target007:

Many Thanks @Johnwray, Yes very correct for point (3), OK I will get the call card from the online store I am using;

I am actually gobsmacked by the flimsy excuses they gave to justify their refusal for point 1 and 2.

Quick question though, Some of the documents like Letter from Employer and Landlord are retained by the ECO, do I have to get another copies for these and also do I have to send all the same original copies of the supporting documents or copies?

They usually keep any document addressed to them or perhaps you did not supply photocopy. In any case, you do not have to send those documents again. Just note that they already have them and refer to them within your statement. Further documents relating to the call card should be added as additional documents. If you are using the online call card, you should have a log of all purchased cards within your account. You can also print them out as evidence.

Note: The most important thing here is the card access number so provide adequate evidence to show this.

Sorry to hear the bad news

Points 1 and 2 are just rubbish
For point 3, I guess you use call cards so you itemised telephone bill only shows the dial access number (behind the card) and the recipient's number. You will need to provide a sample of the call card showing the access number... This will validate the telephone bill as evidence of communication.

MrsBee: Please advise on who to address the letter to and how to send it (email or by post) and also handwritten or typed? Thanks again.

For settlement visa - You need to appeal if you do not agree with their decision. Your right of appeal will be issued with the refusal
For Visit - There is admin review (if you have the right)

NOTE: only settlement visa applications from Nigeria are handled in Sheffield. Other visa categories are handled at the BHC where you made your application.

peacenlove: @ Justwise and all helpful forum members.
I kindly require some advise, ..........

Not sure this is the right thread - forum member pls provide guidance

Worth having a bash at admin review. Try and keep your argument strong but short - just a page long counter statement will do (no further evidence docs). just make references to the docs submitted earlier.

Issue to tackle - "Applicant was considered unsettled" due to 1) lack of ties and 2) financial circumstance. Number 1) you can easily get away with but 2) is a little tricky because ECO got it right somehow. I would concentrate more on 2) and play the human right card very well. God bless

TinyO: Hello everyone, Johnwray, Justwise,
I have a question, how long do I have to leave the country after receiving my visa. I am still waiting for my sons British passport. I would appreciate if anyone knows what I can do to fasten it,its been over 4months now.

I'd appreciate it if anyone can tell me what to do.

Godspeed to those waiting to hear about their appeals.

Cheers and God bless.

Usually 3 months from issue date but I wouldn't worry if i were you because you have a valid reason. You can inquire about your son's passport but they usually advise you wait at least 6 months before contacting them. Hope this helps

adetorosey: Hi Guys,
I sent an email to Sheffield yestarday night and got a reply not long ago. Below is the extract of the email sent to me:

Dear Mr XXXX,

Thank you for your email. A return package is not required as we will ship the passport back to the VFS office so that it can be delivered back to your wife. Once it is received - the Visa is usually processed quickly, however I am unable to give an accurate timeframe on how long ...............


Also, I found out that DHL shipping will cost 13k + 2k for insurance (Nigeria to UK).

None of the Couriers (DHL, TNT, UPS etc) provide return service from Nigeria. They normally return to closest BHC to you.

Regards

None of the Couriers (DHL, TNT, UPS etc) provide return service from Nigeria - FACT. UKBA will return to the closest BHC to you. Congrats!!

bubblygirl78: Goodmorning to all the beautiful pple in this house. How are u all doing? Its been a long time I got notification from this forum and I've also been trying to keep busy to keep my mind off this stress. And thank God hubby was with me in dubai in june and. Lagos in august.
Anyway, the appeal is still running but we are planning to put in a new application next week. The application mode has changed I hear. Settlement visa ie.
Pls does anybody have any tips that might be useful as I go this second time?
Thank u so much in advance.

Make sure you provide enough evidence to support your application and index using this format:

Sponsor's eligibility (e.g., british passport or residence card, etc)
Proof of relationship (e.g., marriage cert, photos, communication, cash remittance etc)
Education - if required(e.g., degree cert or other exam cert)
Medicals if required
Finance (e.g., payslips, bank statement etc)
Accommodation (e.g., tenancy agreement, council tax bill etc)

Of course your MONEY lol!

