My husbands date is April 2023. Have you received an interview date yet?

Babanaaboy1:


There is no other way my friend than to wait for the next interview dates to be released, so as to know the next DQs in wait ! That's how I monitor it . I'm Feb 2023 DQed so I'm monitoring it closely 😀

Been looking for this thread and I am grateful to the person that came up with this. My husband applied for the eb2 niw April last year and we’re waiting on interview date/medicals. Anyone else applied from the UK?

Its just an addition from our end.......you know just to avoid stories that touch.

oxygyne:


Thanks, we await the support letter but is the support letter a requirement or just an alternative addition.

He has filled that form in like 5 times.....no reply whatsoever. Thank God he can still work.

deebaby05:
@ tayeby78
I will suggest your hubby go online and fill the form for "If your BRP has not arrived "on gov.uk/brp as it is more than 10 days after getting the decision letter. I got our BRPs before the decision letter, can you imagine? But cos there was validity error, had to send the cards back to be cancelled and 4 days after got the re-issued cards cos they said the cards will come within 7 days.

Will post our support letter here in due course.

Please Lamakinde have you received your BRp yet? Its been over 2 weeks and hubby hasn't received it yet and he has emailed and called the.. how long did yours take after you got the approval letter/email?

deebaby05:
@Lamakinde
Thanks a lot for this.This is why this forum is da bomb!!! I no waste time at all, i have applied for me and my 3 dependants . I sure hope they come thru unlike the scam they pulled saying free 1 year visa for NHS and healthcare workers meanwhile they already pegged the free visa for just 3,000 people so na first come, first served.

Got the decion letter today that it has been granted. Applied in July with the documents stated on this thread. Hubby and I wrote a letter each stating how our lives have changed in the last 2.5 years. You guys are doing a great job with this thread. Thanks for everyone that has contributed. Yall are the real MVP!!!
Please can someone point us in the direction of ILR so we can start collating evidence again ejo. Thanks in advance

Lamakinde:
Thanks. I just received the BRP card today. Yours will surely come.

Congratulations@lamakinde. My Brother ibnlaw who applied in April just got his extension email yesterday as well.....we that we applied in July are still waiting. Please pray for us

Lamakinde:
My spousal visa has now been extended as stated in the attached document in the FLRMDecisions letter i received on Saturday 24th of October. The letter below refers

Dear Mr



This message is to confirm that your application for further leave has now been decided and the decision is attached to this email.



This email is intended for Mr and if received in error should be deleted immediately. If you have received this email in error, please notify us via FHR2@homeoffice.gov.uk



Please DO NOT respond to this e-mail as this inbox will not be monitored.



Kind Regards



UK Visas and Immigration

Home office

Thanks @foxyvisa for your reply. Yea hes been invited to download the app since sept and since then its been radio silent. @lamakinde any developments with yours?

foxyvisa:
I applied 1st September, was invited to download the app 22nd September, I downloaded the app and uploaded my documents, did my photo capture on the app and submitted still using the app. Hope this helps.

My hubby has applied since July and no response as of yet. As anyone got a reply other than an invitation to download the app?

Hello Mr Lamakinde. Compliments of the season to you and yours. Husbands been back to uk now for a little over a year now. Can you believe how time has flown

Lamakinde:
Hello, long time.

Awwww such a faithful follower. Your pocket dey scratch you. Oya oga Lex how much do we need to finish that 100,000 capacity building in Abuja? Lol

Lexusgs430:



Congratulations........ Did I miss any mention of tithe payments?

Hi,

My hubby and I live in Manchester so holla if you need anything. Church contacts or where to get food stuffs or even work.

Good luck

Aphrodite007:
Hi guys!

so I got into the UK a week ago via Manchester and there was absolutely no problem. All the food stuff I carried were in tact (I even carried cooked food sef , as the Nigerian food lover that I am!).

Anyway, when I got to the POE, the gentleman there was absolutely sweet, he didn’t ask for any documents other than my passport and then chatted a bit about the city my husband lives in. Like it was just gist and him laughing at me that I would have to travel to Wales to pick up my BRP

I’m resting for now and would begin search for work soon. I’m expanding my search from professional IT work to even sales assistant jobs (the tip is to go to the website of the company you want to work for and search for positions- you can do this for M&S, Tesco (I think) primark and more).

