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Abhishek said
Good collection of information
JS said
Thanks for the info Dev!
However I would like to point out that the following are nequired as per the guidances for Tier-1 WP:-
Covering Letter – NOT REQUIRED
HSW Performa – NOT REQUIRED
Birth Certificate or Driving License ( AGE Proof ) – NOT REQUIRED. pASSPORT IS ENOUGH AS AGE PROOF
Letter from college or university stating that your graduation was in English medium. ( English language ability ) – NOT REQUIRED. iF YOU CAN FIND AND SELECT YOUR DEGREE IN UNNARIC ON THE POINTS CALCULATOR, NO FURTHER EVIDENCE IS REQUIRED I.E LETTER FROM UNI
Last company’s offer letter ( Optional – But make sense ) -NOT REQUIRED
Invitation letter from friend or relative in UK stating that he will bear the cost of living till you get the job. -NOT REQUIRED
Accommodation proof ( Invitation letter or Hotel reservation ) -NOT REQUIRED
Friend’s or relatives council tax xerox , xerox of visa , xerox of driving license. -NOT REQUIRED
2800 £ for main application and 1600 £ for subsequent dependent.You need to have this fund available in your account from last 3 months and please make sure you don’t withdraw any rupees from this fund in last 3 months. – MINUMUM BALANCE HADS TO BE 2800, U CAN WITHRAW AS LONG AS BALANCE IS NOT GOING BELOW 2800
International Certificates to show your expertise like MCSE, RHCE, OCP, SCSA, CCNA etc. ( Optional ) -NOT REQUIRED
Job opportunity letter ( take the print out of relevant job from any job portal to show British high commission that you have relevant job openings in UK. – NOT REQUIRED
Hope this helps.
Thanks
Raja Mohamed said
Hi Dev,
Thats a great information is great.
Please let me know whether the IT returns for the last two years is required or not ?
Thank you
Raja Mohamed
sdevang said
Raja,
IT Returns for 2 years is not mandatory but put if you have.
You need to have at least one year’s IT return.
Dev
George said
Dudes,
It will be really great if any one can answer couple of questions for me.
1) I know that INTEGRA is doing the verification process. Is there a particular form for that? If YES, from where do we get that?
2) For Age proof, PASSPORT or SSLC Book should be enough.. Do we really need to show another document like Driving Licence or something else?
Thanks in advance.
Special Thanks for DEV for creating such a good n nice blog…. Cheers to u!!!!
sdevang said
Hi,
George,
Here are the answers.
1) I know that INTEGRA is doing the verification process. Is there a particular form for that? If YES, from where do we get that?
When i applied for HSMP , i had submitted the integra verification form and i found it somewhere on internet.I tried the same for u as well but couldn’t get it.
The best thing to do is call up VFS and ask them.
2) For Age proof, PASSPORT or SSLC Book should be enough.. Do we really need to show another document like Driving Licence or something else?
Passport or SSLC is enough but again check with VFS.
Regards,
Dev
Spartan said
Hi,
I have just completed my aplicaton for Tier1 General from VFS kolkata. Do you have any idea on the time lines. How many days it takes for the processing? Do let me know if you have any info
I was also on Oracle ERP while I was in UK, Real nice blog.
Cheers…
Dev said
Hi,
Spartan,
I think they takes 20 working days minimum.
Regards,
Dev
Rehan said
Dev,
I’m working with a consultant on getting HSW Tier-1 VISA, They require me to file 3years of IT returns.
My Questions:
Do I really need to show the IT returns? Do I get any problem on showing only one year IT returns(is there any chances of rejection?)
Do I get back the 600 £ Application Fee, If my application gets rejected?
Any suggestion are highly appreciated.
The information you provided is 100% accurate.
Good Job!
sdevang said
Hi,
Rehan,
Here are the answers.
Do I really need to show the IT returns? Do I get any problem on showing only one year IT returns(is there any chances of rejection?)
I think only 1 year’s IT return enough but get it confirmed by VFS.
Do I get back the 600 £ Applicatioh Fee, If my application gets rejected?
No.Application fee is not refundable.
Regards,
Dev
Joy said
Hi Dev,
Many thanks for the site.
I have 2 questions.
Do I need to send my original marksheet? In case if they are lost?
I have more than 5lakhs worth of Mutual fund/stocks. But I do not have 2800 pound in my bank account. Will it be ok?
Best Regards,
Joy
sdevang said
Hi Joy,
Do I need to send my original marksheet? In case if they are lost?
Yes.Original is mandatory.I have not heard of any case where in they have lost original documents.
I have more than 5lakhes worth of Mutual fund/stocks. But I do not have 2800 pound in my bank account. Will it be ok?
Mutual fund wont help you.You need to have cash of 2800 £ from last three month in your account else your visa will get rejected.
Regards,
Dev
Joy said
Hi Dev, Many Many thanks for the answers. Have a nice day. I will ask for your expert answer again.
Best Regards,
Joy
George said
Hi Dev,
Thanks for the reply. Could you please send me the points for previous earning? i mean the INR and the corresponding points to that. I checked in some web sites and it is little confusing for me.
Thanks in advance,
George
sdevang said
Hi George,
India falls under code D wherein you need to have earning atleast 3300 £ per annum to qualify.
Here are the more details.
Annual Gross income before tax between 3000-3400 Pounds or Rs. 2.34 – Rs 2.65 lacs (Approxima)
5 Points
Annual Gross income before tax between 3400-3800 Pounds or Rs. 2.65 – Rs 2.96 lacs (Approxima)10 Points
Annual Gross income before tax between 3800-4300 Pounds or Rs. 2.96 – Rs 3.36 lacs (Approxima)
15 Points
Annual Gross income before tax between 4300-4900 Pounds or Rs. 3.36 – Rs 3.83 lacs (Approxima)
20 Points
Annual Gross income before tax between 4900-5500 Pounds or Rs. 3.83 – Rs 4.30 lacs (Approxima)
25 Points
Annual Gross income before tax between 5500-6000 Pounds or Rs. 4.30 – Rs 4.68 lacs (Approxima)
30 Points
Annual Gross income before tax between 6000-6600 Pounds or Rs. 4.68 – Rs 5.15 lacs (Approxima)
35 Points
Annual Gross income before tax between 6600-7500 Pounds or Rs. 5.15 – Rs 5.85 lacs (Approxima)
40 Points
Annual Gross income before tax above 7500 Pounds or Rs.5.85 lacs (Approxima)
45 Points
Regards,
Dev
Rahul said
Hi Dev,
Thanks for giving all information on this blog. I have few more queries such as:-
1. If i fulfill all the terms and conditions then how much time it takes to get your VISA stamped.
2. What are the reasons for rejection of the HSMP even fulfilling the all criteria for it.
3. Can i submit the application alone?, without help of third party?
4. If my case is rejected then when can i again apply?
5. what is the process for getting the visa? suppose I submitted the document then when they will call me / After submitting the application can i go to other country for 2 or three months/ . If they approve my application then whether they call for interview ?
I shall appreciate you for my queries get replied by you.If you have the contact number then please share it with me.
Thanks
Rahul
sdevang said
Hello ,
Rahul,
1. If i fulfill all the terms and conditions then how much time it takes to get your VISA stamped.
They takes 20 working days.
2. What are the reasons for rejection of the HSMP even fulfilling the all criteria for it.
No chance at all if you meet all the requirements and all docs are genuine.
3. Can i submit the application alone?, without help of third party?
You can submit your application on your own and i would recommend that only.Dont go for any consultant as all are money makers not helpers.
4. If my case is rejected then when can i again apply?
There is no chance of getting rejection if you meet requirement but in case it happens then you can appeal once free and even if appeal get rejected then you can apply on very second day.
5. what is the process for getting the visa? suppose I submitted the document then when they will call me / After submitting the application can i go to other country for 2 or three months/ . If they approve my application then whether they call for interview ?
British high commission does not call applicant for an interview but in case they find something unclear in your application then they might call you for interview.
You can not go out of country after submitting your application as you must have to send your passport to british high commision for HSW visa and without having passport how will go out of country.
I hope this helps.
Regards,
Dev
Rahul said
Hi Dev,
Thanks a lot.
Rahul
Sid said
Hi Dev,
After making the application at VFS for PBS Tier 1(general) and before the visa is approved/rejected, is it okay to withdraw money from the bank account where maintenance fund is held such that the balance falls below 2800 pounds ?
Thanks in advance,
Sid
sdevang said
Hi Sid,
You can withdraw the fund after submitting the application because british high comission does contact bank for fund checking and your bank wont reveal the account information with anybody.
But i would strongly recommend not to withdraw it untill n unless you have do or die condition.
You need to take your call but as per me they dont check rest is in their hand.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi,
Sid ,
Sorry for typo in last update.
Here is the correct one.
You can withdraw the fund after submitting the application because british high comission does not contact bank for fund checking and your bank wont reveal the account information with anybody.
Regards,
Dev
Sid said
Thanks Dev,
I will follow your recommendation and wait till visa stamping.
cheers,
Sid
Srinivas said
Hi Dev,
I just wanted to know, whether all the docs (also each file) is verified by Integra or randomely do they verify since my prev company has been shut down and I have already applied. Little worried…
Regards,
Srini
sdevang said
Hi Srini,
Integra does not verify everything.As per my knowledge they dont conact your company if you have not changed the company in last year then they dont contact.
If you have changed the company last 1 year then there are more chances of contacting the company.
Regards,
Dev
Srinivas said
Hi Dev,
Thanq for the information provided. I’ve worked for 3 yrs in my prv organization and present company, itz just 9 months. Just wanted to confirm whether Integra verifies every individual’s file or is it a random pick and then verify the same?
Regards,
Srini
sdevang said
Hi,
Srini,
No one would get to know that they are checking every case or not but i can share mu experience.
They only verify the case if they dont find seem to be genuine case else they dont.
Ppl files lots application daily and they can not do checking for all case.
Regards,
Dev
Srinivas said
Hi Dev,
As you have already mentioned earlier that, once we drop the docs at VFS, it would usually take 20 working days but when I spoke to ppl around, they say that it would take 45-65 days. Is it true??
Regards,
Srini
KB said
Hi,
In tier 1 we need to give our originals to vfs. When do we get them back ? I know that the passport will come after 20 working day with stamping . But how about the remaining documents ? Will they be retured to me any sooner ?
Pankaj said
I don’t have English Language Certificate but my degree is recognised by Point based calculator. Is it Ok?
Do you have any official document or website which lists all the changes from previous HSMP process to new TIER 1 process?
sdevang said
Hi,
You will get all your docs back with your passport.What they will do with your documents after retuning your passport.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi,
Pankaj,
There is no website which says about all the changes between HSMP vs. Tier1 but its good idea.I will create one seprate blog on that to help you and other ppl.
If you your degree is recognized with PBS then you dont need any certificate.
Regards,
Dev
bce said
Hi ,
If my case is approved how, For how long the visa is valid, how long the next renewal is given
sdevang said
Hi,
If your visa is approved under Tier1 then you will get visa for 3 years and extention would be of 2 years.You may need to prove yourself before you can apply for extention like you need to have earning of 28000 £ before you can apply for extention.This is just a recommedation not mandatory.
You need to be in UK for atleast 5 years before you get indefinate stay.After 7 years you can appply for citizenship.
Regards,
Dev
Rahul said
HI Devand,
I am getting lot of inputs from others questions from this site. I also had a question.
The INR Vs GBP values change all the way from 76 rupees to 87 rupees in 3 months. I am holding a maintenance fund for my wife and kid of 510000 rupees. It is 6000 GBP. Which particular date will they calculate the value based on if it is high or low than 6000 GBP.
bce said
Hi Dev,
Many thanks for the info..
Few more questions..
1.
I did my masters (MCA) from Manipal university Karnataka, Bachelor(BCA)from Madurai Kamaraj University TamilNadu…Can you please tell me how many points I will get for my educational qualification.
2. My PG and UG both in English, will I get any points for English Language?
If I clear IELTS will I get any points? What is the IELTS score expected to get all 10 points for English Language?
3. I worked in UK before for 7 months, will I get any points for my UK experience.
I traveled twice to UK on work permit.
4. I also applied for HSMP on 2006 and it was approved. that time they approved only for 1 year, because of my marriage I could not travel to UK, will that be a problem?
Thanks again,
bce
sdevang said
Hi,
Rahul,
You shold have mentioned the convertion rate in your covering letter ,so it will help VISA officer to determine what was the rate at the time of application.
You should have taken some deviation in mind while maintaining the fund in your account.You should not be maintaining exact 6000 £ because no one knows what will happen in next 3 months.
But as per me they consider 80 INR as average and would be counted accordingly.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hello BCE,
1.I did my masters (MCA) from Manipal university Karnataka, Bachelor(BCA)from Madurai Kamaraj University TamilNadu…Can you please tell me how many points I will get for my educational qualification.
You will get 35 points only because of BCA , they wont consider MCA for master degree.They only consider MBA or PHD for 50 points.
2. My PG and UG both in English, will I get any points for English Language?
You need to have degree certificate mentioning that it was taught in English language or you can get letter from university stating that your tenure was in english then you will get point else your application will be rejected immediately.
If I clear IELTS will I get any points? What is the IELTS score expected to get all 10 points for English Language?
You dont need to give IELTS as your degree was in english medium.
3. I worked in UK before for 7 months, will I get any points for my UK experience.
I traveled twice to UK on work permit.
I think , you will get 5 points for being into the UK in past.
4. I also applied for HSMP on 2006 and it was approved. that time they approved only for 1 year, because of my marriage I could not travel to UK, will that be a problem?
Its perfectly fine that you didnt travel.its yous wish no one force you.
But as you said you have been to UK on workpermit than it would definately help you.
Regards,
Dev
Viral said
Hi
I am planning to apply for HSW (Tier1).
I have a doubt regarding the maintainence funds:
I have a UK account which has half the amount whereas I will be maintaining the other half in the indian account. (from past 3 mnths)
Can i confirm if the evidences for both accounts making an amt of 2800 gbp is considered valid for maintainence criteria
sdevang said
Hello Viral,
You can show the fund in two different account as per me but i would still request you to double check with VFS.You can reach them on +91 080 40084008.
Regards,
Dev
babu said
HI dev,
I have a query
I work for two companies in same designation and i have two salary slips which reflects in bank a/c also.
Showing two salary slips will be a problem-this is my question
sdevang said
Hi Babu,
As long as your IT returns reflects the both total income ( from both company ) than it should not be a problem.
Regard,
Dev
bce said
HI Dev,
Thanks for the info.
Myself and my wife (Dependent) planning to apply, can you tell me the list of forms I need to fill in.
Thanks,
bce
Ravi said
Dev,
Assessment of Maintenance Funds is given in the below link and assessment of Previous Earnings is also done in the similar way
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/workingintheuk/tier1/general/eligibility/pointsassessment/maintenance/#header4
The GBP to INR exchange rate on OANDA is been shown as 83.XX
and on xe.com, finance.yahoo.com, google.com etc is shown as 79.XX.