It is always advisable to detail how you met the above criteria in writing (personal statement) with reference to the evidence provided. Any discrepancy must be explained in clear terms - again with reference to the evidence docs..

errrmmm... Keep it short. God Bless

For those of you looking for a format (MP or AIT duty Judge]... you can use this as sample.... GOD BLESS

Dear [name of your MP]

I am a [BC/UK resident] living within your constituency. I write to ask for your assistance in expediting the above appeal for [visa category]. The appeal was lodged on [date] and UKBA has until [DATE] to review my submission before the appeal can proceed to court; should they decide to uphold their initial decision. This is a very lengthy waiting period especially for a [blah bla blah e.g., newly married couple]. In addition [blah blah blah... give further reasons... must be valid and backed with evidence]

I note that my application was wrongly refused on [blah blah blah... basis]; owing to the “tick-box” approach used by the ECOs at the UKBA. Properly trained staffs that have a fundamental understanding of the immigration rules would not refuse the application. In addition, when applicants have followed published guidance, but ECOs require further information to make a decision, it is only right that applicants are given an opportunity to provide this. Unfortunately, the perception of many ECOs is that it doesn’t matter if they come to the wrong decision, because there’s always an appeal to fall back upon if the applicant feels aggrieved.

Could you please contact [whoever has your application at present] on my behalf to expedite the process? Please see further details of the appeal below.

Appellant name:
Nationality:
Date of Birth:
Appeal no:

I hope to hear from you soon.

Regards

[your name]
[Appellant or Appeal representative]

[your full address within the constituency]

missjiji: @Johnwray - I have been a silent follower since April, the deadline the court gave the Nigerian Embassy is today, although I rang them and they said they have backlogs and the have touched my case yet.

Called UK court said no hearing date till next year... which is far abeg...

Please can you kindly send me the draft of the MP letter, just to speed the process.

I will really appreciate your reply.

Thank you.

Not sure what visa category you applied for but in any case, please note that MP does not speed the process. They can only inquire on your behalf. If you want your case handled quicker and you have valid reason(s), contact AIT with some evidence. If you must write your local MP, just explain your case (preferably in writing) and ask for their assistance. This way they can forward your write-up along with their inquiry to UKBA and all parties can keep track. hope this helps.

leeon2011:

Hi johnwray

Im still waiting nothing came yet im in so much tension because today is 22 week
I dont know what to do
Im worried that they dont give hearing date next year
Now no chance that Ecm overturn ?? Or ??
Plz help me out

By default, AIT would update all parties (you and UKBA) after the 19 week window. They might have sent you a letter which you have not received yet. I advise you e-mail AIT today (Customer.Service@hmcts.gsi.gov.uk)for update.

email subject: [appeal reference number]

Body: I write regarding the above appeal. I note that the 19 week notice for ECM review ended [date] and I am yet to receive an update. Could you please let me know the current status of the appeal.

Regards

[Name]
[Appellant/Representative].. please choose one


what happens next....

If they have information, they will tell you all about it. However, if they don't, they will chase UKBA for info.

adetorosey: Yes Johnwray, my question has been answered. I just need your help in drafting a sample letter to send to d sheffield office.

Regards

What letter are you talking about?

If its just to know the progress of your appeal, one or two lines to the sheffield office will do as long as you provide the necessary details i.e Name of appellant, DoB and appeal reference. Named representative is only required if you are inquiring on appellant's behalf. girlfio provided a very nice format above.

If you are talking about expedite, I am afraid it is a little too late. If you wish to go ahead, your letter should be addressed to AIT duty judge for approval (see earlier threads for full address detail). You need to tell them why your case should be treated earlier and provide evidence. the process could take up to 5 weeks. As for draft, there is no format - nobody can tell your story better than you so write from your heart. hope this helps.

Mrs F: @johnwray
R yu saying it is ok to be in the UK while you have an appeal pending for a spousal visa? I have asked 2 immigration lawyers and I have gotten different responses on told me not to visit as I may be stopped at the airport, the other told me it doesn't affect the appeal and since my visa wasn't cancelled I can visit. So I really dunno which one to blive

Your answer is here: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/policyandlaw/guidance/ecg/apl/apl1/
Go to: APL1.20 Applicant makes fresh application while an appeal is outstanding

adetorosey: Hi Johnwray,

I might not have the patience to wait for your reply. I will rather go ahead with my case on here. My wife was refused settlement visa in March 2013 and we appeal in April 2013. The lapse date given in Sept 2013. I just came back from naija. Trust me the wait is so agonizing. I came across ur numerous posts when I was searching if my wife could come visit me as I have missed her so much.
Now str8 to my point, I will appreciate if you could help with a draft format of letter to send to sheffield office, lagos office and my Local MP.
I have met all points highlighted by the ECO in the refusal letter especially my tax return for my self-employment, but I have made the payment as it is'nt due until January 2014.
I could furnish you with more information (I don't mind). I need all the help I could get at this point. I will provide you my private email address if you want.
Thanks for helping out on this forum. I know God sees your hard work and He will surely touch life where needed.

regards

Distress citizen.