Good luck to everyone that’s about to apply. The secret to getting the spousal visa is to reading this forum thoroughly, being truthful in your application and also being prayerful. Cheers!

No need to panic. You've got your visa and that's all that matters for now.
It took them a while to return my husband's docs. I think about 8 weeks or so if I'm not mistaken. Even @Lamakinde as well. They just have a backlog. Your docs will be returned.

Aphrodite007:
Guys, my documents have not been returned to me, should I panic? I got my visa since 27th Feb with an entry date of 3rd March. Is there an email I can mail for unreturned documents? I did and included the self-addressed envelop in my documents to them, and I am very meticulous, so i obviously made copies of everything i wanted returned to me, as instructed.

nethio:
Please fellas, what do they mean by if you have leaved together as a couple? I am filling the VAF4A. That area is grey for me because we haven't stayed together but have been seeing whenever in Nigeria. Secondly how does one account for things paid together, because I don't have receipts bearing both our names, but we have contributed money together before. Please I may be asking elementary questions but with the way I have been hearing scrupulous reasons for rejections I want to be properly guided by those that have been through this and are successful.
thanks

For my husband's one, I put the dates we spent together when I visited him in Nigeria. This also matched my flight details as well.
Secondly, if you sent her money or she sent you money wether through money transfer people or bank, highlight this in the statements you're submitting. She can get receipts from the money transfer person she used. Hope this is helpful. Good luck

The group is not monitored and no one replies to your queries so no point. I've asked a question over 2 weeks ago and not one single person responded.

Isommex:
Hello everyone hope everyone is doing great and i pray people wating for results we all hear a good news ijn. Just a quick one pls after you graduate from here where is the next group someone put the link long ago. Can someone direct pls.

Hi,

My husband has called council today to ask for his name to be on the council tax but they said he can't since his name is not on the mortgage. Do we need this to apply for the next stage and if so what can I do to get both our names on the council tax and the bill as proof of cohabitation?


Also, our house address is not showing up on the DVLA records. I think it's because it's a new built. How do I get our address to show for the purpose of driving licence and insurance?


Many thanks for your prompt reply always.

Portsmouth86:
Hi there

This is what I did for my husband and his arrival in the UK, just to give a heads up of what you may need to do next

My hubby arrived in the UK on Saturday 13th February

08/02/2016 Council Tax- I informed them as soon as I booked his flight (8th Feb) and advised what date he would be moving to the UK
15/02/2016- Went to the post office to collect BRP (Biometrics residents permit)
15/02/2016- Called Electricity, Southern Water and Portsmouth water and also called National Insurance line made application
16/02/2016- SSE (Electricity issued a bill) this was a PDF online bill I used as proof of address
17/02/2016- Opened NatWest Bank account and registered with GP
18/02/2016- I did my husband a CV and we went to the agencies and registered for work.
18/02/2016- Appointment with Lloyds Bank to open a Joint Savings account.

22/02/2016- FPR recruitment asked hubby to come in for a health and safety test PASSED
23/02/2016- Hubby started his first job in the UK in a bakery, and is still there smiley (and did SIA security training, now awaiting the licence)
24/02/2016- Applied online for a provisional Licence
02/03/2016- D/L application arrived pre filled, signed returned with BRP card
15/03/2016- BRP returned from DVLA ( I knew a licence is issued as the ref is a DL number smiley
16/03/2016- Provisional Arrived smiley

So in a nutshell:
-Council tax
-Collect BRP
-National Insurance
-Electric company
-Gas company ( if you have)
-Water company (both fresh and waste)

Then once you have a letter from one of the utilities or council tax:
-Bank Account
-GP
-Dentist (my husband hasn't yet registered with one )


useful information:
NI number:
https://www.gov.uk/apply-national-insurance-number call 0345 600 0643 Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm (make sure you state he has been offered a job but requires a NI number) they will ask why you need one although obvious, however you can actually work for up to 12 weeks without an NI number smiley this is issued now by the jobcentre Plus not DWP