Here is my question
If I had maintained funds for conversion rate of 80 INR(2,24,000 INR). If my bank is ready to give a letter stating I had maintained funds 2800 GBP and above as per their exchange rate in past 90 days in this case which conversion rate will be considered?
sdevang said
Hi Ravi,
Bitish high commision would consider the rate as on the bank statement date according to OANDA website.Your bank’s letter would not be considered because each bank gives different rates.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hello BCE,
Please read the Applying section of my blog which has forms link available.
Regards,
Dev
BCE said
Hi Dev ,
Thanks for the info. I am planning to submit my application this week.
But I only maintained 5000GBP for last 3 months from now.
Can I apply first then apply for my wife later.
will the home office accept this? or Myself and my wife have to apply toghether?
Thanks,
Bce
sdevang said
Hello BCE,
£ 5000 is more than enough for you and your wife.You need to have minimum £4200 for both application.
£ 2800 for Main applicant and £ 1400 per subsequent dependent ,so you have enough money.
Go ahead pal.I wish you all the best.
Regards,
Dev
bce said
Thank you so mych dev, few more questions
1.
I am applying for Tier 1 (General) visa from Singapore.
Can I add my CPF Contribution (Employee & Employer) to my previous earnings?
Let say my..
Salary credited to account is : 7775
Employer CPF contribution is : 180
Employee CPF contribution is : 225
CPF: Central Provident Fund
Can I add 8180 to my previous earnings?
2.
This is regarding evidence for my previous earnings,
I recently joined new company in June, I only have ePayslip from my previous employer, and the epayslip doesn’t have the company stamp.
Since I left the company I don’t think I will be able to get the stamp and signature on the epayslip.
Will this be a issue in getting my Tier 1 visa.
But I have Bank statement for all 12 months stating my salary credit(Including my previous company).
3.
I have worked in the UK before, I do not have the payslip for my UK experience, but I have the offer letter and the visa stamping? Is this enoung to get points for UK experience?
Thanks
bce
sdevang said
Hi BCE,
Here are the answers.
1.If your CPF is reflecting in your payslip then you can show it in your previous earning.
2.You must have duly stamped / signed payslip by company.You can contact the HR of last company to do the stamping.You may tell them you need it for VISA ,so they have to stamp it else you may come under the gun.
3.No.For claiming UK experience point , you need to be here at least for 1 year or more.
Regards,
Dev
siva said
Hi,
I am Siva i have applied for tier1 on 23/10/2008. but i did small mistake while filling integra form i mentioned company contct no as wrong. but i have submitted all my payslips and offer letter every thing. will they consider that.
These are my points:
Age: 20
Qualification:(MCA from Acharya Nagarjuna university) its there in points caliculator.
Masters: 35
Earnings: 20 Total gross incom for last one year(400344).
Maintenance: 10
English language: 10
I did BSC computers from nagarjuna university.
Tell me my points are correct or not?
siva said
after that i contacted british high commision chennai. i spoke with them regarding the same they said send me the details and we will update those and i send it to them and i got response from them positively.
sdevang said
Hello Siva,
First of all please double check all the docs before you file an VISA application.Its just an advice.
In this case you got positive response because its British high commission.If it would have been US Embassy then ……i think you got the answer.
Your points seems to be correct to me.
Though you have wrong number in integra form , they will process you application and they may contact your employer by email or they can call you for interview as well if needed.
Please update me once you get your visa ,so i can help the other users if they end up with such situation in future.
Regards,
Dev
siva said
Hi,
I am Siva i have applied for tier1 on 23/10/2008. but i did small mistake while filling integra form i mentioned company contct no as wrong. but i have submitted all my payslips and offer letter every thing. will they consider that.
These are my points:
Age: 20
Qualification:(MCA from Acharya Nagarjuna university) its there in points caliculator.
Masters: 35
Earnings: 20 Total gross incom for last one year(400344).
Maintenance: 10
English language: 10
I did BSC computers from nagarjuna university.
Tell me my points are correct or not?
after that on 28/10/2008 i contacted british high commision chennai through phone. i spoke with them regarding the same they said send me the details and we will update those. i send it to them on same day and i got response from them like we have received the details and we will attach this to ur file with ref no.
but still i am feeling bit nervous please tell me any problem with this or not.
siva said
Dear Mr Siva,
Thank you for your e-mail.
our ref 895293.
We have noted the contents of your mail and attached the same electronically to your file with the above mentioned reference number.
Yours sincerely,
UK Border Agency
Visa Services
Visa Support Officer
Casework Section
British Deputy High Commission,Chennai
this is the response i got from them through mail.
Rahul said
HI Devang,
I have very less job opportunity compared to my wife.
My wife is a technical writer. Her points are as below
Age 20
Education 30
previous earnings 20 (she is getting 3.6 lakhs per annum)
we have maintained balance of 510000 for 3 months
and instruction in English.
can she be eligible to apply for Visa?
sdevang said
Hi Rahul,
I am afraid that she is not eligible.She must earn 75 points from Age , Education and Earning to able make successful application.
She has 70 points as of now so she just need 5 more point.
Regards,
Dev
chris said
Hi Dev,
I have applied for Tier 1 Visa from Dubai,
Can you pls tell me the formalities I need to complete after I receive the approval?
Will I get visa for 3 years? My friends are telling me sometimes I will only get the visa for 1 year?
Can you please point me to any link to learn Tier 1 post approval processes?
aRegards,
chris
sdevang said
Hello Chris,
You will get 3 years VISA.
Once your application is approved , you can fly to UK at any point.There is nothing to do after application is approved and get VISA stamped.
Regards,
Dev
bce said
Thanks for the info Dev,
One more question regarding Evidence for qualification…
I am claiming 35 points(master degree) for qualification
Do I have to submit only my MCA certificate or the marks sheet also?
Do I have to submit my PG and HSC certificates also?
Thanks,
bce
sdevang said
Hello BCE,
You need to submit only degree certificate.
I am not sure about HSC ,so i would request you to contact VFS for the same.
Regards,
Dev
sagar said
Hi Dev,
I just wanted to ask u.
Is it compulsory to submit IT return form for previous earning proof?
what if i submit only 12 months bank statement along with 12 months pay slip & employer letter ???
Thanks
Sagar
sdevang said
Hi Sagar,
You need to have atleast one IT return if you are working from more than 1 year.
IT return gives you the credit that person is filing the income tax with government.
If you are earning from more than a year and don’t have IT return then it may lead to rejection.
You can still file an application and ultimate decision is in hand of British High Commission.
Regards,
Dev
Balu said
Hi Dev
I got my HSMP approval letter in June 2007 and I applied for Visa in October 2007
It was rejected in the same month. So I appealed against the decision of Entry Clearance officer. Recently(24th Sep 2008) I got decision letter saying my appeal is approved. Can you please let me know process now. What is the probabilites that I will have my visa stamped. Thanks In Advance.
Regards,
Balaji
sdevang said
Hi Balaji,
I am not much aware of Appealing agaist the decision.
I would request you to call VFS on 080 4008 4008 to know what is next step.
I would apprciate if you update me once you get to know ,so i can guide the other ppl in future.
As per me now you need to contact VFS and need to know the process for stamping.
As your appeal is approved , you will get your visa stamped soon.
Regards,
Dev
Balu said
Thanks for the Reply. But my HSMP was approved one year back right and again the rules are changed.Previously it was two step process and now it is only one step and previously there is no maintaince funds..these thing making lillte concern about my visa.Ok I will call to VFS and let you know the update
sdevang said
Hi Balu,
As per me you fall under old rules only because your application was approved as per old rules only.
I dont think you need to maintain the fund.British high commision has made transitional arrangement for such cases only.Call VFS and get it confirmed.
Regards,
Dev
MG said
Hi friends i am working for a company since may 2008 and have earned approximately Rs 300000, that means have earned that money in 7 months. will i be eligible for hsmp.
Sunny said
Hi
this is a nice blog. i need help regarding HSMP Tier -1 Visa-
1. i’m not maintaining 2800GBP in my account though my ctc is 9lac per annum but i ‘m having cash which i can deposit in my saving a/c.
2. after deposit of 2800 will apply for visa but i’m confused
a) they need proof for stating the money deposited in saving a/c
eg i have 80k rest if i deposit 2lac . i have to show the proof how i had got this money or bank stmt for 12 month + salary slip will work
b> if proof required can i show that money lended from parents thru chq.
Please help
sdevang said
Hi BG,
You can not apply for HSW visa , you must show your last 1 years income to be eligible.
You can show previous company’s income but if this is your first job then you are not eligible.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hello Sunny,
1. i’m not maintaining 2800GBP in my account though my ctc is 9lac per annum but i ‘m having cash which i can deposit in my saving a/c.
You can deposite the money in your bank account if you have cash.
2. after deposit of 2800 will apply for visa but i’m confused
a) they need proof for stating the money deposited in saving a/c
eg i have 80k rest if i deposit 2lac . i have to show the proof how i had got this money or bank stmt for 12 month + salary slip will work
British comission does not bother about source of the money but IT dept. may have concern.
You need to submit 12 months payslip plus statement.You can deposit the fund in different account.That wont be a problem.
b> if proof required can i show that money lended from parents thru chq.
British high comission wont bother about the source.
Regards,
Dev
George said
Hi Dev,
Could you please correct this if i am wrong?
Is the maintenance of funds and last year income, both calculated as per the rate showing in oanda web site or just the maintenance of funds is taken into consideration as per OANDA?.
Thanks in advance,
George
sdevang said
Hi George,
Everything which requires conversion is calculated as per OANDA site.
Regards,
Dev
Samuel said
Hello dear,
I have calculated points system for HSMP visa.as follows
Age-36 years points-0
Qualification -M.Sc in chemistry -35 points
earning-6.20 laks per annum-40 points.Total=75 points
pl let me am i correctOr eligible for HSMP visa?
Pl reply
Thanks in advance
Samuel
Samuel said
Dear Sir,
sorry for the corrction in 5th Sentence
Hello dear,
I have calculated points system for HSMP visa.as follows
Age-36 years points-0
Qualification -M.Sc in chemistry -35 points
earning-6.20 laks per annum-40 points.Total=75 points
pl let me know am i correctOr eligible for HSMP visa?
Pl reply
Thanks in advance
Samuel
sdevang said
Hello Samuel,
Please check that your MSC is recognised degree as per UK standard or not.if yes then you are eligible.
Regards,
Dev
George said
Hi Dev,
Where do we check the eligibility of a particular course with respect to the NARIC? I have completed BBA from Mahatma Gandhi University, kottayam, kerala. could you please tell me whether i need a NARIC certificate or not?
Thanks a ton dude..
–George
sdevang said
Hello George,
Please check your eligibility on following URL.
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/pointscalculator
Regards,
Dev
Samuel said
Hell Dev,
Thank you very much for the reply.I am married i am having marriage certificate issued by church,can i submitt this as a proof of marriage pl let me know.as per your mail i checked my qualification it is there in the list.so i am eligble.thank you once again for your ultimate service.
Regards
Samuel
venkatesh said
IS their any age criteria, as i am 38 yrs and rest of all the creteria are meeting eg salary,education.
sdevang said
Hi Samual,
I don’t think that marriage certificated issued by church is acceptable.You need to have certificate from marriage registrar.
I would still request you to contact VFS on 08040084008 for more clarification but VFS is also not correct all the time.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Venkatesh,
You are eligible though you are of 38 years provided that you must score 75 points for education and earning.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Malik,
By mistek i deleted your comment.I am sorry that.
Here is the comment which you posted.
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Hi Dev
I gonna apply for Tier 1 (general) visa, well for for earnings we need to provide 2 kind of evidences
1) Personal bank statements for each month
2) Payslips for each month
The net account claimed for each month must tally with amount credited by the employer in the bank for each month.
Well for 11 months i have all the payslips(formal payslips) & bank statements, in 12th month i m going on vacations & usually in our company whenever anybody go on vacations the company pays the vacations salary & the salary of the current as Cash through the payment voucher. This payment voucher is usually on unleaded paper and mostly they don’t stamp and sign this payment voucher. So i am in little problem due to the situation as my 11 months not fulfilling the required points for earning.
Well one of my friend suggested me to print the 12th month payment voucher on the company’s headed paper & deposit the cash amount which i will get as payment voucher in bank by myself.
Also i take a letter from the company on the headed paper which shows my total earnings from month 1 to month 12.
So guru what u think that above suggestion will work for me or not? as i m providing the formal payslips for 11 months & for 12th month i m providing the payment voucher on company’s headed paper
plus the employer letter showing the total salary 12 months. Also on the bank statement of 12th month same will be showed but it will be deposited by myself.
Dev kindly comment on the above suggestion or suggest some other alternative.
Regards
Malik
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Malik said
Dav thatz okay , kindly suggest something regarding my problem.
Thanks
Malik
sdevang said
Hello Malik,
See malik no one knows whether British high commission would accept it or not to but i would not suggest to do so.
I would request you to show previous 12 months income before the 11th Month’s income.
Why would you like to take risk if you are meeting all requirements.
British High Commission may accept it or may not but no one can give surety for this not even VFS.
Anyone can get fake headed letter and show the income and british high commision knows that its quite easy to do ,so please don,t take risk.
In HSMP they were little less strict but in Tier1 they are very strict.
Regards,
Dev
Malik said
Well if i show previous 12 months income before the 11th Month’s income this will not make the required amount to score the 40 points for earnings……well i am trying that company will transfer my vacation salary & 12th month salary in my account.
Let see
Regards
Malik
Malik said
Well Dav i found following info on the official guidance notes (pdf doc)
Page 20 section 123 sub-section 3
(Where an employer letter includes only total gross and net earnings figures for the whole earnings period claimed, we will consider this document. However, only where the dates of the earning period and the total gross/net earnings stated in the letter exactly correspond with the information included in the other documentary evidence of these earnings provided, will we be able to award points.)
Kindly look at it and comment on this.
Regards
Malik
Rahul said
Hi Dev,
Now the 1GBP is 74 rupees very low by which the earning power points will increase. For 4900 I only need to earn 367000 rupees. and I will earn 25 points and I have 50 points from age and education. Can I apply now with this points.
Srinivasan said
Hi
I have a doubt on the Indian salary part.
I have been given an hike during the month of September and my salary has increased to now Rs.6,00,000/-. My earlier take home CTC was Rs.5,00,000/-. If I now apply for HSW Tier-I how can I prove this because they are asking for pay slip and bank statement of 12 months towards my salary credit. Now I am falling short of 5 points and by getting this increase I will be able to apply for HSW Tier-I. The current increase will get reflected only from November onwards both in payslip as well as bank statement.
Please clarify so that I can apply.