I believe girlfio has answered your question above. Since your deadline is in sept, chances are your case is being decided now. I advise you wait patiently now or contact the sheffield office if you must.

Regarding the visit visa, YES you can apply for that but NOTE: Your partner must return to Nigeria when they issue the settlement visa. The visa becomes invalid after 3 months if not used.

adetorosey:


Is the date given on the first letter received from the tribunal suppose to be the end of the 19weeks? I am not sure just want clarification.

Yes..
Please provide the following dates if possible

date of appeal:
deadline for ECM review (see your acknowledgement letter):

leeon2011:


Hi I mail them twice still no responseIs that take time 12 week to get any news Or they will overtun or is gon'n in hearing

If you have not received a response after the 19 week period, you nee to contact AIT who will chase it up.

halle26:

@ JOHNWRAY

any update about your cousin's application and how long did it take for her passport to be returned?

Sorry for the late response. Her passport was returned 2 weeks after. She is actually here with me as i type. it is bank holiday today so i went to visit them.

jenni1108:

Hi john I will send you an email later this afternoon as I believe I have a few valid reasons to expedite the process. I personally don’t think considering many things going on right now that my circumstances can wait until end of November. Considering that November date doesn’t guarantee the visa will even be issued.

Okay. Please remember to disclose it on here (NOT PRIVATE msg) so others can benefit from it.

This is what happens when AIT accepts your reasons:

They will send you and UKBA a copy of the agreement which usually gives UKBA 3 - 4 weeks to respond to the review case. It will also state that AIT has the right to fix a hearing date (oral appeal) or decide the case (paper appeal) after the specified date. They will consider your circumstance when they fix any dates so it should be early enough.

mato-justo:
@justwise and matadaz,thanks so much,pls can u pple give me the E-mail Address of the BHC for me to mail them,and pls is it compulsory for them to have send my package to the UKBA without IA10 form send to me?,becos i dont knw the department that mail me yesterday,becos is different department dat have been mailing me with different Ref, the one that mail me yesterday is Ref:RS, the previous one b4 dat read Ref:TM and so on and so forth.i dont know maybe is becos i gave them a call yesterday and they ask aft my name,date of birth,and Appeal num,which i give to them,and they said my last mail have been forwarded to the fee investigation team to search for the payment,so i dont knw maybe is the department i call dat have replied back to me that they did not see an Appeal with dat formation given on their database.

Not clear what the problem is from your explanation. In addition to the advise from other members, could you get your sponsor (if he/she is listed as your appeal rep) to call them?

When writing again please state the following clearly:

Your Name and DoB
Your Appeal number (if you know it)
Date you sent the appeal docs
Date they received it (if applicable)
Date you received payment notification from them
Date you made the payment and method of payment (this should show on your sponsor's bank statement). e.g., the the appeal fees left my sponsor's [HSBC/Lloyds/Natwest/Halifax etc] bank account ending [nnnn] on [date].

Then ask them to trace and get back to you ASAP.

Note: Avoid unnecessary/long grammar. Stay blessed

Just FYI

MP can inquire on your behalf but not expedite your case. You will need a valid reason which must be stamped by AIT to expedite your case. You can choose to send this through your MP which is long winded (MP - UKBA - AIT - then UKBA if accepted) or do this yourself (Applicant - AIT - UKBA if accepted).

UKBA will only honor expedite agreement stamped by AIT

jenni1108: I have just tried to call my MP, only getting her voice mail (yet they want £75k), hopefully I will get a phonecall back.
Is there anyway of finding out whats going on with my appeal, I called last week and they refused to discuss anything with me as they are only dealing with cases submitted before 11/6/2013.
I hate the way an ECO can lie to make a decision and then make u wait or reapply only for them to either waste your time or refuse again.

it is easier and better to write your MP than calling them. There is a dedicated department within the home office (based in Manchester) who deals with MP requests and they will only give you definitive response if you write.

