We then sought legal advice from a third solicitor, who told us that my husband should apply for ancestry again, and put it in writing to us and husband’s employer that if he applied for this during the 14 day grace period he would be fine to work. Obviously this was incorrect advice too. In the six week period after this, he was suspended from work three times, and eventually his contract was terminated when the solicitor admitted he had made a mistake. We’re now both sitting here (I’m on maternity leave) waiting for this visa to drop through the door.
Firstly I’d like to know how likely it is to come in the 8 weeks? Does it tend to take longer these days? His previous applications were quite quick.
Secondly, although there should be no doubt that it is issued, given that all the same supporting documentation as previously has been included, I have the following concerns:
I) That we rushed it in the 14 day period and may hav made a silly error
II) That all the original ancestry documents were held from the ILR application. We provided copies and a cover letter explaining, as well as a case ID. However the centre for administrative review for the ILR sent them back to us instead of forwarding them. We rang up the Durham office and were told to send them on. Could this delay the application?
III) If they look into our finances, we own property and have a mortgage, but money is tight as we have a baby, I’m on maternity and we’ve spent £7k since last year on visas and legal fees. Will this make a difference?
IV) If they call husband’s work, he is no longer working there (obviously). They have put in writing that they want to reemploy him when the visa comes through. But could this be a reason for rejection?
Thanks if you’ve read this far! So complicated and that is only the half of it
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