You need to get proof of address before you can open a bank account or register with a GP, so make sure those are the first things, check your billing dates for utilities as you could time it to get a bill the following day, as i called the day before my bill was due to be generated (luckily)


Driving Licence ( international licence can be used for 12 months from entering UK)
https://www.gov.uk/apply-first-provisional-driving-licence


And make sure you file any letters for Joint or single names for your next stage FLR as you need to provide proof of cohabitation

I hope this helps

Hi Phoenix,

Ukvi never send confirmation email for receiving supporting documents. Tls tracker also takes a while to update their system. In my husband's case, they only updated their tracker on the 8th week after my husband sent them a complaint on their site and I suggest you do the same if you're worried. Good luck sir.

Phoenix77:



Can anyone pls help me out?

This is good but one more thing. Can the applicant write a letter of introduction as we just to bring home what the sponsor has written.

Phoenix77:
Good morning house... I'm ready to submit my application in a couple of days and I would like a final document check. So pls moderators and grad students, I would like you guys to help me go through the docs to be sure nothing is being left out. Trying to make the application water tight as possible. Thanks

Document check list
*Sponsors letter of intro
*sponsors 6mnth bank statements
* sponsors 6mnth pay slips
* Sponsors P60 form
* Tenancy agreement
* Property inspection letter
* Rent statement
* Council tax bill
* Tv license
* Sponsors bio page
* Sponsors contract of employment
* Sponsors work ID
* Immigration stamp(every time we met)
* Marriage cert( Ikoyi reg)
* Photocopy of wedding invite
* Daughters birth cert
* TB test result
* IELTS life skills A1 test result
* Applicants letter from employer
* Applicants 6mnth bank statement
* Applicants completed VAF form
* Applicants birth cert
* Communication proof
* Pics
* Applicants online print out

Thanks

Welcome Mr Lamakinde.....weve been expecting you. Have you received your supporting documents back yet?

So sorry for the refusal Ronvlaar. Please post the reasons here so we can put heads together and hopefully find a way out. Praying for you .

Lamakinde:

Oh.............. @Ronvlaar, it's well. Just got in two days ago. Been busy trying to get some stuff. Let's see if the reason could go through administrative review. It's well.

We also included screenshots of our WhatsApp video calls........showing both your images on an active call as this was our main source of communication.

deept:
for the guys concerned about proof of relationship and pictures, sometimes not about number but quality. they know we are africans/nigerians and are big on traditional wedding, this one is probably the hardest to fake, get pictures from your trad, you dobaleing for your families, she kneeling down before your parents, the one you take with the parents etc. the one you gbe the iyawo literarily.

photos signing the marriage registry, kneeling before the priest/pastor, if you had a weddinig reception, some from there.

if you have travelled together for honeymoon, copies of visa stamp and tickets a few pictures from there too.

Another one has graduated. Congrats to your wife please keep the good news coming people

Irhu32:
To God be the glory.My wife got entry clearance via today granted last week on the 13th. Thanks everyone for yr support and I hope you hear from them soon.Keep fingers crossed and try and distract yourself with any possible cos I tell you he no easy.
Online application 24Aug
Biometrics reg 28thAug
No email,no not straightforward application,no call to me or my employer or solicitor.
Decision made email 17th Nov
Dhl delivery of parcel 20th.
Good luck with everyone and if you need any info do give a text.

Lamakinde:

Have you gotten urs now? As we are yet to get ours. The tracking code is still giving errors, told my wife to check again on Monday because we need it for certain documentation.

.

Not received it yet o but at least hubby is back in my arms where he belongs.

God will make a way for you in pleasant places. It shall be good news. We'll all come rejoice with you like you've done for others.

ronvlaar:
Day58 today and message from Sheffield says Application not straightforward blah blah blah..
Anyway, still waiting sha and its not easy but I'm hopeful...

Wow congrats Dolly. Your case is a unique case o especially since you got application not straight forward email twice. God has done it for you. Come and join use enjoy this cold wether finally.

Dolly15:
Hi guys,

I just want to say a very big thank you to everyone that shared their thoughts regarding my previous post and also your prayers and encouragement.

God has done it and I’m grateful, as I received my visa today after 5months of waiting.