Regards
Srinivasan
sdevang said
Hi Rahul,
You can apply , British High Commission would count the conversion rate as per the OANDA site for the date of bank statement.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Malik,
As you have found in guidance note then they must accept it.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hello Srinivasan,
You need to count Net take home not the CTC for earning points.
You need to sum up your last 12 months income as mentioned in payslip and need to see whether you are eligible or not.
I hope this help.
Regards,
Dev
Samuel said
Hai Dev,
Thanks for your feedback.i am having doubt of getting job in uk becoz my friends are telling that they (UK people)will not consider our qualification.so how much this is true?
i am having following criteria.
Qualification -M.Sc in chemistry from mangalore university which there in their list(ie i am eligible for 35 points)
experience-9 years in analytical divison in pharma field
presently working in multinational pharma comapny which its head quarters in USA.
pl let me what are the chances of getting jobs in UK?
See i am now very comfortable with salary,work enviorment etc.but after spending so much money if i am not getting anything in UK then it will be a great loss for me.pl advise.
sdevang said
Hello Samuel,
I am an IT guy hence don’t much information about the pharma field but my wife has done Bpharma and she has just arrived to UK and she is getting few calls from consultants.
I would request you to go through following URL which has all info for Pharma persons.
http://www.rpsgb.org.uk/
You can mail them and get more info.
Regards,
Dev
Srinivasan said
Dev
Thanks for the clarifications. Still I have a doubt on this.
Actually I am getting two credits in my bank, viz. salary and perks (conveyance and communication reimb). There are two entries in my bank statement in the last 12 months. Can I total these two to arrive at the net take home?
Please confirm.
Regards
Srinivasan
sdevang said
Hi,
Srinivasan,
Whatever is there in your payslip , you can show as your net take home income irrespective of number of bank statements.
Regards,
Dev
Srinivasan said
Hi Dev
There is no payslip for the conveyance and communication reimb, but only getting it through bank (credited through bank).
How do I take this forward?
Regards
Srinivasan
Malik said
Hi Dav can comment on following
Well all my salaries of 11 months are credited in my bank account by the company but for 12th month i received the salary as the Cash, which i deposited in the same bank account and this amount will show up on the 12th month bank statement. So that i have the official bank statements of all 12 months.
For the the 2nd proof of earning i am providing a letter from the employer which shows my net earning of 12 the months (from jan 2008 to Dec 2008), since in 11 months bank statements show the credited amount as salary transfer & the 12th month bank statement’s amount as Cash deposit, so is it a problem? Moreover if the credited amounts on all 12 months bank statements are summed they give the same total amount which mention on the employer letter. I am from Saudi Arabia & there is no tax system here, so the gross salary is the net salary.
Regards
Malik
sdevang said
Hi Srinivasan,
You can ask you company to give it on letter head and then you can show while applying for VISA.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Malik,
Why do you want to pay 33 % tax by coming to UK ( just kidding ).Its your wish.
As you said you can get the letter from the company about 12th month’s salary then there wont be any kind of issue.
Plus as you said both amount matches then nothing can be better than that.
Don’t worry.Go for it and i am sure you will get it.
Regards,
Dev
Hasan said
Hello Mr. Dev,
I am planning to apply for Uk Tier1 visa But I am bit worried coz therz difference in my name in my passport & Degree certificate.
Name according to my passport are as follows:
Surname: ANSARI
Given Name: MOHAMMED HASAN
Father’s Name: MOHAMMED AMIN
But in my degree certicate full name is written as : HASAN AMIN ANSARI.
I am bit worried as it may create any problem.
what should i do to ?? plz tell me.?
sdevang said
Hi Hasan,
It may not create a problem but it shall create problem.
You need to contact VFS regarding more info on 080 40084008.
As per me you need to do affidavit to resolve the issue but don’t apply until this problem is resolved.
Regards,
Dev
Malik said
Dav thanks for reply , just have a final look, i gonna provide the following evidence to proof my earnings
1) Employer Letter on headed paper signed & stamped, containing the the following text
“This is to certify that MR.XXX, of XXXX department is currently employed and working with XXXX Limited in the capacity of XXXXX . Mr. XXXXX ’s total income for the period of 01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008 is USD XXXX . equivalent to GBP XXXX. “.
(Also i will attest this letter from Chamber of Commerce as well).
2) 12 months personal bank statements in which 11 months salaries shown as the amount credited in my bank account by the company but for 12th month i received the salary as the Cash, which i deposited in the same bank account and this amount will show up on the 12th month bank statement. Moreover if the credited amounts of all 12 months bank statements are summed they give the same total amount which mention on the employer letter.
Well is it a problem if 12th statement list down the credited amount as Cash deposit??
well i m sorry to bother u again & let me get my EC then i will let u know why i wanna be there & pay 33% tax LOLZZZZZ
Regards
Malik
sdevang said
Hello Malik,
Go ahead.It looks fine.Salary credit in cash should not be of a problem as you have evidence provided by your company.
Wish you all the best.
Regards,
Dev
bce said
HI Dev,
Can you please tell me the cost of living in London(East Croydon).
I am married, no kids. How much will it cost monthly for the below?
House(double bedroom)
Elect & Water
Gas
Telephone
Other house expences(food, basic laundry and toiletry items for 2 people)
Transport
Also what is the tax in central london, If I get 60k annum how much I will get after tax?
Thanks in advance,
bce
sdevang said
Hi BCE,
I hope you get 60K or more than that but i dont think anybody gets it without having UK experience.
You should consider 35-40 K as minimum salary and count your expenses as per that only.
If you earn 60 K then you would get £3,447.55 take home.
You can use following URL to see how much you would take home after deducting NI n TAX.
http://listentotaxman.com/
The monthly expense would be around £ 1200 for couple.Its for 1 BHK house.
This £1200 includes Rent , Council Tax , Food , Gas n Electricity.
Again it depends upon life style and area where you live.
Transport is awesome here and on other part its damn costly.
You would end up paying around £ 250 per month if you are travelling to Central London from Greator london.
Medical is free once you register with NHS.
If you go for car then expense would be more higher.
All in all if you get £ 2500 in hand then you can live very comfortabley.
Regards,
Dev
bce said
Hi Dev,
Thanks for the information.
Thanks
bce
Ravi said
Hi Dev,
I’m submitting the HSW-Tier 1 visa application in a week. The below are the following documents I’m providing.
AGE- Passport
QUALIFICATION- Engineering Original Degree
PREVIOUS EARNINGS – Last 12 pay slips duly signed by employer + original bank statement for past 12 months + Income tax returns for 2007-08
ENGLISH LANGUAGE – I’m not submitting anything as my degree has been recognized as been taught in English on the Points Calculator.
MAINTENANCE FUNDS – Will be submitting an original statement from the bank covering the transactions for past 3 months as mentioned in the below link.
Maintenance Funds Evidence
It says in case of an online bank statements we also need a supporting letter from the bank confirming the authenticity of the statements.
I guess it means only the original bank statement should be sufficient to show the maintenance funds. What do you say?
One more question.
For Previous Earnings we mention the exchange rate in the points calculator.
Similarly for the maintenance funds also do we also need to mention the conversion rate any where or attach a print out taken from OANDA site showing the conversion for the date the statement taken?
Please advise.
Thanks
Ravi
sdevang said
Hi Ravi,
Original bank statement will work.
British High commission takes GBP rates as per the OANDA site.
You can go to http://www.oanda.com/ and see the conversion rate respective to your application date plus the bank statement date.That would be counted.
I hope this help.
I wish you all the best for your Visa.
Regards,
Dev
Nitin said
Hi,
I am about to apply for TIER 1 and following are the documents with me :-
1. cover letter
2. 12 months salary slips
3. age proof as passport
4. last 3 months bank statement to show GBP 2800 fund.
5. Degree certificate
6. HSMP Application form.
Are this docs fine?
Secondly, do I need to take the appointment before applying, If yes then which are the number I should call to take the appointment?
thanks,
Nitin
sdevang said
Hi Nitin,
You need to have last 12 months bank statement to confirm that your salary was getting credited in that bank account.
Please do not apply without 12 months bank statement else you chances of getting rejecting is high.
You also need to check whether your degree is recwognised by NARIC or not.
You can check it using following PBS.
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/pointscalculator
You need to take prior appointment before going to make an application.
You can go directly any day but in that case you may need to wait a long.
You can use following URL to know more about scheduling appointment.
http://www.vfs-uk-in.com/schedule.aspx
Regards,
Dev
Nitin said
Hi Dev,
thanks for the reply, I have checked with PBS and found my mumbai university with my degree. does that mean there is no need to furnish english medium teaching certificate?
Amd surely will provide the 12 month salary account statement.
thanks.
Nitin
Samuel David said
Hai Dev,
Thank you very much for your reply.did your wife get job in UK?as i wrote in the previous mail.if i am having following criteria.
Qualification -M.Sc in chemistry from mangalore university which there in their list(ie i am eligible for 35 points)
experience-9 years in analytical divison in pharma field
presently working in multinational pharma comapny which its head quarters in USA.
pl let me what are the chances of getting jobs in UK?
as you said i visited that web site but i didn’t find any valuable information.could you pl send any information on pharma openings.(i am not pharmacy graduate i am M.Sc chemistry graduate worked in manufacturing of tablets,liquid orals ETC
& working in R&D pharma sector)sometimes i am thinking if i am not getting job in UK then what is the necessary of coming to UK? i hope you will give valuable suggestions.
Thanks in advance
Samuel
sdevang said
Hello Samuel,
I would request you use same email id when putting comments because i see everytime you use different email ids.
I am sorry to say that if you put different email if then you comment will not be approved because system thinks that its fake.
My wife has not got job till now.I do not have any information about pharma market in UK.
You need to take you call and decide.
Regards,
Dev
Samuel David said
Hai Dev,
Thanks dev,since i am communicating th’o mail with u i am using same e- mail id only,becoz so far i am having only one e-mail id ie in rediffmail.com there is no chance of using another mail id.if something happend unknowingly i am extremely sorry for that.
one more queiry is that see i am getting gross salary but in that after deducting PF (employee contribution)& other deductions ,then i am getting ‘X” rupees as net salary that i can show th’o bank statement , i am having pay slip but to show the PF -Employer contribution & super annuation amount (which is not included in gross salary but it is shown separately in the salary slip) for the each month whether we have to show th’o any compiled form for last 12 months? (i already enquired regarding this with VFS office they said that they consider PF -Employer contribution & super annuation amount also as the earning part)
pl let me know.
i am very happy becoz you are giving very good guidance with humble replies.once again thanks in advance.
Regards
Samuel
Babukumar said
Hi Dev,
Congrats and thanks for doing a great job.
I have a question about fund maintenance.
I have applied Tier-1 Visa on 11/11/2008. but i have little confusion on my FM, during th 3 months period, one day(29/09/2008) the fm was less than 2800 pounds. This will make any problem. Plesae give your suggestions.
Thanks,
Babu
sdevang said
Hi Babu,
If you go through the guidance note or application form than it says that that the fund must not fall below £ 2800 at any time during last 3 months.Please note that it says it must not fall.They are not saying it should not ,so from the sentence it seems that they are pretty strict on this front and i am sorry to say but it may lead to VISA rejection.
One more thing how do you know that the fund was fall down below £ 2800.You need to check the rate on OANDA site and need to know what was the conversion rate at the end of 3 months period.
Regards,
Dev
Abdul Shukur said
Hi Dev,
I appreciate your work here.
I am planning to apply for Tier1-General.
I met all the requirements, i have some queries.
1) My name as in passport – Given Name: ABDUL SHUKUR
I dont have anything at Sur Name column.
In all my certificates i have my name as ABDUL SHUKUR only
Will it be any problem if i dont fill in the SURNAME in the UK application?
2) I am married, my marriage certificate is issued by ANDHRAPRADESH STATE WAKF BOARD not by
registrar as i am a muslim. But the certificate states that “This certificate is valid under
INDIA LAW”. Will it be any problem if i use this certificate as supporting document for my
marriage?
3) I studied B.Tech in a college which is affliated to JNTU HYD, which is listed under UKNARIC
database. Will it be any problem if i am not a University campus student and still using the
UNIVERSITY name for getting the points?
Please reply me soon as i have already taken the appointment for submission on 28th Nov.
I came to know about this blog very lately so couldn’t ask you all these questions before hand.
Cheers,
Abdul Shukur.
sdevang said
HI Abdul,
Your queries are tough to answer.
1) My name as in passport – Given Name: ABDUL SHUKUR
I dont have anything at Sur Name column.
In all my certificates i have my name as ABDUL SHUKUR only
Will it be any problem if i dont fill in the SURNAME in the UK application?
I don’t think that you should have any problem but double check with VFS customer care.You can reach them on 080 40084008.
2) I am married, my marriage certificate is issued by ANDHRAPRADESH STATE WAKF BOARD not by
registrar as i am a muslim. But the certificate states that “This certificate is valid under
INDIA LAW”. Will it be any problem if i use this certificate as supporting document for my
marriage?
No idea on this one as i have never been asked this question before.I would request you update me once you get any info on this from VFS ,so i can help others in future.
It should work.
3) I studied B.Tech in a college which is affiliated to JNTU HYD, which is listed under UKNARIC
database. Will it be any problem if i am not a University campus student and still using the
UNIVERSITY name for getting the points?
As you can find your college in UK NARIC database then you its valid. You can claim points for that.
I am sorry for not able to answer your all query.
This blog is new and i am improving it day by day. Please help me in improving it by letting me know the result of your application.
Regards,
Dev
Abdul Rahuman said
Hai,
Regarding my status of my HSMP-Tier 1 (General) Visa.
I had applied at Chennai VFS on September 1, 2008. (01-09-2008) By 12-11-2008 i received mail from British Deputy High Commission ( Chennai.VisaEnquiry@fco.gov.uk ) that
Dear Mr Abdul Rahuman,
Thank you for your e-mail.
The enquiries on your application are complete. The application is waiting in a queue to be assessed by the Entry Clearance Officer. We will keep you updated on the outcome of the same.
Yours sincerely,
UK Border Agency
Visa Services
Visa Support Officer
Casework Section
British Deputy High Commission,Chennai
d
have any idea, when can i expect the Visa…,.i applied on SEPTEMBER 1, 2008… by today (22-11-2008)it is almost 2 1/2 months gone..more than 13 WEEKS…
Little worry….
thanks and regards
Abdul.
Aruya Peter Simon said
I got my tier1 application rejected on the 3rd of November 2008, my Lawyer has file an appeal, i want to know the total numbers of days that will be require for the whole processing and to overtune the decision and grant me tier1 visa
Abdul Shukur said
Thanks Dev…
I will definitely update you on the result.
You are doing an excellent job and i dont have any issues in being part of this.
Cheers,
Abdul Shukur.
