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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 1:31pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
Pogracious:The council will usually have your course end date and will bill accordingly. However your wife should have been exempted as well in the first place... 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Amarathripple0: 1:31pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
Ahappygirl:But they still have to reach out to the school as opposed to just waiting because some of these universities are not proactive and are unceremoniously slow; case in point my uni. So OP should still reach out regardless. I understand the need to add extra time on the Visa, however, having a PSW visa increases your chances of getting a better job which you can then use to transition to a Tier 2 visa even faster. Waiting until March for the visa is counter productive in my opinion as you might lose out on good employment because of this. However, to each their own. |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Amarathripple0: 1:33pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
Ahappygirl:Oh okay, this makes sense. Lol you are not useless in tech, I can see the highlighted part of the screenshot. |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Amarathripple0: 1:36pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
June232022:Has she received her statement of result? |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Ahappygirl: 1:38pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
You're totally right.. Though OP mentioned they had reached out with no feedback, just like you said, they should keep trying, my point is just that they should not apply till they are certain their names have been forwarded, applying before this can come back with a refusal and I personally know who this happened to. With an in time application, you can still get a job, I did. All I did was to let them know, I had an application with home office and I provided the reference. TBH, not all employers would take you with that but it still happens. I wish them all the best with any decision they decide to make. Amarathripple0: 3 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Ahappygirl: 1:39pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
Hahaha..if only you know how useless I am with tech..lol. Thanks dear Amarathripple0: 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Amarathripple0: 1:41pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
Ahappygirl:Touché 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by June232022: 1:54pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
mizGene: I applied for jobs and one told me to renew my visa first before giving me the job so tired abeg |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by babajeje123(m): 2:59pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
Ahappygirl:But will they be able to work? |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Ahappygirl: 3:04pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
If they are currently employed they can still be with their company and give the renewed visa when available. If unemployed, might be lucky to get a company who understands that your current visa is still valid till you get a decision, they'll ask for your in time application and reference number. TBH, not all companies are that patient. babajeje123: |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 3:08pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
June232022: Don't let it discourage you, it is the same for most ppl initially, it just takes one positive response to change the entire story. So keep going at it, there are many employers who will sponsor without issues. 7 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Amarathripple0: 3:34pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
June232022:Sending you a lot of love and a gigantic hug. One will definitely click, just keep on applying. 2 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Mosme: 5:06pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
Hi everyone, Please I need help, I got into the UK few weeks ago with a healthcare restricted visa. I was suppose to resume on the 1st of November but my employer has said dbs needs to be gotten before work can start. They have updated the home office with a new start date by 20th of November. Please I will like to know if I can get any other part time job as a way to get income and keep busy instead of staying at home 24/7. I want to know if it is against my visa to get other part time jobs that are not healthcare. Thank you |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Happyfellow147: 5:39pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
Thanks Amarathripple0: |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Happyfellow147: 5:41pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
Thanks mizGene: 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Maturedhustler: 5:49pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
mizGene: In my case, I was exempted from tax as a student but got a letter from council to start paying tax some weeks after the school notified me that I have graduated. I initially wrote back that I am still a student because I have a date on my BRP till January 2023 and council requested I should send Student status letter. I rushed back to school web to download as usual. Only to find out I have been blocked . Sincerely, individuals have to prepare for surprises . I thought I will be exempted till January or when I start making taxable salary. I recently took a job after my program but pays less than £800/month. Pls can I still write for exemption/reduction till January or when my Salary is above £1k/month. My house rent (£950/month) and many other unexpected expenses depleted my POF very fast. Recent high exchange rate is not helping matter too. Thanks 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Maturedhustler: 6:18pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
mizGene: I was working with this strategy to possibly get sponsored between now and January and if that failed, take PSW option by January 2023 close to expiration of current BRP date. It’s been tough seeing any company willing to take new employee with less than 6 months to leave to remain date. I guess right thing to do now is to take PSW on time and be in better position for other opportunities. Aunty Stella dey one corner too I will be glad those who knows/recently completed PSW application can help me answer below questions: 1. Can I pay for PSW application with AMEX card? Preparing my options and strategy 2. Which date will be on new BRP? Date of application or when the visa is issue? 3. Will I be able to complete my dependents (husband and kids) online or have to visit a VFS for biometrics? What’s the experience like? 4. I have read different date to complete this PSW application (2days and 4-8weeks)? Which one is correct or it depends on individual application. 5. Not related to PSW. Is there any mobile company that offers family package of home WiFi and multiple sims (4-5) for mobile phones? Trying to see if I can save money from combination of Vodafone and giff gaff for family. Thanks in advance. 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by TheGuyFromHR: 6:25pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
Maturedhustler: Your university will have issued you with a letter stating when your course will end which you sent to the council to back up your application for the full-time student exemption. It is that date that determines when your exemption from council tax ends, not the date on your BRP, which includes an extra 4 months to enable students take resits, where applicable, and generally settle everything they have to do in the UK, etc. before they have to leave the country. 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by seunoj: 6:26pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
Mosme:Read the conditions of your visa again but this time slowly. It clearly states the type of jobs(additional) that you are allowed to take. |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by semmyk(m): 6:36pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
You post is not clear what your status is. On student moving to skilled worker? UPDATED [s]Already in the UK: seems so from your post[/s] On taking additional work, there were discussion some pages back (though on removing the non-restriction for healthcare worker and placing them back on max of 20 hrs for additional work). Can't remember what page again. Generally speaking, one might do limited additional work. Not sure in your case, as you've not started! www.gov.uk/health-care-worker-visa/taking-a-second-job Taking on additional work You can do additional paid work on this visa as long as you’re still doing the job you’re being sponsored for. You can also do unpaid voluntary work. - You can work up to 20 hours a week in a job that’s either: -- in the same occupation code and at the same level as your main job -- in a shortage occupation ... ... See also www.gov.uk/health-care-worker-visa Employment from the eye of the employer (HR): www.gov.uk/government/publications/employment-status-and-employment-rights/employment-status-and-employment-rights-guidance-for-hr-professionals-legal-professionals-and-other-groups As to whether your employer can bar you pending successful DBS, that's a different dynamics. Some guide though. www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-update-service-applicant-guide/dbs-update-service-applicant-guide Mosme: |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 7:46pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
seunoj:Pls advise... Can one take on additional hours with sponsoring employer but in a different role which isn't on the shortage list?
