Is there any priority processing for ILR for sole representative visa?

by UK Sole Rep Expert in India

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Is there Priority Processing for ILR for a UK Sole Representative Visa?

  • Currently, there is Priority Processing for ILR for UK Sole Representative Visa holders in the UK.
  • The UK had priority processing and super priority processing services for all the visas in the country itself
  • However, the UK is also playing a big role in providing shelter and rescue for Ukrainians who are fleeing their homes as a result of the unfolding humanitarian tragedy
  • Causing a temporary hold on priority processing and super priority processing services
  • The UK is accepting Ukraine’s visa applications and has decided to give them top priority.
  • If you are in the UK on a specified category visa and are looking to apply for an ILR, with priority processing or super priority processing services, you can apply once the hold is lifted, by visiting the UK Visa and Citizen Application Services (UKVCAS).
  • The ILR Processing Time begins on the appointment day, if the applicant has visited an appointment centre to verify their identity.

What is the Priority Processing for ILR UK applications?

  • The Priority Processing for ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain) offers quicker processing of applications for UK Indefinite Leave to Remain applications, than under the standard processing service
  • The ILR Processing Timeis 5 working days
  • However, priority processing service is optional and has additional fees to be paid before applicants can avail this service

Is there something called as Indefinite Leave to Remain Super Priority Service?

  • The quickest way to receive a visa decision is through the Super Priority processing service
  • After the appointment at the visa application centre, qualified customers will receive a verdict from this service by the end of the next working day.

What if Priority Processing for ILR or Indefinite Leave to Remain Super Priority Service gets delayed?

If your Priority Processing for ILR application has a difficulty or is complicated, the UKVI will write to let you know why it won’t be decided in accordance with the usual procedure.

  • They will write within the 8-week standard time, the typical processing period and the 6-month standard within 12 weeks. What will happen next will be described in the letter
  • If there is an issue with your ILR Application and you have requested a super priority service (next working day) or priority processing service (5 working days) the UKVI will get in touch with you as soon as possible.
  • Only complete applications will be subject to the service standard.
  • The caseworker will decide whether the case should be excluded from the service standard if your application is incomplete when you finish your appointment.

Difference between Priority Processing for ILR vs Standard Service

A) Standard processing for ILR application

Applications for non-settlement visas made outside the UK –
90% of cases will be resolved in 3 weeks, 98% in 6 weeks, and 100% in 12 weeks from the application date (where one week is equal to 5 working days);

B) Priority processing for ILR application

You can select the “priority service” when you submit ILR Application if you verify your identification at a visa application centre and the service is offered in the nation from which you are applying. The price for this service will be extra.

Following your appointment at the visa application centre, a decision will be made in 5 working days.

Click here to find out if the visa application centre has priority processing available, where you’re applying from.

What is the standard service ILR Processing Time?

  • The standard ILR processing time is 6 months.
  • Depending on the type of application, the UKVI’s service normal processing periods for regular applications will begin once they receive your application.
  • The service standard will begin when you finish your appointment to deliver your biometric data and accompanying evidence for the 5 working day priority service and next working day super priority service.
  • When you receive the decision, the service standard will have come to an end.
  • The time it takes to grant you a Biometric Residence Permit is not included in the service standard (BRP).
  • After a decision has been made about your application, you will typically receive your BRP within 7 working days.

Do I need to provide any documents supporting Priority Processing for ILR?

  • You don’t need any documents when applying for a Priority Processing for ILR, except the basic documents required when applying for an ILR
  • There are no documentation requirements specifically for the ‘priority processing service’ or ‘super priority’ service’

Can I avoid processing issues or delays with my ILR application?

  • Immigration is a tedious but crucial affair. The UKVI has to assess many factors before approving or refusing a visa or settlement application.
  • Delays in processing can happen for many reasons – the reason can either be on your part as an applicant or it can be a processing issue with the UKVI.
  • To avoid it, you can make sure you meet all the requirements and eligibility.
  • However, consulting an immigration lawyer, can help you make sure you fill the application correctly, provide correct and consistent documents; so the UKVI has no trouble assessing the application and the process goes on quickly and hassle-free.

I need assistance with my ILR application, whom to contact?

  • Indefinite Leave to Remain is an immigration status that allows you to live and work in the UK, indefinitely.
  • It determines your settlement in the UK, making it an important process. Hence, it is advisable that you hire an immigration lawyer to handle your application and over-all procedure.

How can The SmartMove2UK can help you with Priority Processing for ILR application?

  • Our UK immigration lawyers are well-versed with UK immigration and nationality laws and can help you get priority processing for ILR.
  • We have helped over 1000 clients move to the UK, walk the pathway to settlement and become British citizens.
  • Our team can help you in understanding how the process works, how we will handle your application and ensure you get an Indefinite Leave to Remain, as quickly as possible.
  • Our offices are located in India – Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru.
  • You can get in touch with our expert to discuss your case.

FAQ’S: Priority Processing for ILR

In 2022, it takes upto 6 months weeks to get a decision, which is a standard processing time for ILR source??.
  • If you want to get super priority processing for your ILR application, you can simply pay an extra £800.
  • If you’re applying online, while submitting your application, you will get an option to choose ‘super priority processing’.
Anybody applying for an ILR is eligible for priority processing service, as long as they are paying the fee.
Super Priority service is Open in 2022 for applicants applying from within the UK, for an ILR.
  • Pay an additional £500 to have super priority processing for your ILR application.
  • When submitting your application online, you will have the opportunity to select “super priority processing.”
  • There is no VFS centre in the UK. The visa or settlement application centre in the UK is known as UKVCAS – UK Visa and Citizen Application Services.
  • You can apply online as well as at the UKVCAS.
  • The UKVI will write to you to explain why your priority processing for ILR application won’t be decided in line with the customary procedure if it has a problem or is complicated.
  • Also, due to the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe, Britain is playing a significant role in providing shelter and rescue for Ukrainians who are leaving their homes. Ukraine’s visa requests are being accepted by the UK, which has chosen to give them top priority.
  • The UK Home Office is informing its applicants that because of the tensions in Ukraine, the UKVI is giving priority to applications submitted under the Ukraine Visa Scheme, which could delay the processing of UK Family visas.

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