Babukumar said
Hi Dev,
Thanks for your information. Please check the below details. It may help you to analysis my FM.
I have shown the fund Maintenance to the period (10/Aug/2008) to (10/Nov/2008) and the minimum balance is 2,39,200 RS and the maximum is 4,15,000 RS.
And the Currency rate was 76 RS for 1 pound when I submitted the application.
Please advice.
Thanks,
Babu
sdevang said
Hello Aruya Peter Simon,
Generally it takes 2-3 months.
I would request you to contact VISA office either call or email them to know status.
Don’t worry much longer it takes than generally it gets approved.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Babu,
It looks that it wont face FM issue.
Even if they consider 85 INR rate then you wont face any issue.
Don’t worry , you will get VISA.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Abdul,
It seems that British High Commission is also confused on your case.Its good sign actually.Generally delay turns into acceptance.
Regards,
Dev
Ashokkumar said
Hi Dev,
Its really great to c ur comments. I appreciate ur useful blogs.
I am going to apply in Jan 2009 for Tier 1. The visa fees is 600GBP.. I agree..My consultant is charging around 50,000 Rs.
I know its really high..but do i have any other option…
I have another problem…
there r two savings account..my dad deposited 1.67L in one account and another 49,000 in another account….
I transfered 1.67L to my savings account and hence the total became 1.67l+49+amount already there..it came around 2.7L….
Now the problem is I need to show the proof of the same when i file my Tier1 visa….can u suggest some solution….
or a consultant who charge u a less amount…
It would be a great help if u culd help me by some means…
Regards,
Ashok
sdevang said
Hi Ashok,
The first think which you need to do is ……Please do not go for any fucking consultant.
I strongly recommend.
Don’t Go.Don’t Go.Don’t Go.Don’t Go.
I will help you in processing your application entirely n that to free of cost.You may buy a pizza to me once you get your visa.
Second thing is that don’t maintain exact £ 2800 because we never know when the price of £ changes.It was 85 1 month back and its 72 now ,so its unpredictable.
As you have 2.7 lacs , you don’t need to worry about anything.
Maintain 2.7 for 3 months and then you can take bank statement in which you have fund maintained.
Regards,
Dev
kaustav said
Hi Dev,,
I am going to be applying for a HSW soon…
I,m planning to do it through a consultancy.
could u tell me as to what do u suggest-should I apply on my own or do it through the consultancy,also stating the reasons why…
in case I apply on my own and it gets rejected,what is the follow-up process?
thanks
kaustav.
sdevang said
Hello Kaustav,
Please apply it on your own which would boost your confidence as well.
If you meet all requirement and all the docs are genuine then there is no chance of getting rejection.
If you are not having all genuine docs then do not post any comment on this blog because my aim to provide the help to those only who are really Highly skilled and deserved ppl.
I am sorry for being bit rude but don’t take it personally.
If you have all docs genuine then i would help you in making your application successful.
Regards,
Dev
kaustav said
Dev,
Just wanted some information:
1. education — MSC – is the pass certificate of the same fine
2. medium of instruction – it was always english for me so is it ok if i take it out from my school itself or does it have to be from MSC
3. What are the documents for my wife
4. Also i have the last 11 monthjs salary slip and as am changing a job now there would be a gap of 15 days when i am not recieving salary before i join the new firm , is an offer letter of the new firm sufficient for the last missing payslip or do i need to wait for the same,
as you can see there would a disruption in the continuity of the payslip– what do u suggest
cheers!!!
Kaustav
Abdul Shukur said
Hi Dev,
You said British High commision is confused by my case. Can you please elaborate this?
Have you asked them these questions? For which query they are confused?
Cheers,
Abdul Shukur.
George said
Hi Dev,
Could you please tell me which all forms we need to fill for the tier1, general migrant? Is there any number i can contact u? if you are ok abt me calling u, please send me your number to my email mexeus@rediffmail.com
Thanks in advance,
George
sdevang said
Hello Kaustav,
Here are the answers.
1. education — MSC – is the pass certificate of the same fine
Yon need to have degree certificate of MSC.
2. medium of instruction – it was always english for me so is it ok if i take it out from my school itself or does it have to be from MSC
If your college or university is there in UK NARIC database then you dont need to produce any document for instruction of medium.
If you college is not there in NARIC then you need to get certificate from your college or university stating medium of instruction was english.
3. What are the documents for my wife
Marriage certificate.
Passport ( must valid for atleast 6 month from date of application )
Photographs
Invitation letter
Sponsership letter
Accomodation proof in UK
£ 1400 Fund for atleast 3 months
Call VFS on 080 4008 4008 for more info.
4. Also i have the last 11 monthjs salary slip and as am changing a job now there would be a gap of 15 days when i am not recieving salary before i join the new firm , is an offer letter of the
new firm sufficient for the last missing payslip or do i need to wait for the same,
You must 12 months payslip.The offer letter would not work.
If your new company gives 15r days salary and gives salary slip then it should be fine.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Abdul,
I can not ask British High Commission as i am a normal guy like you only.
What i meant was they might be taking time in your case because they might also be confused.Its not 100 % that they are confused , its just an assumption.
One of my friend had to wait 11 months before he got the VISA but generally what i have observed is that whenever they take time , result is positive.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi George,
I am sorry to say i can not provide my direct number because i am doing this stuff volunteerilly not professionally.Please do not mind it.
You can post a comment and i bet you i will reply in 24 hours.
For Tier 1 you need to fill form VAF9.Download link is given in my blog.
Regards,
Dev
Ashokkumar said
Hi Dev….
Thankss for ur reply….
I wont go for consultant..can u send a mail to my email id…
so tht i contact u for any info..
regarding the bank account….i will maintain the same…
But wat about the proof…i will give the bank statement…but it seems that i need to show the proof of the money..the source of the same…
do u have any suggestions…
Prasad Kalyanasundaram said
Hi Dev,
I have a few queries. My passport has Prasad Kalyanasundaram as the name. My degree certificates and transcripts has Prasad K Sundar as my name. Looks like this will be a problem. I have an academic reference who has given me a letter, stating that my degree is issued under the abbreviated name of Prasad K Sundar, and that he knows me and that my actual name is Prasad Kalyanasundaram. Would this suffice?
Do the HSMP folks accept affidavits? I am planning to get both these letters.
I have Rs.200000/- in India(post office MIS) and the least balance in my UK account in the last 3 months is 1300 GBP.
Do they accept post office savings account? I have a similar issue where my post office account is in my abbreviated name (Prasad K Sundar). Will an affidavit
Please, can you advise?
Many Thanks,
Prasad
sdevang said
Hi Prasad,
British high commission accepts affidavits in such cases.I would request you to call VFS on 080 4008 4008 and get it confirmed.
MIS wont be counted. You must have to have £ 2800 maintained in your account for last 3 months to be able to make successful application.
Please make sure that Fund must not fall beyoud £ 2800 at any given point in last 3 months else VISA wont be granted.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Ashok,
British high commission does not bother about the source of Fund ,so don’t worry.
Sorry i can not provide my email id as i am doing this voluntarily not professionally.
I would help my best to help you out.
Regards,
Dev
siva said
Hi,
I have applied for Tier1 on 23rd October.
I got my Passport back today with Visa for 3 yrs.
Thanks,
Siva.
Vijay said
Congrats Siva..are u from Chennai?.If yes, can you help me Tier-1 pls?
Vijay said
Hi Dev,
Appreciate your good blog so far…I am a prospective Tier-1 applicant from Chennai, have some queries to clarify please -
1)Once I apply & get my Tier-1, can I start applying for IT jobs online from within India?
2)or Do I need to come to UK and then search for jobs?
3)Will I get response from employers once I apply for jobs online (quoting my Tier-1 Visa)?…What do they prefer – one should come down straight for a interview in UK (or) wud they first prefer Telephonic iview for a Indian applicant?
My main concern is to get jobs after getting Tier-1 visa!
Thanks,
Vijay
sdevang said
Hello Vijay,
Here are the answers of your questions.
1)Once I apply & get my Tier-1, can I start applying for IT jobs online from within India?
You can start applying but you will not get even any single call or job being in India.I had to face the same thing being india ,so its my personal experience.
2)or Do I need to come to UK and then search for jobs?
You need to be in UK to get the job as consultant would only give you a call if you are in india.
The reason behind this is that if they call though you are in india then how would they schedule interview for you and lets say they schedule telephonic round and after all process you don’t come to UK then they have to start entire process from scratch and recruitment is quite big process here.
It takes minimum 4 to 6 week before they offer you a job.
3)Will I get response from employers once I apply for jobs online (quoting my Tier-1 Visa)?…What do they prefer – one should come down straight for a interview in UK (or) wud they first prefer Telephonic iview for a Indian applicant?
See it depends on your luck , you may get you may not but in 99 % case you will not.
Come to UK and start hunting.
One special advice which i can give it to you if you really wanna try from india.
Go to skype.com and purchase credit using your credit card and with that credit you can buy UK’s local landline number and if someone calls you on that number then that call get routed to your computer provided that you are logged in your skype account.
You can put that number in your resume so consultant may feel that you are in UK.
Its just a matter of around £ 10 to £ 15 ,so i think its worth give a try.
I was not aware of this before i came to UK else i would have tried.
February is best time to come to UK as Summer starts from March hence you get around 6 months to get settled down before fucking winter starts.
I hope this helps.
Regards,
Dev
Prasad Kalyanasundaram said
Dev,
Many Thanks for your response. The MIS savings, will mature in February, in my case. So, do you think they will consider that? Also, I have around 1400£ in the UK (least in the last 3 months). I have boosted it to 2800£ and intend keeping it that way, but then I will be able to apply only in Feb. But, I was looking at applying earlier, if possible.
Regards,
Prasad
sdevang said
Hi Prasad,
You need to have in fund form of liquid to get it considered.
So you can apply only in Feb.Please do not hurry up as it may lead to rejection.
End of Feb is best time to come to UK as summer will start from March onward ,so u get around 6 months to get settled down before fucking winter starts.
Regards,
Dev
Vijay said
Thanks Dev for the wonderful explanation.
A quick qn – if a Tier-1 application gets rejected then can we re-apply (shud one pay £600 again?) or how do we take it forward.
Many thanks!
sdevang said
Hi Vijay,
You can appeal against the decision once free of cost.
For appealing you need to contact Solicitor or lawyer in indian terms. They will charge you as well.
I don’t know the process of appealing as i got visa in first shot only. I am sure you will also get it.
Don’t panic and go for it. I will make sure that your application is successful.
P.S – I only provide help to those who really deserves the HSMP / HSW status.
Regards,
Dev
Vijay said
Thanks Dev, How do you anticipate the UK economy (coz of recent financial crisis in US) in 2009?
Vijay said
And creation of new IT jobs in UK as well in 2009?
sdevang said
Hi Vijay,
Market is dry compared as it was before 6-8 months.
But person who is really technically good gets the job in kind of market.
Anyone has to wait for at-least 1-2 months before he/she gets the offer. Recruitment is damn slow process here.
I am in IT ,so i have only idea about IT. It may happen that you may need to start with less salary but once you get UK exp. then you will rule over consultants.
Oracle DBAs are in great demand in any circumstances and luckily i am an Oracle DBA.
Regards,
Dev
siva said
Hi Dev,
Is there any rule like if we get visa. we should travel with in 6 months like that? we can travel at any time before expiring th Tier 1 visa?
siva said
I am a .NET guy. how is the requirment for .net in uk. wht is ur suggetion like do i need to learn any course before coming to uk. if yes which one is better?
Babukumar said
Hi Dev,
Yesterday I sent a mail to BHC about my application status. They sent me mail like the below
“Dear Mr Babukumar,
Thank you for your e-mail.
The decision is still pending.
Yours sincerely,
UK Border Agency
Visa Services
Casework Section
British Deputy High Commission,Chennai
sr
”
What is this meaning? please advice.
Thanks,
Babu
sdevang said
Hi Siva,
Once you get VISA then you can travel on anydate within your VISA validity. Its not mandatory to travel within specified limit.
I dont have any idea about .Net as i am an Oracle DBA ,so dont know the scope for .Net guy.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Babu,
I think message is quite clear.
It means that decision has not been taken on your case till now. Its under process.
Regards,
Dev
Ashokkumar said
Hi Dev,
i will start preparing the docs as per ur list from cover letter..once i have collected the docs..will give a final reply to u for the collected docs….
my final doubt…the fund maintenace is 2.5L…i will maintain it…as around 2Lak has been credited to my account a single day…VFS may ask for the source of money…and i mean the proof…i have seen many forums asking for the same…
I transfered that money from my another savings account..even that money was credited on the same day…after which i transfered to my savings account..in which the maintenance will be shown…
so other than that i think i have all the genuine docs..can u suggest someting..
can i call my local VFS and explain them about this or ??
Regards,
Ashok
sdevang said
Hi Ashok,
No one will ask for the source of fund. VFS does not bother about the source of the fund as they don’t see the documents at all.
VFS is there to help the british high commission making sure that all the required docs are submitted along with application form.
I would not suggest to call VFS as i am sure you will get diplomatic n standard template based answer from them. The answer could be ,
” We can not say anything on this sir and ultimate decision is with High Commission ”
N as far as you are gonna maintain the fund for three consecutive months then British High Commission should also not have any problem.
Managing 3 lakhs is not a big deal for a person who is applying for HSW visa because they know that you must be earning good to become eligible for HSW visa.
For example ,
I am earning 6 lacs per annum and i have been getting this salary from around 2 years then they can also understand that i can quite easily manage for 3 lacs INR.
They know that no body keeps such big amount in bank account. Ppl generally invest somewhere and whenever they require they take it back from the investment ,so they should not bother about the source of income.
I hope this help.
Regards,
Dev
Ashokkumar said
Hi Dev,
Many thankz for ur answer..I will follow ur words…I will give the docs..
In case if they need any additional document..they may contact me..i suppose…
Another question…
in VAF9 document i saw this question..
Method of Degree verification…
1. Degree in UK NAARIC database
2.Not in UK NAARIC database..
which option shuld i choose…i finished BE ECE from Anna University(SRM Engg college)…
i forgot to add this query in my previous question..
Regards,
Ashok
Vijay said
Hi Dev,
Back with a couple of questions,
1) I have the necessary funds maintained on a joint savings account with my Dad in a diff city other than Chennai, hope this wud suffice?
2)Also I have a Polytechnic Diploma in Computer Technology (2 yrs after 10+2) and a fulltime BE Degree in IT (3 yrs since lateral entry) – so a total of 2 qualifications an hw much points I can claim?
3)I have left my 2nd comp HCL an joind Cognizant 2 months ago, an have a full & final settlement amount paid seperate (with a payslip) so can I deem that as my last month’s salary from HCL and show for application?
Also I have been paid normal monthly salary for the last month of employment as well.
Please clarify.
