Brightingsus:
As quite a few people have complained of the ECO stating they did not explain funds or other parts of their application and thereby denying them, I just do hope the TLS truly scans all the documents submitted to them by an applicant. Do they really scan them documents before the applicant or they scan after the applicant has completed biometrics and left the facility? To be honest, I prefer the old style of sending hard copy documents to Sheffield. Just my thoughts...

lekibraky:
That means they have settled with June applicant now is July applicants turn

Yommieyomi:
Just like I mentioned few weeks ago.
I applied for my children (3) on 15th June, got email for tls that applications received on 16th June and sent to Ukvi.
On 26th June, got a Mail from Sheffield that applications ready for consideration.
I called sometimes in July when I could not get any response just to be told yet to be considered.
On August 4th, I checked the status on Ukvi site and saw decided updated since 1st August.
On 7th of August got a mail from tls that decision has been made, that was around 2.30pm.Around 5.10pm I got another mail saying passports ready for collection.
Wiffy went to tls Ikeja today to pick up.
Visa granted for all the 3 children...6 months first time application.
Just thanking God...

Brightingsus:


Congratulations, another happy customer...

But then, it seems like you got a mail saying application ready to be considered. I'm not quite conversant with this mail; was your application standard?

TatPat:


Honestly, there's nothing you can do but to wait patiently, hopefully,they'll get to yours soon.

Alpha77:
You can check your application status on UKVI site with a TLS reference number that starts with M instead of normal GWF.
I just checked mine few minutes ago. I have been trying GWF but never work just discovered that the TLS ref number works on UKVI site.

Alpha77:
You can check your application status on UKVI site with a TLS reference number that starts with M instead of normal GWF.
I just checked mine few minutes ago. I have been trying GWF but never work just discovered that the TLS ref number works on UKVI site.

Alpha77:
You can check your application status on UKVI site with a TLS reference number that starts with M instead of normal GWF.
I just checked mine few minutes ago. I have been trying GWF but never work just discovered that the TLS ref number works on UKVI site.

showstopa:
Just an update on my Mum's visa. It is funny how I got a TLS message saying that the passport has been sent back from UK, and same day it's been received by TLSAbuja. Do they use witches to move the documents because those are the only service that fast and efficient. Anyway, TLS has sent a message that it's with the courier and they also included a DHL number for tracking it. Fingers crossed.

Advisory:

If they haven't decided your application Both M and GWF ref will not work.
Regards

TatPat:


The M reference works even if they haven't decided the application. when using the M reference, just put in the numbers only without the M. (Remove the M from the reference) and it would work.

TatPat:


The M reference works even if they haven't decided the application. when using the M reference, just put in the numbers only without the M. (Remove the M from the reference) and it would work.

Brightingsus:


You know, TLS may start out with realtime information. However as the application progresses they may not provide realtime information. This explains why some applicants sometimes get decision email from TLS and a few hours later same day they get collection email from same TLS.

TatPat:


The M reference works even if they haven't decided the application. when using the M reference, just put in the numbers only without the M. (Remove the M from the reference) and it would work.

baldman:
I applied June 15 and the status indicated that it was decided on 4th August, 2017. I got a mail from TLS notifying me that a decision has been made yesterday and a subsequent mail asking me to come for collection later in the day. I have not had the time to go pick up my passport but this took too long and I just want to thank everyone for contributing to this threade. I was able to track the progress through comments on this thread. I have also found that visas are being given regardless of whether or not your travel date has passed. I will be back to give you the good news!!1

Advisory:

Been there done that it does not work as long as your application is not decided yet and as for the number only just make sure it is actually your application and you haven't stumbled on another persons page

5hyguy:
Hello guys, i just applied for my student tier 4 visa application, but i d hid not write my IHS number on my visa application form i was not aware, but i submitted the confirmation page that was sent to me as part of my supporting documents.

is there any possibility not writing the number on my application form will affect me?

Thanks

mokikeoj:
Congrats!! Are you a first time applicant?

Endlessgrace:
I dont think that should affect your application, since they know there is no way you could proceed with your visa payment without the IHS payment.

Were you able to print the IHS transaction confirmation email?

Yommieyomi:
Just like I mentioned few weeks ago.
I applied for my children (3) on 15th June, got email for tls that applications received on 16th June and sent to Ukvi.
On 26th June, got a Mail from Sheffield that applications ready for consideration.
I called sometimes in July when I could not get any response just to be told yet to be considered.
On August 4th, I checked the status on Ukvi site and saw decided updated since 1st August.
On 7th of August got a mail from tls that decision has been made, that was around 2.30pm.Around 5.10pm I got another mail saying passports ready for collection.
Wiffy went to tls Ikeja today to pick up.
Visa granted for all the 3 children...6 months first time application.
Just thanking God...

wrongnumber:


Congrats but how come I have not even had a decision made on the medical visa I applied for on the 14th of same June?

No mail from TLS and I even checked the Ukvi site with the GW and M ref numbers but not recognized but you made your submittion a day after mine and you have gotten your passport or did you pay for a priority application?

Im really tired of waiting.

Brightingsus:


The answer to this is simple! Every application is treated on its own merit. You might have been before the other applicant queue-wise, but it does not take the same time to access one application as the other. Individual circumstances come into play. Some applications might be more straightforward than the other.

baldman:
Yes I am and thanks for congratulating me in advance. Thanks and yours is coming too in Jesus name ( Amen). Halleluyah

baldman:


Halleluyah! I got the visa!! God did it!!!

wrongnumber:


Congrats but how come I have not even had a decision made on the medical visa I applied for on the 14th of same June?

No mail from TLS and I even checked the Ukvi site with the GW and M ref numbers but not recognized but you made your submittion a day after mine and you have gotten your passport or did you pay for a priority application?

Im really tired of waiting.