Timeline:

Application online submission- may 30th
Biometrics - June 6th
Documents sent to Sheffield - June 12th
Email confirming application received in Sheffield -
June 27th
Application not straightforward email received - Aug 24th
Escalation to MP by husband-September 13th
Email from Sheffield apologizing for delay as it’s been a busy period and aim to make a decision on or before October 31st - sep 25
Not straightforward email - Oct 16
Email received stating still working on application - Oct.30th

Documents returned to husband - Nov 8
Decision made and visa ready for collection mail received 2hrs apart - Nov 9.

Wishing all those still waiting for theirs goodnews soon.

Thank you sir and thanks for keeping this forum going.

justwise:


Great news!

Congratulations!

Hi,

Have your documents been returned to your wife yet? We haven't received ours back.

Lamakinde:

Hope Oga don dey warm up to leave? I just got virgin for Dec. It's well.

You want to wait that long? Lol. Hubby is staying another week to put things together......he booked BA. Where are you gonna be based?

Lamakinde:

Hope Oga don dey warm up to leave? I just got virgin for Dec. It's well.

Congratulations biometrics mate........we go come eat rice o. Exactly the same validity as my husband. God is faithful. So so happy for you and good luck to everyone that's applied and is yet to apply. Please ask any question you want and we'll add our two cents.

Lamakinde:

Alleluia, he has done it oooo oooo oooo. Visa given. Vignette is 9th Nov to 9th Dec. My case is really different. Wifey did not meet up with financial requirements and I didn't really know despite knowing that she had to cut down her hours so as to have more time for our son.
So I just packaged my accts to send totalling £15900 as added funds from me.
God is faithful, sending my timeline soon.

Abi o. So you can use it to buy private jet.......youre due one o.
On a serious note though, thank you so so much. I appreciate you and this forum. When you come to the UK well, Manchester don't be a stranger o.

Lexusgs430:


@tayeby78 - You remember this reply, amongst others? Congratulations......... It's now time you paid us our tithe......

I'm waiting for you to come share the good news with us. It's your time to give testimony......Jesus did it!

[quote author=Lamakinde post=62145886][/quote]

I don't see why not. Use the opportunity of the visit to take as many pictures together to use as evidence.

Whitnified:
Hi house, my husband currently has a UK visiting visa, will he be allowed to enter now that we are married. We are waiting for settlement documents to be complete before applying. Worried if he can still come visit me on this visa or we have to wait.

Thanks for your help so far

To God be all the glory .........Great things he hath done. Don't know if anyone remembers my story but I'll start from the beginning.

Timeline

Spousal application August 6 2016
Biometrics 12th August 2016
23rd Oct - application not straight forward email from ukvi.
January 17th 2017 - visa refused - based on financial requirements cos we submitted details for self employed and full time employment, English language and not enough evidence of our relationship

Feb 3rd - appealled asper lawyers advise

March - found this forum and was taking screenshots of everything............

April - notice of pending appeal

June - emailed Manchester MP who happens to be a labour candidate and they are in full support of immigrants - got the advise from this forum


July - got letter appeal listed for December 8th 2017 - Same day the MP replied me. Lol

August 9th - reapplied since the appeal was taking too long.

August - MP wrote me to find out the progress but I told her about the new application and that I wasn't coping, i was depressed and have to move in with my mother and appeal is taking too long.

17th August - Biometrics

Oct - tls hasn't updated that his application has been received by ukvi - I asked on this forum and Lamakinde advised to fill in their complaint section.

Within 2 working days the necessary adjustments was made on the tls tracker.

25th Oct - emailed mp to say I haven't heard anything from the second application.

Nov 6th - decision made email and passport ready for collection about 20 mins apart.

Hubby who has been carrying his collection letter in his car since last week just drove straight to Ikeja to go pick it up and low and behold his visa was there.

Just need to withdraw the appeal lo ba tan and of cos update the MP. Lol

Please everyone don't ever give up. Good luck to everyone waiting.......we shall all celebrate together here in this UK....my prayers are with you always.

deebaby05:
@tayeby78, expecting your own goodnews too. It will not delay and it's either YES or YES, nothing else ooo.