Many thanks again,
Vijay
NITIN SHETYE said
Hi Dev,
regarding my education docs and passport
on passport my name is like shetye nitin tukaram and degree certificate its Nitin Tukaram Suman Shetye…as Suman is my moms name. This is Mumbai uni standard. Do i need to submit affidavit or just a name variation letter on the letterhead of advecote or notary?
thanks,
nitin shetye
sdevang said
Hello Ashok,
It seems that you have not done eligibility assessment for yourself.
Please do the assessment first of all using following URL.
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/pointscalculator
In above link’s qualification section you can see how many points you can claim for your degree.If you find your college or university in UKNARIC database then you need to select 1. Degree in UK NAARIC database else 2.Not in UK NAARIC database.
I hope this helps. Please go through each n every page of http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/workingintheuk/tier1/general/ URL to get more n clear idea about the process.
Regards,
Dev
Prabhu said
Hello Dev,
I really appriciate your guidance to the applicants and Thanks for your creative/good blog.
Here is my questions reg. HSMP Tier1
1. I heard that we have to show our Monthly Gross earnings for HSMP Visa, While calculating the points, do we need to calculate Gross earnings or Net Pay? Since the Net pay only will be crediting to our Bank account?
2. As part of my company temporary assignment, i went to USA for the past 9 months; How do I show my 12 months earnings statement, Is it like 9 months US pay and 3 months India pay?
3. Am planning to apply HSMP Visa by end of Febraury 2008, since I started to maintain 2800pounds funds in my US account from the last week onwards. Right now am in India, As per friends guidance I will have to produce the Bank Statement with Bank letter head and Bank seal till Feb end?
As I have the Bank statement till November end with the Bank notarization, unlikely its very difficult to get the bank statement for Dec, Jan and Feb? Pls suggest me here.
4. Also as part of my US payslip, its an electronic earning statement. I believe, my employer don’t give the company seal. Normally we used to get it from Company letter head with HR signature. As such, I have got the notarization stamp for all my US payslips. Is that enough? Pls confirm the same.
Thanks again!!!
Viral Shah said
Hi,
I am planning to submit my application in Jan 09 – but I had some questions:
Depending on the market conditions, we are hearing romours that HSW will be freezed. Any comments?
I currently have 2200 GBP in my prepaid (FOREX) acct and ard 2 Lac in my India savings acct. Can I show 2 accts in proof of FM?
Thanks,
VS
Vijay said
Hi Dev,
Appreciate if you can clarify my doubts above please.
Thanks,
Vijay
vijay.infosec@gmail.com
sdevang said
Hello Vijay,
I am really sorry for delay in response but i was damn busy last weekend.
Here are the answers.
1) I have the necessary funds maintained on a joint savings account with my Dad in a diff city other than Chennai, hope this wud suffice?
I am not sure whether this will work or not. Double check with VFS. The reason could be that you would be having two account holder’s name on bank statement then it could create a problem.
2)Also I have a Polytechnic Diploma in Computer Technology (2 yrs after 10+2) and a fulltime BE Degree in IT (3 yrs since lateral entry) – so a total of 2 qualifications an hw much points I can claim?
It would be considered as single degree only and you can claim on points for graduate level. I think you earn 35 points for that.
3)I have left my 2nd comp HCL an joind Cognizant 2 months ago, an have a full & final settlement amount paid seperate (with a payslip) so can I deem that as my last month’s salary from HCL and show for application?
Also I have been paid normal monthly salary for the last month of employment as well.
As you do not have any break for any month during last 12 months then you don’t need to worry about anything.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Prabhu,
Here are the answers.
1. I heard that we have to show our Monthly Gross earnings for HSMP Visa, While calculating the points, do we need to calculate Gross earnings or Net Pay? Since the Net pay only will be crediting to our Bank account?
While calculating point for Tier1 you need to take net take home income into consideration. You can show only those things which are getting reflected in salary slip.
2. As part of my company temporary assignment, i went to USA for the past 9 months; How do I show my 12 months earnings statement, Is it like 9 months US pay and 3 months India pay?
Yes. You can show like that with proper proofs like salary slip etc.
3. Am planning to apply HSMP Visa by end of Febraury 2008, since I started to maintain 2800pounds funds in my US account from the last week onwards. Right now am in India, As per friends guidance I will have to produce the Bank Statement with Bank letter head and Bank seal till Feb end?
As I have the Bank statement till November end with the Bank notarization, unlikely its very difficult to get the bank statement for Dec, Jan and Feb? Pls suggest me here.
You must have bank statement for the account in which you have maintained the fund. They would like to check whether fund was maintained continuously or not for last 3 months.
You can speak to bank manager and make him aware that you want the statement for HSW visa and they have to give. If they say no then you can plan your action accordingly.
4. Also as part of my US payslip, its an electronic earning statement. I believe, my employer don’t give the company seal. Normally we used to get it from Company letter head with HR signature. As such, I have got the notarization stamp for all my US payslips. Is that enough? Pls confirm the same.
All pay slips must be duly signed n stamped by company authority so notary has nothing to do with it.
Ask HR to stamp it and sign it. I was also getting electronic copy but my HR had to signed it.
I told them i am applying for big loan from so n so bank and the bank want all payslips signed n stamped ,so they agree.
I hope this helps.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Viral,
Here are the comments / answers by me.
Depending on the market conditions, we are hearing romours that HSW will be freezed. Any comments?
Don’t listen to any fucking rumors. You can alway mail VFS or British High commission regarding this.
I have also heard the same thing but some what different that they are planning to freeze HSW for IT guys but no one knows when n whether its true or not.
Freezing IT guys seems logical as well because NHS ( Natiion Health System ) is in biiiiiiiiiiiiiiiig need to Nurses n Medical professionals hence they would like to encourage these professional more than the IT guys.
I currently have 2200 GBP in my prepaid (FOREX) acct and ard 2 Lac in my India savings acct. Can I show 2 accts in proof of FM?
No. You can not as per me. You must have bank statement for the account in which you have maintained the fund. They would like to check whether fund was maintained continuously or not for last 3 months.
I would request you to call VFS on 080 4008 4008 n see what they say.
Regards,
Dev
Vijay said
Many thanks Dev for the useful replies. Reg my above qn 1, I just happened to see the below info on JOINT bank accounts.
http://www.ukvisas.gov.uk/en/howtoapply/infs/inf21pbsgeneralmigrant
Maintenance (Funds)- Documentary evidence for Maintenance (Funds)
Evidence must be in the form of cash funds. Other accounts or financial instruments such as shares, bonds, pension funds, etc., regardless of notice period are not acceptable. If you wish to rely on a JOINT account as evidence of available funds, you must be named on the account along with one or more other named individual.
So do I still need to confirm with VHS please?
Thanks
sdevang said
Hi Vijay,
In this case you don’t need to confirm with VFS.
I was also in doubt ,so thanks for clearing it. This would help the future HSW aspirants.
Regards,
Dev
Vijay said
And reg my 3rd qn in post 165 above,
Can the full & final settlement amount from Ex Employer can be counted as SALARY (I have the payslip for the same as OCT month salary. Also I have joined the new employer on Oct 3rd, that means I will have a paylsip for the same OCT month from this new employer as well.
So can I show TWO payslips for the same OCT month (one from ex employer and other from current).
Many thanks again,
Vijay
sdevang said
Hi Vijay,
You can show. It wont create any problem.
Regards,
Dev
Viral said
Thanks Dev.
I just missed to add up on the FM part that, yes both the accounts have this funds maintained from last 3 mnths now. 2200 in gbp forex account and 2l in indian account.
So can I show both of them as they sumup to 2800 GBP?
Vijay said
Thanks Dev, good job much appreciated!
sdevang said
Hi Viral,
I don’t think so that you can show two different account.
Because in the same case they need to also allow someone has more than 2 accounts as well and maintaining fund in more than one account is more simpler and easier.
Double check with VFS. Call on 080 4008 4008.
Regards,
Dev
Viral said
Many Thanks!
Viral said
Hi Dev,
Many thanks for your help!
could you help me sending soft copies for the following:
1. Integra Verification form
2. HSW Performa
3. A template of Covering letter.
Many thanks in advance
Viral
Viral said
Hi Dev,
Many thanks for your help!
could you help me sending soft copies for the following:
1. Integra Verification form
2. HSW Performa
3. A template of Covering letter.
my mail id is shah_meg@yahoo.com
Many thanks in advance
Viral
Ravi said
hi Dev,
my salary is 3,60,000 Rs PA.
My qualification is BCA from osmania university.
Engish medium.
Plz tell me whether iam elgible to apply for tier1 are not.
Many thanks in advance
Ravi
Srini said
hi,
I have got the Tier 1 Post Study Work ( PSW ) visa and i wish to start a limited company on my name having obtained with a masters degree in computer and network engineering in a UK university. Is it possible for me to employ others in my company as well, where the company is not in the computer field but sales. As far as i know i can have any kind of employment with PSW but im a bit concerned to start a limited company.
Please guide me further,
regards,
Srini
Vijay said
Ravi,
You can check out on ur own (using Points calculator @ UK Home Office site)
Txs
sdevang said
Hi Srini,
This is not correct place to ask any question regaarding PSW. Its only for HSW.
I am really sorry for not being able to help you.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Viral,
You can find all the doc in preparation section of my blog.
Regards,
Dev
Samuel David said
a gentle reminder
Hai Dev,
Thanks dev,since i am communicating th’o mail with u i am using same e- mail id only,becoz so far i am having only one e-mail id ie in rediffmail.com there is no chance of using another mail id.if something happend unknowingly i am extremely sorry for that.
one more queiry is that see i am getting gross salary but in that after deducting PF (employee contribution)& other deductions ,then i am getting ‘X” rupees as net salary that i can show th’o bank statement , i am having pay slip but to show the PF -Employer contribution & super annuation amount (which is not included in gross salary but it is shown separately in the salary slip) for the each month whether we have to show th’o any compiled form for last 12 months? (i already enquired regarding this with VFS office they said that they consider PF -Employer contribution & super annuation amount also as the earning part)
pl let me know.
i am very happy becoz you are giving very good guidance with humble replies.once again thanks in advance.
Regards
Samuel
siva said
Hi Dev,
I got Tier 1 in last week. i am planning to travel in march end. can i withdraw my funds from my bank account(maintenance funds). i have around 2,50,000 INR in my account. do i need to keep this money till i reach UK?
sdevang said
Hi Siva,
First of all congrats for getting visa.I hope me n my blog was able to serve your needs.
Please let me know if me of my blog is missing some info.
You do not need to maintain the fund after getting the visa. You can withdraw it.You are king now ,no need to ask anybody for anything.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Samule,
Your last comment is quite tough to understand.I am sorry for that.
You can show as income all the things which are there in your salary slip.
You can only show net take home income not gross income.
Regards,
Dev
Siva said
Hi Dev,
While applying Accomidation proof is required which they are asking in VFS office. i asked them where is it mentioned but still they are asking. i think before applying better to have it. while applying in bank statements please highlight salary for the corresponding months. like rounding up that entry in statement. then they can easily catch up those.
Sandip said
Hi Dev,
Good Job for helping the world for getting the UK visa.
Now my query :- I came to know from my friend’s friend in UK that the UK govt. is planning to stop/ or may have stopped giving the HSMP/Tier1 VISA to foreigners as you know that the slowdown in the world economy. I will appreciate you for your comment on this. Or where can i get the true information as I am planning to apply for tier1 VISA in March 2009.
Thanks,
Sandip.
Samuel David said
Hai Dev,
Thanks for the mail. one more question is that in my company there is a holiday scheme for the employees. In that company will take care of all the expenses of my holiday ,initially I have to pay the bills from my pocket after arriving from holidays they will reimburse the amount th’o cheque (in my name). Regarding this I am having all the mail communications (like intimation by the company that I am eligible for that scheme, hotel or resort booking by the company etc),& zerox copy of cheque (along with bank statement shows the credited amount).i am planning to show as earning part of my income.(I already enquired in VFS office they informed that they can consider as earning part) my question is can I show E-mail communication as a proof of this scheme?(because in my company they prefer communication th’o mail only!)
Regards
Samuel
Ravi said
Hi Dev,
A small correction for the Previous Earnings
Earnings Assessment
As per the above link gross salary before tax can be claimed for Earnings and not the net take home.
Here is the Rapid Share link for Integra Verification form.
Integra Verification Form
One more thing, HSW Performa is not necessary for HSW Tier 1-General category as per information from VFS.
Thanks,
Ravi
Nitin said
Hi Dev,
Just a info update for the blog….Intergra verification is now not a part of HSW….They have removed this step now.
Julia T said
Hi –
I am currently applying for the Tier 1 General from the United States and I was wondering if you could help answer some questions. My questions are:
1. Can I submit printed bank e-statements as a proof of funds (we are living in a very electronic age)?
2. To provide evidence of my earnings can I submit:
– Original Offer letter from my last employer
– My bank e-statements with company deposits
3. Will the official University transcript suffice to prove my English fluency (US University) and Education level? Or will I need to provide any additional letters from the University?
Many thanks in advance.
Kind regards,
Julia
Julia T said
One more question.
Will I need to convert my edu or prof qualifications through NARIC?
Please advise.
Thanks,
J
Prasad said
Hi dev,
This Integra Screening seems to worry me. I work for one of the largest software houses in India, and have been in the UK for the last 40 months. I will be filing an out of country HSMP application, and hence will be integra screened. All my salary though, was received in the UK. However, my worry is, because I work for such a large software company, the HR may not be cooperative, as they usually aren’t and may cite some policy not to divulge information. Infact, they may not have access to my salary, if the phone calls land at the wrong person’s desk,when they call the board. What do I do? Please, can you advise?
Many thanks,
Prasad
Samuel David said
A GENTLE REMINDER
Hai Dev,
Thanks for the mail. one more question is that in my company there is a holiday scheme for the employees. In that company will take care of all the expenses of my holiday ,initially I have to pay the bills from my pocket after arriving from holidays they will reimburse the amount th’o cheque (in my name). Regarding this I am having all the mail communications (like intimation by the company that I am eligible for that scheme, hotel or resort booking by the company etc),& zerox copy of cheque (along with bank statement shows the credited amount).i am planning to show as earning part of my income.(I already enquired in VFS office they informed that they can consider as earning part) my question is can I show E-mail communication as a proof of this scheme?(because in my company they prefer communication th’o mail only!)
Regards
Samuel
Prasad said
Hi
Just called VFS today,and have been informed that Integra verification is now not a part of the HSW application process. This was removed after Nov 27th.
Many Thanks,
Prasad
sdevang said
Hi Sandip,
I apologize for delay in response.
I have not heard anything that Home office is planning to shutdown the doors for foreigners.
You can keep an eye on home office website to keep your self update.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Samule,
As VFS said British High Commission would consider it as your earning as long as you have a proof for the same.