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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by June232022: 8:14pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
Amarathripple0: it can be very frustrating the one i got was amazon warehouse job standing for 10hrs nope i left my wife has applied for a lot too, i want her to get first while i sort myself out shes getting tired and stopped applying i had to encourage her to conitnue 4 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by rayralph(m): 8:28pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
Pogracious: Your wife shouldn’t pay council tax whilst you’re a student. Apply for a refund. https://www.casemine.com/judgement/uk/5a8ff72860d03e7f57ea8dcf/amp https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/law/local-government/65852.article Collect your money ! 6 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Amarathripple0: 8:39pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
June232022:I understand that it can be frustrating but she only just finished so she shouldn't put too much pressure on herself. Eventually, you both will get good jobs. Honestly the trick is to not be too forward to disclose the type of visa you are on. As a student looking for full time work ahead of your course end date, never say you are on a student visa. Just say you have a Visa that allows you to work, and when they ask you what type of visa and when it expires, Just say Tier 4, tell them the date and then follow up with " I'll renew the visa before it expires for 2 more years". Some are kind to students and don't care about your visa type but a lot of these recruiters don't understand it so they just use it to cancel you. I mean just look at the attached. 1 Like
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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by lightnlife: 10:25pm On Nov 06, 2022 |
That's where the knowledge of underwriting terms comes in handy. TheGuyFromHR: |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mimilyrics: 10:49am On Nov 07, 2022 |
1. Check for the payment logos on the payment page, if amex isn't listed, you might not be able to use it. 2. Date of issue - usually the date the decision is made. 3. You should be able to. Once you submit, you'll be told the next steps to complete. 4. Depends on each individual application. Might be faster or slower depending on different factors. 5. Yes but you need to check what each provider offers and the connection in your area. Used to have one with BT but that was with a landline - not sure what they offer now. You can check out vodafone - https://www.vodafone.co.uk/broadband-sim-only-deals Your best bet might be to take out your wifi and phone contracts separately as that might end up being cheaper depending on usage/plan. Maturedhustler: 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by arinola2: 5:57pm On Nov 07, 2022 |
Hello all, Please help, i am a dependent as my wife is on a student visa (SEPT 2022). There was an ERROR on my BRP which i have submitted via UKVI since 5/Oct/2022 (immediately i picked it up when we arrived the UK), and till now - no update / feedback on the NEW BRP. My son who is 9yrs was given the "RIGHT TO WORK" , while mine was "NO WORK, NO BUSINESS" - Obviously this was a mix-up/mistake. I raised for both myself and my son's BRP to be corrected. I have not been able to work for over 1 month. Is there a way i can check the current status? I have sent email, made calls but all to no avail. Please help. How long does it take normally Also, how can i escalate or get my corrected BRP on time so i can start working asap. Thank you 3 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by jum33: 6:40pm On Nov 07, 2022 |
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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Bourne007(m): 7:02pm On Nov 07, 2022 |
Try this https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work arinola2: 4 Likes |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by arinola2: 9:03pm On Nov 07, 2022 |
Thanks a lot @Bourne007 I have tried this using the option "I have a biometric residence card or permit". It returns "You do not have the right to work in the UK". I could only use the my BRP number (which is the one with the 'wrong' condition). I want to if anyone is in the same situation (or knows someone who made similar correction recently) and how long does this normally takes. Bourne007: |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Bourne007(m): 11:51pm On Nov 07, 2022 |
Checked with a friend with similar issue. It took him 6 weeks to get a replacement BRP. He however used the same brp number to check right to work which later reflected at some point arinola2: 1 Like |
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Jugunoo: 4:55am On Nov 08, 2022 |
dustydee: Thanks dustydee for the response. Unfortunately, I'm not very clear on it. Do u mean we leave this error going forward? If so, it means she breaks contact with her family and won't be able to invite any of them to the UK as she won't be able to prove relationship. |
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