SET(M) - ILR Turnaround times for Postal Applications

[Iman230]

Hi

Can anyone advise how long their application took for a decision to take place when applied for by Post?

This for an applicant nearing the end of their 2 Year Settlement Visa for a Spouse?

Please comment and also cast your vote
*excludes Sat and Sun

[Emrah]

Hi

Can anyone advise how long their application took for a decision to take place when applied for by Post?

This for an applicant nearing the end of their 2 Year Settlement Visa for a Spouse?

Please comment and also cast your vote
*excludes Sat and Sun

it takes at least 3 months for decision.

[Iman230]

But wouldn't that then expire the Existing VISA? Deeming the Spouse an overstayer?

[lolainkent]

But wouldn't that then expire the Existing VISA? Deeming the Spouse an overstayer?

Provided you apply before the Visa actually expires, your immigration status stays as is until a decision is reached.

My Set(M) application took 11 days short of 4 months.

[z18runway]

As member Emrah said, it takes 3 months , current waiting time

[Iman230]

Wow, thats very long

So: For Settlement Spouse Visa on the 2 Year route it takes

1. Around 3 months for a decision
2. Your immigration status stays the same whilst the application is being decided (Even if that coincides with your Visa expiry) So you stay in the UK and not classed as an over stayer?
So if Visa expires in Nov, answer by Feb?
3. No Travel outside of the UK whilst your application is being checked

Would it better to get a decision on the day and pay for the premium service?

[z18runway]

Wow, thats very long

So: For Settlement Spouse Visa on the 2 Year route it takes

1. Around 3 months for a decision
2. Your immigration status stays the same whilst the application is being decided (Even if that coincides with your Visa expiry) So you stay in the UK and not classed as an over stayer?
So if Visa expires in Nov, answer by Feb?
3. No Travel outside of the UK whilst your application is being checked

Would it better to get a decision on the day and pay for the premium service?

Yes

[Emrah]

Wow, thats very long

So: For Settlement Spouse Visa on the 2 Year route it takes

1. Around 3 months for a decision
2. Your immigration status stays the same whilst the application is being decided (Even if that coincides with your Visa expiry) So you stay in the UK and not classed as an over stayer?
So if Visa expires in Nov, answer by Feb?
3. No Travel outside of the UK whilst your application is being checked

Would it better to get a decision on the day and pay for the premium service?

Yes it is better if you have got extra money and if you have got all your documents correct do it.

[lolainkent]

Wow, thats very long

So: For Settlement Spouse Visa on the 2 Year route it takes

1. Around 3 months for a decision
2. Your immigration status stays the same whilst the application is being decided (Even if that coincides with your Visa expiry) So you stay in the UK and not classed as an over stayer?
So if Visa expires in Nov, answer by Feb?
3. No Travel outside of the UK whilst your application is being checked

Would it better to get a decision on the day and pay for the premium service?

1. 3 months is the average, I think. Some people will luck out and get it quick, others will wait. Doesn't seem to make any sense to it. But also don't bank on it coming back to you in 3 months just in case it takes 4-5 months.
2. You are not an overstayer if you apply before the Visa expires. If it expires Nov 21, and the UKBA has your application by then, you're fine. You can use the NHS, work, etc. My Visa did expire in Nov, I had my BRP in March.
3. Can't leave the country. Neither can your partner unless you use the Settlement Checking Service.