As for the Appeal, IAT's job for now is only to process your appeal bundle and send it off to Sheffield VS. For now, AIT can only tell you when your appeal was processed and how long the HO has to respond. The next time they will have information will be in cases where ECO upholds their original decision. This is when the actual appeal starts. Right now your appeal is going through a review process.

damyoyepitan: Windseeker and blower .congrats .ow long did it take and wanted to ask if my notification of result is available ,can dt stand for my certificate .

Notification of english test is not acceptable. I have seen someone refused because of this.

bubblygirl78: Hello all.
@ just wise and @ johnwray. and @girlfio

Is it possible to make another application without withdrawing the one that has gone to appeal?

Of not, what would be the best format to write a withdrawal letter?

Thank you.

see your answer here http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/policyandlaw/guidance/ecg/apl/apl1/


APL1.20 Applicant makes fresh application while an appeal is outstanding

A person who has an appeal pending can make a fresh application for entry clearance in the same or any other category. There is no requirement for a person to withdraw an appeal. If an appellant is subsequently issued an entry clearance, Post must inform the Tribunals Service at: eco.contact@hmcts.gsi.gov.uk. The ECO must ensure that a proforma of Withdrawal of Decision is also sent to the Tribunals Service and this appeal will stop.

Godson311: Hello Justwise, johnwray, girlfio and other experts in the house, I have been following the thread for sometimes now which helped me to gather information for my settlement visa application as a fiancé to my partner. we plan to do our wedding in the uk within 6 months of my arrival. My application was refused base on silly excuses (1.) That i have not provided evidence of an actual booking for the wedding and (2.) That my partners payslip doesn't cover the entire 6 months as stated in the immigration rule and furthermore that the letter from employer submitted stated that she works flexibly with them and can still make on-going bookings.

Evidence of the two points highlighted above was provided in the application. we approached the registry office in uk and we were told that both of us have to be present in uk and attend interview before they are able to give us an appointment slot. They gave us an enquiry form when we submitted alongside with the application and for the payslip stuff, the ECO was wicked as 6 months payslip was submitted.

Please house, i'm not sure weather to appeal or make a fresh application becos with the new process, appeal may take long time but on second thought, those points if addressed correctly in the appeal, the ECM may overturn the decision and i grant the visa. Pls your advice will be well appreciated. Thanks and awaits your response.

Re-application is quicker if you can afford it but I always advice an appeal. For the first point you just need to state that an appointment can only be made at the registry with both parties present. Also you have not made any other booking e.g., halls for after party because you are not sure when the visa will be approved.

for the second point, see http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/policyandlaw/immigrationlaw/immigrationrules/appendix-fmse/

Pay attention to the following, especially the b part. your partner is allowed to do temp work as long as he/she meets the requirement; so you need to use this link as evidence within your write-up.

2. In respect of salaried employment in the UK (except where paragraph 9 applies), all of the following evidence must be provided:

(a) Wage slips covering:

(i) a period of 6 months prior to the date of application if the person has been employed by their current employer for at least 6 months (and where paragraph 13(b) of this Appendix does not apply); or
(ii) any period of salaried employment in the period of 12 months prior to the date of application if the person has been employed by their current employer for less than 6 months (or at least 6 months but the person does not rely on paragraph 13(a) of this Appendix), or in the financial year(s) relied upon by a self-employed person.

(b) A letter from the employer(s) who issued the wage slips at paragraph 2(a) confirming:

(i) the person's employment and gross annual salary;
(ii) the length of their employment;
(iii) the period over which they have been or were paid the level of salary relied upon in the application; and
(iv) the type of employment (permanent, fixed-term contract or agency).

(c) Personal bank statements corresponding to the same period(s) as the wage slips at paragraph 2(a), showing that the salary has been paid into an account in the name of the person or in the name of the person and their partner jointly.

(d) Where the person is a director of a limited company based in the UK, evidence that the company is not of a type specified in paragraph 9(a). This can include the latest Annual Return filed at Companies House.

mato-justo:
@justwise and johnwray and all forum mate,pls i was sent an Email on 27/06/2013 by the tribunal to pay my appeal fees latest 02/07/2013,so my sponsor in uk help me to pay on 28/07/2013 been the second day of they sent the mail to me. So on the 1st of july i sent an Email to them to inform the Tribunal that my sponsor in uk have paid for my appeal on 28th of June and my appeal refference num and my appeal num,and they sent an Email back to me,dat the have received the mail i sent to them,that despite the mail i sent to them,they will need up to 10working days for the payment to clear in their Acct,that after dat they will right to me.but yet to receive any mail,just want ask that what should i be expecting aft this,and what will be the next step in my Appeal?