You can take the printout of your email and put it as reference.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Ravi,
Thanks for the letting me know and helping blog to be updated all the time.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Nitin,
Thanks for the update.
I have updated the blog as well.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Julia,
Here are the answers.
1. Can I submit printed bank e-statements as a proof of funds (we are living in a very electronic age)?
You must submit the original bank statement tough being in electronic age because in electronic age frauds happens electronically only.
2. To provide evidence of my earnings can I submit:
- Original Offer letter from my last employer
- My bank e-statements with company deposits
For earning you need to submit last 12 months paysilp with original bank statement.
You also need to submit last years Income tax proof.
3. Will the official University transcript suffice to prove my English fluency (US University) and Education level? Or will I need to provide any additional letters from the University?
If your degree is found in UK NARIC database then you do not need to produce any doc but if it is not there then you need a letter from university.
UK NARIC database link is given in point calculator.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Prasad,
I just got to know that integra verification is no more done by British High Commission.
Regards,
Dev
Sandip said
Hi Dev,
As usual many many thanks to you.
Sandip.
ryan said
for the salary requirements for tier 1, i receive majority of my salry deposited into my account from two seperate employers and receives tips as well, how can i add this in to be eligible for the salary requirements
thx ryan
Samuel David said
Hai,
Thanks for your reply.one more ( this may be final question) thing I want to clarify .i.e. in your web site it mentioned that to claim 40 points for earning one must should have salary at least 5.15 laks.but today I calculated by considering the exchange rate from ONDA if we have Rs 5.0 laks salary also I think person is, eligible.Pl just see the following calculation
1 GBU= Rs 74.6030 (As on 09/12/08 from ONDA) then
Converting INR to GBU =500000/74.6030 ie =6702.143 if we multiply th’o conversion factor ie =6702.143*5.3=35521.36 (£35,000 – £39,999).
Am I right? Waiting for your comments.
Regards
Samuel.
sdevang said
Hi Ryan,
You can sum up both salary and show as your income.
You can show both salary as income with proper evidence like salary slip , bank statement and offer letter.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Samuel,
Yes. You are correct but i would recommend to count 80 as average because you need to show your income for last one year and everyone knows that rate fluctuates ofter ,so to be on safe side go for 1 GBP = 80 INR.
If you are claiming 90 points and as per home office its 80 points then it wont create any problem but let say you say 75 points and as per them its 70 points then it makes big difference. Why to take risk….
I hope it helps.
Regards,
Dev
Hoshang said
Hi,
I am planning to apply for HSMP tier 1 visa for UK.
I think i easily have more then 75 points.
I have the following queries, please guide:
1. How much time does it takes for the VIsa to get stamped ?
2. Once i am there, how good is the Job market for a 4 year experinced IT person.
3. Is there any particular IT hub in europe?
4. Say if i get a job and work and finally after 6-7 years apply for permanent residency, then would i be able to sponsor the immigration for my parents?
Thanks in advance.
raj shah said
hy
I got 5.5 in IELTS
so can I get 10 points of english cause i checked website then they shown 6.5 band
please replay as soon as possible
Abhijeet said
Hi Dev,
Thanks for providing info to the asked queries. I have one query regarding HSMP Tier 1 application: I am from India and since last 7-8 mnths working in Singapore. My query is >> can I apply for HSMP from Singapore or do I need to go to India for applying the same. Please reply.
Thanks in advance.
sdevang said
Hi Hoshang,
Here are the answers.
1. How much time does it takes for the VIsa to get stamped ?
It takes around 20 working days.
2. Once i am there, how good is the Job market for a 4 year experinced IT person.
IT market is not as good as it was but deserving person gets the job in any case.
3. Is there any particular IT hub in europe?
London is IT hub for entire UK / EU.
4. Say if i get a job and work and finally after 6-7 years apply for permanent residency, then would i be able to sponsor the immigration for my parents?
You get PR after 5 years and its called indefinite stay in UK but you can not sponsor your parents in any case.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Raj,
I have nothing to say in your case because as the Home office site says 6.5 then it has to be 6.5 or higher band.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Abhijeet,
As per me you can make an application from Singapore as well.
Call the VFS Singapore and get the address of nearest VFS office and go there and apply.
I wish you all the best.
Please double check with VFS.
Regards,
Dev
Babukumar said
Hi Dev,
I want to inform that I got Tier-1 General Visa on Dec5. Thank you so much for your help.
Time frame
Applied on 11/11/2008
Approved on 05/12/2008
Thanks again,
Babu
Samuel David said
Thank you Dev,
As you said if we consider 1GB=80 INR,but I think in the UK website it is given as’ You should use the closing spot exchange rate on the OANDA website on the last day of the period for which you have claimed earnings in that currency’,
what I feel they will not consider whole year variation of pounds w.r.t Rupees, they will take a/c of earnings by considering the exchange rate on the day of the application submitted. Am I right?pl let me know.
Regards
Samuel
Raj said
Hi Babu,
From which city did you file your Tier1 application.
Thanks,
Raj
Loganathan said
Hi Dev,
i have query on maintaining the fund, i’m getting 35K permonth past 12 month(as per HSW rules i’m eligible for previous earning of 30 points),i have 3lacks in my bank but the problem is 1.5 lacks in last calender years (before dec 2007) and 1.5 lacks is current years funds(after dec2008 to till date), in that case my application will leads to gets rejects?., cause past 12 month the toltal amt is less than the 2800 pounds. but if it combine 2 years i’ll be getting morethan 2800 pounds.moreover i have 2 years of IT return tax, for u’r information
could you plz help on the same?.
Thanks
Logan
Loganathan said
Hi Dev,
sorry for pervious post.
i have query on maintaining the fund, i’m getting 35K permonth past 12 month(as per HSW rules i’m eligible for previous earning of 30 points),i have 3lacks in my bank but the problem is 1.5 lacks in last calender years (before dec 2007) and 1.5 lacks is current years funds(after dec2007 to till date), in that case my application will leads to gets rejects?., cause past 12 month the toltal amt is less than the 2800 pounds. but if it combine 2 years i’ll be getting morethan 2800 pounds.moreover i have 2 years of IT return tax, for u’r information
could you plz help on the same?.
Thanks
Logan
sdevang said
Hi Samuel,
As you said , its mentioned on their website then they will consider that only.
You are correct.I was not aware of this that they have mentioned on their website.
Thanks for clearing.It would help other in future.
Regards,
Dev
Bhav said
Nice information
sdevang said
Hi Logan,
You have to show £ 2800 from last three months else your application will be rejected.
The last three months can be of any year like DEC 2007 , JAN 2008 , FEB 2008.
Regards,
Dev
Logan said
Thx Dev for clearing my doubt.
i’m going to apply tier1 migrant on jan 2009.
i’m very confusion to get forms for tier1(general) migrant(what are the document has required for to apply tier1(general)). could you plz help on the same or send me required forms to bellow mail id?..
loganathan_sankar@yahoo.co.in
advance thx for helping on the same..
Thanks
Logan
George said
Hi Dev,
Finally i got the VISA.. I am so happy…. It took only 15 days for me.They are so fast. AWESOME!!!!!!!
Application given on – 26-Nov-2008
Bank Verification by call on – 1-Dec-2008
Office verification by Mail on – 2-Dec-2008
Office verification by call on – 3-Dec-2008
Last update from VFS on – (Processed application delivered to Blue Dart on 10 Dec 2008)
Received the PASSPORT with stamp on it – 11-Dec-2008
Samuel David said
Hai Dev,
You’re really doing a very good job, God really bless you,becoz you’re saving many peoples money by giving outstanding service.
As you said your wife is from pharma background(whether she is from marketing dept or analytical department pl let me know) did she get job? why I am asking becoz I am also from pharma field.since 9 years I am working in analytical section of formulation R&D department. if your wife is from pharma analytical field could you pl ask about job opportunities in UK for pharma analytical person(I hope she is the right person)? Really it would help me a lot ,then I think I will get some correct picture of job openings in pharma field.
Thanks & Regards
Samuel
Logan said
hey George,
congrats for getting you’r VISA. could you plz send across the all relevent tier1(general) migrant form this id?. loganathan_sankar@yahoo.co.in
thx
Logan
sdevang said
Hi Logan,
It seems you have not read my blog completely.
Please read it and you will links to all requires docs.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Geroge,
I am happy for you as well.Congrats for the Visa.
I hope me n my blog were able to serve your needs.
Regards,
Dev
Pearl said
Need some help.
For the 2800 GBP that needs to be maintained in the account for 3 months, the exchange rate on which date should be used to convert the currency? I understand that it should be calculated from the oanda site, but I would like to verify the date on which the exchange rate should be taken. Is it the date that the bank gives the letter? or is it the date that the application is submitted or any other date? I’m worried as I might fall short of the amount if it’s calculated based on an exchange rate on a date when it was high. Please advice.
sdevang said
Hi Pearl,
The bank statement will be taken in consideration and make sure that bank statement is not old more than a week from the date of application.
Regards,
Dev
Sridhar said
Can you please update the blog with link to 1.Integra Verification form and 2.Covering letter.
Thanks
Sridhar said
Hi Dev,
Also can you please clarify my doubt regarding the hotel booking.
I am planning to submit my Application to VFS on 15-DEC i.e coming Monday..will it be fine if i book the hotel room today and submit the same in my documentation.
Vineeth said
Hi Dev,
You have a nice hub of information here. First of all thanks for all this effort.
I have some questions and hope you can help me out :-
1) Regarding Education in English and Proficiency of the language :-
One of your comments “You need to have degree certificate mentioning that it was taught in English language or you can get letter from university stating that your tenure was in english then you will get point else your application will be rejected immediately.
If I clear IELTS will I get any points? What is the IELTS score expected to get all 10 points for English Language?
You dont need to give IELTS as your degree was in english medium.
“Will the official University transcript suffice to prove my English fluency (US University) and Education level? Or will I need to provide any additional letters from the University?
If your degree is found in UK NARIC database then you do not need to produce any doc but if it is not there then you need a letter from university.
UK NARIC database link is given in point calculator.”
From these comments I concluded that if my University is available in the database at http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/pointscalculator I am good. As in I don’t have to submit a proof that the medium of my education is English and neither do I have to submit a IELTS score. So I “do” find my University in this list but on the “English Language” Page of the points calculator I am given the option “I have a qualification that was taught in English”. If my University was in the list won’t it automatically mean that I am proficient in English?
2) Earning Statments :-
I am in the US now and am planning to move back to India by Feb. By April/May I plan to apply for the Tier 1 permit. Naturally a good portion of my income is from US but when I move out of here I intend to close my bank accounts. Now would this affect verification of my account because the salary details in the statement are correct then only problem(if any) is that I closed my account. I would imagine this won’t be a problem but just wanted to know you opinion.
Thanks again for your time,
Vineeth.
Naveen said
Hi,
I am planning to apply for HSMP,so can I apply for HSMP for my dependents once I got my visa.
let me know the process
sdevang said
HI Sridhar,
I was not in mood of giving the reply today but as you are applying on coming monday ,so i could not keep myself away from helping you.
Integra verification is not done any more ,so form is not required. Covering letter’s link would be updated soon , may be tomorrow.
You can book hotel at any time. Once you book the hotel , you will get email confirmation which you can attach with your application.
Once VISA is granted , you can cancel the hotel booking as well. Go for Travel lodge as they are cheap compared to others and they have good policies in place but double check before booking.
It seems you are applying in hurry and if that is the case please do not do it in hurry. Please make sure everything is ready and perfect before you go for application.
You can cancel the appointment and rebook it. There is nothing wrong in it.
Regards,
Dev
Sridhar said
Hi Dev,
thanks for your quick reply.
Can you please check my below documentation.
1. 600 £ Application Fee (If they accept i want to pay this amout using my credit card otherwise as i am going to carry 48000 cash i will pay by cash)
2. VAF9 Application form with UK’s approved size photo graph
3.Also Filled pbsappendix1.pdf form
4. Covering Letter
5. HSW Performa
6. Passport , Birth Certificate or Driving License ( AGE Proof )
7. Letter from college or university stating that your graduation was in English medium.
8. Last 12 months payslip duly signed by company authority.
9. Last 12 months salary account’s statement
10. Last company’s offer letter
11. hotel accomadation
12. Letter form bank stating that funds availabel for past 3 months(2800 £ )
13. International Certificates csqa and scjp
Thanks in advance,
Sridhar
sdevang said
Hi Sridhar,
They accept Credit Card as per me. I am not sure about Tier 1 but they were accepting it when i applied for HSMP.
In one sentence , You shall get VISA.
Regards,
Dev
Nitin said
Hi Dev,
One more update, Hotel Booking clause now removed from HSW. tier 1.
sdevang said
Hi Nitin ,
Are you sure.
If yes then what about accommodation proof. Hotel booking is only required only if you do not have invitation letter.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Sridhar,
I am not sure whether VFS has stopped asking for Hotel booking or Accommodation proof.
As you have appointment on monday , please double check with them and then pay the fee.
Regards,
Dev
sabu said
i am b.tech from Mahatma gandhi university, my qualification in naric database but in english databas, how can i get 10 points for englis
sdevang said
HI Sabu,
If your university is there in UK NARIC database then you do not need to anything else you need to get certificate from university stating that medium of instruction was english.
Regards,
Dev
sabu said
mr dev,
when you go with point calculator,it will reach up to english point and it gives zero, so you are telling no need to worry,only university letter is enough, i had transcript in which medium of instruction in english. my wife already got Tier 1 visa last week, i never thought my university M.G had such a bad luck.
sabu said
mr dev
nice day…
….so you are telling that i dont have to take Ietls or such other tests to get the point 10
Nitin, said
Hi Dev
Nitin, said
Hi Dev
yes , I have asked specifically , before filing the application to consulate on Thursday.
Aarnav said
Hi Dev,
First of all thanks for such a helpful forum.
I have some basic questions about HSMP (HSW -T1) as below:
- I understood that HSMP can be apply round the year (unlike H1 for US).
- What is typical end-to-end processing time for HSMP?
- Is 600 £ is per application or per person, what would be fees if me and one dependant applying at the same time?
- Once HSMP granted, do I need to compulsory visit UK within some time limit to retain HSMP?
- I am Indian citizen working in US. I am planning to apply HSMP from US, any specific advice/suggestion while applying from US?
- If HSMP granted, and for some reason I cant use it, does it have negative impact in future?
- If approved, will it be for minimum 3 Yrs, or can be less than that?
I hope, I was able to explain my doubt.
Thanks in advance for you help!!
Best Regards,
Aarnav
Sridhar said
Hi All,
Any recently applied candidates,
can you please confirm whether this inv letter/Hotel accommodation is still required under HSW tier 1 general migrant visa.
Thanks
Sridhar
elvis said
Mr Dev
My qualification in database of Naric, but when i reach english points its become zero, i had obtained a letter from Naric that my degree 4 years is equivalent to british bachelor degree, but i am not sure that i will get 10 points for english language if i submitt a University letter stating english medium of instruction throughout.
