Use this section for any queries concerning the EU Settlement Scheme, for applicants holding pre-settled and settled status.
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adrianspence
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by adrianspence » Fri Feb 19, 2016 10:48 am
Hello all,
I have been silently following this board for a year now and GENUINE THUMBS UP for you guys.
I will like to get advice from the gurus on where on here about how to withdraw EEA(EFM) and replace with EEA(FM). I have to do this myself as i cannot afford anymore solicitor's fee. I an non-EU and was an overstayer before my EEA 2 application.
My details are below:
EEA EFM applied: 13/07/15
COA received: 31/07/15 (no right to work)
Bio letter received:19/08/15 enrolled: 24/08/15
Gave notice of marriage:09/10/15
Home office decided to investigate (we only received letter asking for our email addresses and phone number)
Home visit:15/12/15
Letter confirming we complied with the marriage investigation and to go ahead and marry received: 18/12/15
Married: 21/12/15
Sent Home Office marriage cert: 23/12/15
So far it has been over 6 months and no sign of my RC. I have been in touch with my MP who contacted the Home Office on my behalf and the response was that i have to carry on waiting. I have missed for great employment opportunities since the end of December so now i have decided to withdraw the EFM application and apply as FM.
All possible contributions will very much appreciated.
Regards,
Adrian
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Obie
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by Obie » Fri Feb 19, 2016 10:51 am
No point withdrawing anything.
You could send the marriage certificate and asked them to give consideration to that.
Smooth seas do not make skilful sailors
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adrianspence
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by adrianspence » Fri Feb 19, 2016 10:54 am
Thanks for swift reply Obie,
I sent my marriage cert via my lawyer on 23/12/15 with a letter asking them to consider it. Didn't get any response.
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noajthan
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by noajthan » Fri Feb 19, 2016 11:08 am
adrianspence wrote:Hello all,
I have been silently following this board for a year now and GENUINE THUMBS UP for you guys.
I will like to get advice from the gurus on where on here about how to withdraw EEA(EFM) and replace with EEA(FM). I have to do this myself as i cannot afford anymore solicitor's fee. I an non-EU and was an overstayer before my EEA 2 application.
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So far it has been over 6 months and no sign of my RC. I have been in touch with my MP who contacted the Home Office on my behalf and the response was that i have to carry on waiting. I have missed for great employment opportunities since the end of December so now i have decided to withdraw the EFM application and apply as FM.
All possible contributions will very much appreciated.
Regards,
Adrian
One of the clauses on the application form/guidance states any material changes since application have to be notified to HO.
You could write with your updated information & appropriate evidence (eg marriage certificate) cross-referencing original application.
(Congratulations btw).
All that is gold does not glitter; Not all those who wander are lost. E&OE.
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adrianspence
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by adrianspence » Fri Feb 19, 2016 11:19 am
noajthan wrote:adrianspence wrote:Hello all,
I have been silently following this board for a year now and GENUINE THUMBS UP for you guys.
I will like to get advice from the gurus on where on here about how to withdraw EEA(EFM) and replace with EEA(FM). I have to do this myself as i cannot afford anymore solicitor's fee. I an non-EU and was an overstayer before my EEA 2 application.
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So far it has been over 6 months and no sign of my RC. I have been in touch with my MP who contacted the Home Office on my behalf and the response was that i have to carry on waiting. I have missed for great employment opportunities since the end of December so now i have decided to withdraw the EFM application and apply as FM.
All possible contributions will very much appreciated.
Regards,
Adrian
One of the clauses on the application form/guidance states any material changes since application have to be notified to HO.
You could write with your updated information & appropriate evidence (eg marriage certificate) cross-referencing original application.
(Congratulations btw).
Thanks noajthan marriage has been great fun so far.
A letter was sent by my lawyer together with my marriage certificate on 23/12/2015 and it referenced my original application. (i have a copy of the letter so i am certain what was written in it).
My problem is that i really need to get back into work and it is very tough trying to convince employers that i am legally allowed to take employment.
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adrianspence
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by adrianspence » Fri Feb 19, 2016 4:43 pm
**Quick update**
My application has been refused with right of appeal.
Reason for refusal is that my sponsor is on a casual contract and claiming housing benefits.
They also mentioned that she works 20.03hrs per week and earn £146 per week (both statements are not correct).
I am torn between appealing and re-applying; any ideas please
Thanks in advance
