include any 3rd part links if I do remember, what's the reason behind it?

Because ImmigrationBoards don't endorse 3rd party links that have a commercial or promotional aspect to them.

Ah I see, very enough! thanks for the confirmation

the body awarding for the test?? same list but does it have to be for UKVI

Integrated Skills in English B1 (Trinity College London)
IELTS Life Skills B1 (IELTS SELT Consortium)
or has to be
IELTS for UKVI B1 (IELTS SELT Consortium)

[alterhase58]

I took B1 SELT – GESE Grade 5 at Trinity. That's all that is required (10 minutes speaking/ listening).

[VinGam]

it is fine if my employer is one of my referee? I have been working in the same company for more than 4 years.

Yes, it is fine if:

• Not your relation and not related to the other referee;
  No unspent convictions;
  Not your representative;
  And not an employee of HO;
  Oh, and assuming they are on the acceptable professions list;

Thank you!

Regarding the Letter from Employers, is there a template I can use?

[alterhase58]

Regarding the Letter from Employers, is there a template I can use?

Got a reference style letter from my employers which should be sufficient - most employers issue these as a matter of routine:

Re: Employee Name: xxxxxx
Staff No: xxxxx
Thank you for your request for a reference in respect of the above named employee of our company.
It is our policy to confine such references to confirmation of certain factual data concerning the individuals Contract of Employment with us. It is hoped you will understand that this does not imply any adverse reflection on the employee’s conduct or performance.
For your assistance we confirm the following:
CURRENT JOB TITLE: xxxxxxx Manager
PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT: xxx xxxxxx xxx to date [or date left]
The above is given in the strictest confidence and with no liability accepted by the Company or its employees.
Yours sincerely
For xxxxxxxx Ltd.
Signed Xxxxxxx
HR Person

[VinGam]

Regarding the Letter from Employers, is there a template I can use?

Got a reference style letter from my employers which should be sufficient - most employers issue these as a matter of routine:

Re: Employee Name: xxxxxx
Staff No: xxxxx
Thank you for your request for a reference in respect of the above named employee of our company.
It is our policy to confine such references to confirmation of certain factual data concerning the individuals Contract of Employment with us. It is hoped you will understand that this does not imply any adverse reflection on the employee’s conduct or performance.
For your assistance we confirm the following:
CURRENT JOB TITLE: xxxxxxx Manager
PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT: xxx xxxxxx xxx to date [or date left]
The above is given in the strictest confidence and with no liability accepted by the Company or its employees.
Yours sincerely
For xxxxxxxx Ltd.
Signed Xxxxxxx
HR Person

Thanks.
I just received a letter from my director saying:
Letter of Employment Verification for MY_NAME
National Insurance Number MY_NIN_NUMBER

MY_NAME has been employed full time as a POSITION at COMPANY_NAME, effective since START_DATE to END_DATE.

I do hope you find this information satisfactory but please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any further questions.

Yours Sincerely,
DIRECTOR
SIGNATURE

Is that ok?

[alterhase58]

I am sure that will be sufficient.

[VinGam]

Should the date in the Declaration (Section 7, page 28) be grater or less than the referees signed date?

In my passport application, should I add a referee and let him sign my photo or is it fine the one in my AN form?

[VinGam]

ABSENCES:
I should list all absence in the last 5 year previous application date?
I will apply tomorrow, will it mean I should list all absence since 16/12/2011? or since Jan 2011?

[alterhase58]

ABSENCES:
I should list all absence in the last 5 year previous application date?
I will apply tomorrow, will it mean I should list all absence since 16/12/2011? or since Jan 2011?

Yes - years count back from the date of application.

Should the date in the Declaration (Section 7, page 28) be grater or less than the referees signed date? Yes less - or could be same but I wouldn't cut it that fine ....

In my passport application, should I add a referee and let him sign my photo or is it fine the one in my AN form? Don't know - didn't apply for PP at NCS

All comments based on my successful experience.

[VinGam]

Should the date in the Declaration (Section 7, page 28) be grater or less than the referees signed date? Yes less - or could be same but I wouldn't cut it that fine ....

Does it mean if the referee date is 14-12-2016, my date in the Declaration section should be at least the 13-12-2016. Right?

[alterhase58]

Should the date in the Declaration (Section 7, page 28) be grater or less than the referees signed date? Yes less - or could be same but I wouldn't cut it that fine ....

Does it mean if the referee date is 14-12-2016, my date in the Declaration section should be at least the 13-12-2016. Right?

Sorry meant it the other way - logically you get your referees to sign before you are finished with the form by signing/dating it.

[VinGam]

I have submitted my application this morning.
Thanks to all of you.
I will post my timeline in the appropriated posts.