Ask your sponsor to call them. They will tell him/her if the payment has cleared. Alternatively, you can send them a reminder email and they will surely get back to you.

target007:

Here you go check= http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/general-info/administrative-review/

Note the statement in the 3rd paragraph:'However, all applicants can apply for an administrative review, which is a mechanism for reviewing refusal decisions.'

please fill out the form and explain that

1. you have your original marriage certificate but was mistakenly excluded

2. Your payslips may have been lumped up with other supporting docs so the ECO found it difficult to make out which is the correct payslips

3. That you have now retrieved all your communication with your spouse via the Skype helpdesk which you were not aware that you can be able to retrieve before.

Explain to him/her to re-consider your application in the light that you will now make sure the supporting evidences will be properly package this time around in order for the ECO to sort them without any issue.

I believe it will work ... just try it ... you have nothing to loose.

Send the application back with your VAC Ref No. Sheffield Visa Section with the attention of the ECO that worked on your last application.

This only applies to unsuccessful visa applicants under the points-based system. Take note.

target007:


Well that is another stuffs ... may be you will then have to ask the appeal tribunal to send your pack to the ECM in Sheffield. Although, on closer look it seems to me that during appeal what looks like the review process can be ordered really ... see http://ukimmigrationspecialist.com/2012/08/17/immigration-appeals-timelines/

See just do the two ...I think you can always ask your document back.

The link specified above only applies to applications made within the UK although they follow similar procedure. For overseas applications (i.e., settlement visas), you must follow the guidelines as stated in the refusal docs. ebeano - take note. Other overseas visa application such as tourist, point-based etc follow a different procedure and appeal rights are often limited.

Also FYI ebeano, administrative review does not apply to your category so do not bother. Follow instructions on the refusal docs.

bubblygirl78: Hello everyone,

Just got a court date of anovember 27th So we have decided to reapply.

Can anyone intimate me on this new application process ?

girlfio:

I don't believe there has been any real change in the process, I believe there is a new form to fill in and it probably costs slightly more for the application but it would probably be best to check the UKBA website. I've just had a quick glance, looks like you'll need all the same documents. Just focus on proving beyond any doubt your relationship, financial status of the sponsor and the suitability of your accommodation. Its also a lot easier to prove your English language by doing the test, unless you attended a recognised UK university. Trusting God that it will all work out for you this time.

@ bubblygirl - http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitecontent/newsfragments/84-nigeria-settlement

Also, as girlfio pointed out, there is a new application form and application fee has gone up slightly. Pay attention to the areas she pointed out too i.e., accommodation, finance and proof of r/ship. Degree from Nigerian university is fine but you need the original certificate. Good luck

target007:

@darlene_10, Congrats oh ... yours seem faster than that of @ebean049, although it looks within the 60 days forecasted period by UKBA to have completed 75%.

Well we have just submitted our application and I will like eagle eyes guys to help scrutinize the possibility of a first time approval here, though I hope I am not puting the horse before the cart having submitted the application already...but we got the ideas of what documents to submit from this forum coupled with the UKBA sites as well.

Well here is the list of what was submitted as supporting documents as evidence for our application:

A. Application
1. covering letter detailing our relationship history( how we met, How we communicated even before we met face to face, place and date of marriage), plans to committing to living together permanently in the UK.
2. Sponsor's decalration letter for the applicant

B. Evidence of Age
1. Wife's date of birth
2. My British passport biodata page

C. Evidence of Marriage and Freedom from marriage
1. Our marriage certificate
2. Wedding photographs
3. UK Decree Absolute certificate

D. Evidence that we have met, Marriage is genuine and subsisting
1. Our wedding photographs plus loads of other photos showing us together at different places in nija.
2. Communication (Email logs starting from the beginning of dating till very recent as much as we can get, daily phone call logs itemised showing call dates and time, caller and reciever phone numbers and call duration).
3. Western union receipts for monthly allowance to fiance before marriage.
4. Evidence of birthday gift, cash gift for Xmas and valentine celebration.