Please dev answer me please
Samuel David said
A Gentle REMINDER,
Hai Dev,
You’re really doing a very good job, God really bless you,becoz you’re saving many peoples money by giving outstanding service.
As you said your wife is from pharma background(whether she is from marketing dept or analytical department pl let me know) did she get job? why I am asking becoz I am also from pharma field.since 9 years I am working in analytical section of formulation R&D department. if your wife is from pharma analytical field could you pl ask about job opportunities in UK for pharma analytical person(I hope she is the right person)? Really it would help me a lot ,then I think I will get some correct picture of job openings in pharma field.
Thanks & Regards
Samuel
George said
Hi Dev,
I am really thankful to you for maintaining such a beautiful and informative site like and more over that, special cheers to you for giving replies and advises on this. I have used information from your site to cross check many things for the process and of course, ur guidance really helped me alot.
Thanks once again,
George
George said
Hi Sridar,
Dev- sorry that i replied to sridhar before you reply.
VFS guys will surely ask for the accomodation proof. I have applied it on 26 nov and they have asked me the same. There are many hotels where you can apply for accomodation by paying 2-3 pounds using a credit card. you will get the booking confirmation on your email. Take a print of the email and submit that along with the application.
George said
Hi Sabu,
I am also from MG University. unfortunately the english education from MG university is not valid for the VISA. You will get the points for the EDUCATION in points calculator. but the same education is not treated for the english requirement. I have wrote my IELTS for that purpose. To be on the safer side, please write IELTS rather than getting a paper from the university.
Regards,
George
Logan said
Hi Friends,
Any recently applied candidates,
could you plz update the following details?.
1. Covering Letter
2. HSW Performa
so that it helpful for new candidates in future.
Thanks & Regards
Logan
Logan said
Hi dev,
i have one query,i have downloaded the VAF9 and pbsappendix1.pdf froms. while submitting the same to VFS what format i have to submit, i mean whether word format or PDF format?.
Thanks
Logan
sdevang said
Hi George,
Thanks a lot for playing wonderful role of helping ppl. I really appreciate your updates n replies.
My wife was working as Regulatory Affairs officer in India and i think you have different exposure.
She is looking for job and she could have got it but the problem is most of the Pharma firms are in country side means outskirts and i have my job in London ,so in that case is she selects the job , she needs to travel around 3 hours a day and which is not good option she would like to opt for.
But she gets many calls from consultants,so it seems market is good.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Logan,
You need to submit Hard copy.
You can fill it by hand and handover.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Arnav,
Here comes the answers.
- I understood that HSMP can be apply round the year (unlike H1 for US).
You can apply at any time.
- What is typical end-to-end processing time for HSMP?
The entire process takes around 4 months including 3 months funds maintenance.
- Is 600 £ is per application or per person, what would be fees if me and one dependant applying at the same time?
600 £ is for main applicant and its around 18000 INR for each dependent.I am not sure as i applied in HSMP and now its Tier1. Call VFS on 080 4008 4008 and double check.
- Once HSMP granted, do I need to compulsory visit UK within some time limit to retain HSMP?
Once you have visa , its your wish that you want visit UK or not but if you don’t come to UK in first 2 and half year and then you come then your visa will not be extended.
- I am Indian citizen working in US. I am planning to apply HSMP from US, any specific advice/suggestion while applying from US?
No.Same as if you are applying from India.
- If HSMP granted, and for some reason I cant use it, does it have negative impact in future?
Only one negative impact that you will be earning in $ not in £.
- If approved, will it be for minimum 3 Yrs, or can be less than that?
Tier 1 is for 3 years initially then 2 years extensions.After 5 years indefinite stay to UK and after 8 years Citizenship.
I hope this helps.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Elvis,
As you have received letter from NARIC then you don’t need to worry. You can use the same letter for claiming the points.
You can also get a letter from university stating that your tenure was in english to be on safer side.
Regards,
Dev
Navdeep said
Hi Dev
I need to know if there is any condition after getting visa, that i need to stay in UK for a minimum of x months in the 3 year visa period.
Regards
Navdeep Singh
Samuel David said
Hai Dev,
Thanks for your feed back.one thing i didn’t understand what is HSW Performa? what it contains? where we get forms? what documents we have to submit ? pl let me know
Regards
samuel
sdevang said
Hi Samuel,
HSW performa is a 1 page form where you need to define your previous experiences and personal details but they might have stopped taking it ,so double check with VFS and let me know.
Regards,
Dev
charan said
Hi,
Could you let me how many times extention will be given on Tire 1 General Migrant Visa?
Thx
Charan
sdevang said
Hi Charan,
You will be given one extension only and after 5 years you get indefinite stay in UK.
Regards,
Dev
Raj said
Hi,
You are doing a great job Dev, GOD bless you. I have few (more than few) queries, if you don’t mind…
1 – I want to claim 20 points for Age which is possible only if you are below 28 (according to http://www.ukvisas.gov.uk web site) but there are other few sites where the Age limit shows 27, which sounds confusing. Do you know what the correct information is?
2 – I have Bachelors Degree in Arts from University of Mumbai (30 Points), but I also posses a vocational Diploma in Computer Hardware & Networking from a local Institute in Mumbai. For past 4 years I’m in Qatar working as a System Administrator. Can I claim points for my diploma as well? Also, does UK High Commission link your Qualification & Profession while making any decision upon your case?
3 – I can find my qualification (Bachelors Degree / Arts – Others category) on UK NARIC database and can apply for a letter of comparability. Do I still need a letter from the University or have to verify my qualification from INTEGRA?
4 – Do they ask for original Bank Statements or just Photocopies? Does Immigration office verify your bank statements? How? (Since Banks are not allowed to disclose any information about their account holder)
5 – According to the guideline “you should provide at least two pieces of evidence for your previous earning, the evidence must be from separate sources” you either have to provide Bank Statements with Employer Letter or Bank Statements with Payslips. Which one is most preferred? Do they need original Payslips or just photocopies?
6 – I’m planning to log my application from Mumbai, However I am working in Doha for last 4 years and I get TAX free salary (entire Middle East TAX Free) & I haven’t been to India for this entire period, do I still need to show my IT returns? And if so, than How?
7 – I have done IELTS with overall score of 6.5; can I claim 10 points for this?
8 – Maintenance Fund: Do I need to get a Letter from the Bank stating the conversion & period of fund been held in my account?
I hope you don’t mind to answer my 12345678 Qs? Thanks again!
elvis said
hi Dev
Regarding Tier 1 general visa, points for english language
But many people tell that Uk naric letter will be only for qualification points, if english pointer shows zero, then to have IELTS score of 6.5. this is confusing me Dev. actually i am also same boat of Sabu and Gerge, i think this is only M.G university studied persons suffer this funny english problems.
Please revert back if anyone got Tier 1 general on the grounds of naric letter and university letter of english taught.
Elvis
sdevang said
Hi Elvis,
Please go ahead and write IELTS in this case. I can not say go ahead with certification in case of confusion.
Or you can drop a mail to British high commission Mumbai.
George what do you say in this case.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Raj,
Thanks for appreciating my efforts.
Here are the answers.
1 – I want to claim 20 points for Age which is possible only if you are below 28 (according to http://www.ukvisas.gov.uk web site) but there are other few sites where the Age limit shows 27, which sounds confusing. Do you know what the correct information is?
Correct age is 28 years. Don’t look anywhere else.
2 – I have Bachelors Degree in Arts from University of Mumbai (30 Points), but I also posses a vocational Diploma in Computer Hardware & Networking from a local Institute in Mumbai. For past 4 years I’m in Qatar working as a System Administrator. Can I claim points for my diploma as well? Also, does UK High Commission link your Qualification & Profession while making any decision upon your case?
Both degree falls under bachelors degree so you can only claim 30 points.In case of masters only you can claim more points.
3 – I can find my qualification (Bachelors Degree / Arts – Others category) on UK NARIC database and can apply for a letter of comparability. Do I still need a letter from the University or have to verify my qualification from INTEGRA?
If you find your university in NARIC database then you don’t need anything else.
4 – Do they ask for original Bank Statements or just Photocopies? Does Immigration office verify your bank statements? How? (Since Banks are not allowed to disclose any information about their account holder)
All original docs are mandatory. Generally they don’t verify the documents but don’t take risk.Please make sure everything is correct and perfect.
In case if you are planning to make fake docs then please do not post any comments from now as i only help deserving ppl. Please do not take it personally.
5 – According to the guideline “you should provide at least two pieces of evidence for your previous earning, the evidence must be from separate sources” you either have to provide Bank Statements with Employer Letter or Bank Statements with Payslips. Which one is most preferred? Do they need original Payslips or just photocopies?
As i said all originals. Either of them is preferred but i would recommend bank statement with pay slip ,so they can easily verify the amount reflected in payslip with bank statement.
6 – I’m planning to log my application from Mumbai, However I am working in Doha for last 4 years and I get TAX free salary (entire Middle East TAX Free) & I haven’t been to India for this entire period, do I still need to show my IT returns? And if so, than How?
I don’t know how doha works but though you should be having some Tax or something.Call VFS n confirm.
7 – I have done IELTS with overall score of 6.5; can I claim 10 points for this?
Yes.You can.
8 – Maintenance Fund: Do I need to get a Letter from the Bank stating the conversion & period of fund been held in my account?
Not mandatory but recommended.
Regards,
Dev
Atul said
Hey Dev…
Good Job, My case is smillier like RAJ and you have answred almost evrthing… but one point which still needs to be clear
“does UK High Commission link your Qualification & Profession while making any decision upon your case?”
Will appriciate you response…thnx
Shankar Iyer said
Hi Dev,
My payslip has 2 components:
The salary before tax, PF, gratuity etc and the salary after deducting all these , that actually gets credited in the bank.
VFS told me that the salary before tax would be considered.
However , my bank statement would refelct the salary afetr tax, PF, gratuity. PLease le me know which o;ne is considered?
Abdul Rahuman said
Hai Dev,
I GOT MY HSMP SUCCESSFULLY……i have waited for this for 4 months…..
Thanks for all supports given…..
Abdul.
Mujeeb said
Hi There,
I work in saudi arabia and i m gonna apply for new tier 1 general pbs .. i get the salary in cheque + cash; my company doesn’t transfer the salary into the bank… so please tell me how to prove the evidences for previouse earning …to the best of my knowledge and what i have been reading in the forums; bank statements are required including employment letter…
But
In hsmp guidance i read if someone belongs to the country which is tax exempt one can provide two of following evidences..
1. Bank statements
2. Salary/wape slips
3. Employment letter from company
I fit in that scenario of last two evidences and i can provide ..but don’t know is this guidance to be followed in new tier 1 system also.. i can prove fund maintainance because i have been depositing the salary by myself into the bank from last few months.. please reply me soon about just submitting employment letter attested by chamber of commerce and salary slips. thanx in advance..
Abdul Shukur said
Hi Dev,
I got my TIER1 VISA…
If you remember i had posted some complex questions to you… I am sharing this information to you to assist others who also have the same concerns…
1) Muslims can get their marriage certificate from the Waqf board, not necessarily from the Registrar
Abdul Shukur said
Hi Dev,
I got my TIER1 VISA…
If you remember i had posted some complex questions to you… I am sharing this information to you to assist others who also have the same concerns…
1) Muslims can get their marriage certificate from the Waqf board, not necessarily from the
Registrar.
2) Muslims need not to have Surname compulsarily…. as in my case Given Name: ABDUL SHUKUR, No
surname.
I got the visa in just three weeks… Thanks a lot Dev for your guidance through this blog…
Cheers,
Abdul Shukur.
Mujeeb said
Hi Dev,
I work in saudi arabia and i m gonna apply for new tier 1 general pbs .. i get the salary in cheque + cash; my company doesn’t transfer the salary into the bank… so please tell me how to prove the evidences for previouse earning …to the best of my knowledge and what i have been reading in the forums; bank statements are required including employment letter…
But
In hsmp guidance i read if someone belongs to the country which is tax exempt one can provide two of following evidences..
1. Bank statements
2. Salary/pay slips
3. Employment letter from company
I fit in that scenario of last two evidences and i can provide ..but don’t know is this guidance to be followed in new tier 1 system also.. i can prove fund maintainance because i have been depositing the salary by myself into the bank from last few months.. please reply me soon…
Murali said
Hi Dev,
I am a owner of a small IT company since two years but now i have closed down i have the IT returns for last year and previous experience letters, is it enough only last one year IT returns, how do i show my payslips and salry statement i am teh owner i can only show my bank account is that enough
sdevang said
Hi Atul,
Qualification is required for claiming the points.
Profession does not matter but you must be earning for claiming the points.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Shankar,
As VFS told salary before tax would be considered then you don’t need to worry about anything because British high commission also knows that bank statement would have only have net take home income.
They can always match net take home salary from payslip with bank statement.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Abdul,
Congrats for visa.
I really appreciate your inputs and dedication toward helping others.Thats the only reason i have started this blog ,so nobody needs to pay any fucking consultants for getting visa.
Blog will also be updated with information provided by you.Thanks
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Mujeeb,
Sorry for late reply.I was bit busy in my home relocation hence couldn’t reply last week.
You can submit pay slip along with statement and offer letter. That should suffice.
As long as your pay slip and bank statement amount matched then you wouldn’t have any problem.
Regards,
Dev
Mujeeb said
Nice to see u Dev..
but my situation is as i mentioned in previous post that i receive cash + cheque in hand so the amount i deposit in bank isn’t same as i get the salary (doesn’t match).. my focus is on just submitting the salary slips and employment letter attested by chamber of commerce.. is this enough…?
and
should that be an employment letter confirming the amount bieng recieved,name,designation etc ? or should be an offer letter stating he is employed in xxx company since …etc ? bit confused.. hope to receive ur reply soon..thanx in advance..
sdevang said
Hi Mujeeb,
Yours is typical case.Dont submit application in hurry.
If you can get letter from employer then it would be great.
Salary slip plus offer letter should suffice in your case but still submit the bank statement though it does not reflect the exact amount getting credited in your account.
In application form you should find one page where you can mention some special stuff like this.I would request you to fill that up to visa officer is aware before making decision.
Call VFS on 080 4008 4008 to check with them as well.
Regards,
Dev
Abdul Shukur said
Hi Dev,
Thanks for the reply…
Do you maintain any other blog for the people who got Tier1
Need some assistance in that case also, can i post my questions here only…
Cheers,
Abdul Shukur.
sdevang said
Hi Abdul,
I really appreciate your idea. Actually i liked it and i feel that it will definitely help the ppl to great extents.
I am going out of UK for 5 days ,so probably i can start writing the new post once back.
Please let me know if you would like to contribute from urside as well.
