UK tier 5 visa priority service

[jess_taylor7]

Hello all,

I was wondering if anyone can give me some insight on the tier 5 uk visa priority service processing times.
I applied from the USA and paid for the priority service to get my visa asap. I got an email Tuesday 5/22 saying that they received my documents and pending assessment. I am trying to fly out 5/30-contingent upon receiving my visa beforehand.
Has anyone used the priority service? Is it very reliable? I was told by BUNAC that it will be processed within 3-7 days (given Monday is a holiday). Has anyone received the visa back to them before 7 days or does that just include them approving the visa-excluding the shipping time. I just don't want to buy my plane ticket and have to push the flight back...


Any insight would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you!

Jess

[klerks]

I have applied for my tier 5 sponsored by BUNAC on 7th May 18 and paid priority 5 day processing fee but still waiting after 20 working days

[The Station Agent]

Applications made in the States and paying for premium should be done within about 3 working days, but you have to add on the time for the passport to be flown around (the courier etc.).