E. Evidence of Sponsor's Financial State
1. UK Employment letter on my company letterhead (stating title and gross salary per year, date i joined, type of employment)
2. Recent P60 (original and a copy)
3. 6 months bank stmts (original direct from the bank)
4. 6 months payslips ( printed copies with company logo)
5. Savings bank passbook copies.
6. Company shares stmt copies
7. Wife's savings passbook (original and copies)

F. Evidence of accommodation
1. Original Tenancy Agreement
2. Letter from Landlord stating wife can stay and flat exclusively for our use.
3. BT Bill for proof of address

G. Evidence of English language Ability
1. Wife's B.Sc degree certificate,LASU (Original and copy)

H. Evidence of Spouse travel
1. Copies of my boarding passes
2. Copy of passport showing visa, entry and departure pages ( as I used my British passport to travel to Nija)

I. Evidence of Job opportinity for Wife in the UK
1. copies of job adverts in wife's areas of specialities and statement of intent and how to seek for good opportunities in the UK without recourse to public fund.


Well, I need to say that we are introduced by a friend in nigeria some 11 months ago before our wedding last month in Nigeria and we only stay together for two weeks ( 1 week before and 1 week after the wedding).

I also need to mention that it never cross my mind that I will fall in love with someone remotely with just the pictures and daily chatting on phones and emails but it did happened we genuinely fell in love and our physical first time meeting was as if we had been going out for years...we are christians and we were truthful and open to each other through out and it was very easy for us to blend together so much so that it was a surprise to all our friends who knew about how we met.

My concern is, giving all the loads of supporting documents above, will the ECO be spotty about the length of the relationship and time together leading to the wedding, do they look at these stuffs, seriouly?

Explicit!!

blind r/ship is not enough reason to refuse you as long as you have enough docs to show communication. I see a straight forward approval here. Good luck

Matadaz: @ justwise
@ johnwray

thanks a lot for all the concern.
the basic reasons are lack of proof of subsisting relationship
and proof of my sponsor's finance.I was having a solicitor who
was not very knowledgeable,he hasn't got any idea about all the
immigration rules and He even filed my appeal out of time without
any supporting document,He was just after the little money I will
pay him.
I've changed him to someone very must better,who tried to quickly
send necessary supporting document,but unfortunately it was late.
I just wish I can write a letter to the judge to bring back the date.

thanks a lot

Reason: Financial difficulty

this is just a draft so you really need to write properly. If your sponsor is your legal rep for this appeal, this should be written and signed by him/her. Key things to mention are as follows:

Date of intitial application
Date of refusal
applicant/appellant lost his/her job [date-los-job]
these dates are necessary to work out how long sponsor had been providing subsistence for applicant/appellant. you will see where to slot this time period below.

since [date-los-job], sponsor has been taking care of [appellant's] living expenses as well as his/her's in the uk. it has been over [n months] since appellant lost his/her job.
sponsor to mention his/her monthly earnings and outgoings in the uk and how much they have left afterwards. from this, he/she still have to send [amount] each month to [applicant] in Nigeria.
sponsor cannot keep up anymore because he/she is going into increased debt especially if he/she has to continue this way until the appeal hearing date [date].
applicant is and has been actively looking for job in nigeria but no success so far.... explain how difficult it is to get a job in nigeria.

i hope this helps...
note: this has to be written by the appeal rep, addressed to the duty immigration judge and marked urgent. I have provided this info somewhere in the thread before. always end with "awaiting your response".

I hope this helps...

well spotted brov..

@ matadaz - pls disclose the specified info above so we can help u better. justwise is absolutely right.

@ justwise

i understand but the private message is merely to establish if he stands a chance... as you know, the person might not be comfortable to disclose confidential docs in public. I need to see them (read between lines)in order to make better judgement. the expedite letter that follows (if need be) will then come on the thread for others to see.

@ Matadaz

could you disclose the following:

reasons for initial refusal as stated by ECO
Your appeal response + docs submitted in support

This way we can establish why ECM upheld their decision. If you stand a chance, then I will do a draft expedite letter which you need to send to the duty judge

justwise, i hope you now understand why i asked for a private msg first.

Matadaz: @johnwray

Pls I need ur advise abeg
My wife got my appeal hearing date 2day.
D date is 13 nov, this is like 6 months after d initial 19wks.
This is really far for me, pls is there anything I can do to bring back the date,can I write to the tribunal ?.

Takia

send me a private message and we will tackle it this weekend. we will first check to see if you stand a chance at the hearing and if yes, we will go ahead with the expedite. dnt panic.