I have created Page already but it does not have any content as of now.
Regards,
Dev
Abdul Shukur said
Hi Dev,
Yeah i dont have any problems helping you out in this great work.
Currently i can help people filing Tier1, because i already faced it. But i cannot for, who have already got Tier1.
I am planning to come to UK in the last week of Feb or first week of March. So, myself wont have any knowledge about that matter till i get a job there.
Let me know your plan, we will work together anyways. And ofcourse, i need your valuable assistance in getting a job over there
Little intro about me, I am having more than 5 years of experience in IT industry in the field of Embedded systems. How to approach actually?
I am thinking if i can get an offer letter when i am in india itself, this solves all the risks for me. Please list out some good job portals of UK, i would like to attend interviews from here itself, if i receive any calls
Cheers,
Abdul Shukur.
Mujeeb said
Thanx Dev.. you are doing great job… i want to know the format of offer letter and employment letter… can someone give send me the format here..
sanam423@hotmail.com
Congrats Abdul Shukur… if possible can u send me the details of filling the forms..and few cover letters if possible send to my above letters…thanx in advance.. i really appreciate ..my God bless all..
Abdul Shukur said
Hi Mujeeb,
Dev has listed almost all the coverletters on this blog. Just follow the instructions mentioned by Dev.
If you fall under some special cases or if you dont understand the guidelines, you can definitely post your questions here.
Cheers,
Abdul Shukur.
A B Vodnala said
I have completed M.Phil in Management (English medium) by distance education from Alagappa University Karaikudi. Am I eligible to get 35 points under PBS system ?
Abhijeet said
Hi Dev,
I have worked in 2 countries in the last 1 year and have to provide the bank statements from 2 different bank accounts for the last 12 months.
I have received a salary from x country & Y Country.
The details are as follows:
Oct-07 to Apr-08 : X Country
May-08 to Sept-08 : Y Country
Now my question is:
What is the exchange/conversion rate I should apply, for the salaries I received in X Country?
ie. should I use the 30-Apr-08 OANDA rate for the period I was in the X Country; 30-Sept-08 OANDA rate for for the period I was in Y Country.
OR
Should I use the 30-Sept-08 OANDA rate for the entire earning.
OR
Can I use the conversion rate one day prior to application submittion date.
2nd QUERY >>> Is it really required to show earnings over CONSECUTIVE 12 months or can I show as follows:
1-Oct-2007 to 30-Apr-2008 & 1-Jun-08 to 31-Oct-2008
as I was working in X country for 1 company till 15 May 2008 and then I shifted to Y country for 2 company and started working there from 15th May 2008. So I dont have any payslip for 1st may – 15 may as I got the salary for this 15 days as final settelement and dont have any letter for final settelement. I am not showing this final settelement as my earnings.
Thanks in advance.
A.B.Vodnala said
Hi Dev,
I am planning to apply for HSMP T1G PBS in Feb, 2009. I have completed M.Phil in management from Alagappa University, Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu, India by distance education in English medium. This degree is mentioned in PBS calculator. Am I eligible for to get 35 points for academics ? do I a separate evaluation letter from NARIC or my university to claim 10 points for English language . Appreciate your reply
Regards
A B Vodnala
A B Vodnala said
Hi Dev,
I have completed my M.Phil degree in Management from Alagappa University Karaikudi, TN under distance education mode. This degree is listed in PBS calculator. Am I eligible for 35 points for and qualification and 10 points for English Language ?
Regards
A B Vodnala
Nehal Singh said
Hi George & Dev,
with regards to your bolg no 223:
What does it mean “Bank Verification by call on”? Who called you? Bank or British High Commission?
I am working in Singapore and want to apply for Tier 1 and I have assessed myself and got a positive feedback. I’m planing to log my application from Delhi and will provide all required docs (Forms, pay slips & bank statements etc..) just a Q, Will they call my bank in Singapore?
I get my salary by cheque wich i have to deposit every month & on my bank statement the cheque will reflecct with a cheque no. does British High Commission check the source of income or just the ammount being transfered?
I can ask my bank for 12 moth bank statement with autherised stamp and signatures,Do they still need to verify that?
Thanks
Nehal
Ref Blog:
“George Says:
December 11, 2008 at 8:29 am
Hi Dev,
Finally i got the VISA.. I am so happy…. It took only 15 days for me.They are so fast. AWESOME!!!!!!!
Application given on – 26-Nov-2008
Bank Verification by call on – 1-Dec-2008
Office verification by Mail on – 2-Dec-2008
Office verification by call on – 3-Dec-2008
Last update from VFS on – (Processed application delivered to Blue Dart on 10 Dec 2008)
Received the PASSPORT with stamp on it – 11-Dec-2008″
Shankar Iyer said
HI Dev,
I was on a WP in UK from June 28th to Dec 7th 2008 .
I recieved a per diem allowance during this time and full salary in India . I came across some sites which says that the uplift for the Indian salary cannot be applied for the period spent in UK . What I thought till now was (IND_SAL*Exch_Rate*5.3+per_diem in UK). But am not sure now whether the Indian salary will be uplifted or not. I called VFS but they too are not confident .
Please let me know.
Rahul said
Hi Dev
Wish You all Happy New Year 2009.
New Year begins,let us pray
that it will be a year
with New Peace,
New Happiness
through out the New Year 2009
Regards,
Rahul
Nitin said
Hi Dev,
If we are not getting status change after Tier 1 apply, can we ask for the reason and to whom.
thanks,
Nitin
raj said
hi Nitin,
I am also in the same situation as that of yours.Its been more than 2 months since I applied.
Can you tell me– when did u apply and from which city?
Nitin said
Hi Raj,
Applied on 11th Dec 2008.
rgds…nitin
Nitin said
Hi Raj,
Applied on 11th Dec 2008 and from mumbai.
rgds…nitin
Ravi said
Happy New Year dear HSW aspirants/holders.
This blog really rocks.
I got my HSW Tier 1(General) Visa. I received my passport along with the original documents today. I have applied from VFS Pune on 26th Nov.
I have to say this blog has helped me a lot in getting my Visa.
Thanks,
Ravi
sdevang said
Hi Ravi,
Congrats for getting the visa.
I wish u all the best for future n happy hunting in UK.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Nitin,
I am really sorry for delay in response but i were out of England.
You can drop a mail to British High Commission in Mumbai and they will let you know.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Rahul,
Thanks a lot for the wishes.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Shankar,
I would request you to contact the VFS on 080 4008 4008 and see what they say about this.
As far as my knowledge goes you can show all the earnings.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Nehal,
You may get call from Third party company which does the verification for British High Commission.
Generally if they call then they call your employer.If you have not changed your employer from last 1 year then chances of getting verification call becomes pretty less.
British high commission is interested to know whether salary is getting credited in account or not and amount in payslip must match with amount deposited in bank.
You must need to produce 12 months duly signed payslips.
If somewhere some amount is not matching and they have doubt then they may verify it.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi A B Vodnala,
As you said the degree is listed in PBS then you can claim the 35 points and if you find your university in UK NARIC list then you can claim 10 points for English language.
Regards,
Dev
Raj said
Hi Dev,
As I commented earlier, Its been more than 2 months since I applied from VFS mumbai and there is no change in status.My hotel accomodation booking date is next week and I guess I have to cancel that now.I am planning to mail them and discuss the same.Can you share your thoughts about this?
Jerrin said
Hi Dev/George,
I am planning to apply for Tier-1 soon. When I did the self-assessment, Point calculator is giving points for my qualification. But when I entered the same qualification in the english language requirement section, it is not giving the points.
I have the transcript from the University stating the medium of instruction of my degree was English.
My questions are:
1. Is that transcript enough to score points for English language requirement
2. do I need to evaluate my qualification and transcript with UK NARIC to get the points
3. should I go for an alternative to get the points.
Please help
Thanks in advance
Jerrin.
sdevang said
Hi Jerrin,
You need to give IELTS exam and must score minimum 6.5 bands in this case to prove your english level ability.
Regards,
Dev
Jerrin said
Hey Dev,
Do you have any idea whether UK NARIC can verify the English skills from the qualification?
Regards,
Jerrin.
Jerrin said
Dev,
I just checked NARIC website and it says they are helping the UK BA to verify the Eng language skills of candidates form the qualification.
So I think, they will be able to evaluate my qualification and give a certificate for language skills.
What do you think Dev?
Jerrin.
Samuel David said
Hai Dev,
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!!
My question is hotel booking is it madatory requirement to get HSMP visa? pl let me know.
Hai George,Abdul Shukur & RAVI
can you pl comment on this?
sdevang said
Hi Jerrin,
They help to verify the degree for which you can claim the points accordingly.It does not mean that they will give you some letter which proves the english language ability.
Go for IELTS. Dont take risk.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Samuel,
Hotel booking is not mandatory.It just gives bit more confidence to VISA officer that you have some place to live once you reach the UK.
Regards,
Dev
Rashmi said
Hi Dev,
This forum is really good and I got answers of almost my all questions. Thanks for your help.
But still I have one query for previous earnings and claiming period as follows:
I am going to show the claiming period as 1 Jan 08 – 31 dec 08. But salary for Dec’08 month I got on 12 Jan’09. Will it be considered in the claiming period as 12 jan 09 is out of claiming period but it is Dec 08 only thing it got creadited on 12 Jan 09.
If yes, then which date’s conversion rate should I use for calculating equivalent GBP? Is it of 31 Dec, 08 as it was the last day of the claiming period?
If no, then what claiming period should i consider to get 12 months earnings?
Can I use 13 jan 08 – 12 jan 09 as the claiming period but in that case what salary should I consider for jan,08 from 1 jan 08 to 31 jan 08 or do I need to calculate the salary from 13 jan 08 to 31 jan 08 and show it as Jan08 salary?
I called and asked in VFS but they are not giving me proper answer. They are telling that you read all the information from the site and take the information which is the best suitable for you. Even I got the same answer when I sent them a mail.
Thanks & Regards,
Rashmi
sdevang said
Hi Rashmi,
VFS is just an application center and they dont have much info as always.
You can show earning for 1st Jan to 31st Dec though the salary was credited on 12th of Jan 2009.
You must also submit the last 12 months payslips and amount in bank statement and payslip must match.
You need to count the conversion rate of either 12th Jan 2009 or the bank statement.
You can get the conversion rate from OANDA site and British High commision count OANDA rate only.
Please let me know if i can be more helpful to you.
Regards,
Dev
Abhijeet said
Hi Dev,
I have worked in 2 countries in the last 1 year and have to provide the bank statements from 2 different bank accounts for the last 12 months.
I have received a salary from India & Singapore.
The details are as follows:
Jan-07 to 7-May-08 : India
8-May-08 to 31-Dec-08 : Singapore
Now my question is:
What is the exchange/conversion rate I should apply, for the salaries I received in X Country?
ie. should I use the 7-May-08 OANDA rate for the earnings in India; 31-Dec-08 OANDA rate for for the earning in singapore.
OR
Should I use the 31-Dec-08 OANDA rate for the entire earning for converting Indain rupee salary & singapore dollar.
OR
Can I use the conversion rate one day prior to application submittion date.
Thanks in advance….Wish u Happy new Year.
Nitin said
Hi Dev,
I have got my Tier 1 today exactly in 10 days…thanks for your blog….
cheers…nitin
Usman Shaikh said
Dear Dev,
I have submitted my Visa application under Tier 1 General Category on 13th Jan 2009.
I am having Bachelor Of Commerce Degree Certificate from “University of Mumbai” (passed out in 1997). I saw my qualification on the Self assessment tool. I had even applied for NARIC letter of comparability, but did not receive thisletter on my visa application date. Will this affect my application?
I checked with VFS , they told me your degree is in NARIC database.
Please advise.
Regards
Usman Shaikh
Don said
Hi Dev,
A couple of queries.
1.> In the Month of Oct i quit my previous company and joined another company, hence i received salary
from both the companies for the month of october.
Q: Do you think it is better to mention this in the covering letter or prepare a seperate letter for Previous
earnings..?
2.> Since i quit my previous company, i did not get the pay slip for the month of Oct, i only received the
Final settlement & tax computation, which has a mention of the salary as well as the other components like Leave enchasment, Medical claims, special allowance and stuff like that which is claimable. I received all this in the month of october which is a sizeable amount. Both these Documents are signed and attested.
Q: Can i show the entire amount which i received in my final settlement as a part of my previous earnings..?
3.> lastly, from the 12 months statement that i get from the bank do you think it is necessary to highlight
all the parts where the salary has been credited, if yes.. then the question remains the salary actualy credited is after the tax decutions hence it will not be the total amount. please suggest.
Cheers
Don
sdevang said
Hi,
Could you re-post your comment on http://sysdbaonline.com/?page_id=54.
I am in process of migration.Please do not mind it.
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi,
Could you re-post your comment on http://sysdbaonline.com/?page_id=54.
I am in process of migration.
Regards,
Dev
Aruya peter simon said
Please list the numbers of days of people who had appeal for tier1 rejection and when they got approval and numbers that where rejected just to be sure.
Aruya peter simon said
is there any different between administrative review and appeal when one tier1 application is rejected,how long does each takes
Abdul Shukur said
Hi Samuel David,
I applied for Tier 1 without hotel booking and i got the VISA.
Hotel booking is not at all a mandatory thing.
Cheers,
Abdul Shukur.
Abdul Shukur said
Dev,
I need your help for searching a job there.
Please guide me.
If you think this space is not relevant for this question, please reply me on abduls99@gmail.com
Regards,
Abdul Shukur
sdevang said
Hi Abdul,
Please post your all comments and queries to following address from now.
http://sysdbaonline.com/?page_id=54
Regards,
Dev
sdevang said
Hi Abdul ,
You will find my my new Page very helpful.
I am open for your comments.
http://sysdbaonline.com/?page_id=485
But please do not comment on this site.Comments on new page.
Regards,
Dev
Kitts said
Hi,
In my latest 3 months payslips (not in bank statements) the details of repayment of personal loan is reflecting.
Please let me know whether this will cause any issues in maintenance criteria?
(I took the loan from employer and the loan is required to repay in full when I leave the employment, however there is no indication of this matter in any of the document submitted.)
Regards,
Kitts
sdevang said
Hi Kitts,
Please put your comments on new page.
http://sysdbaonline.com/?page_id=54
Regards,
Dev
Ashokkumar said
Hi Dev,
I am going to apply for tier 1 visa in Chennai VFS centre next week…Please find below the list of documents and let me know if i miss anyting…
1.Age –> original passport – 20 pts
2. Qualification – BE ECE from SRM Engg COllege – Anna university – 2005 pass out – 30 pts
–> Listed in Database
–> Original Degree certificate
3. Earnings – Claim period from Jan 02 2008 to Jan 02 2009 – 35 pts
–> 12 Months bank statement from 02-Jan-2008 to 02-feb 2009
–> Payslips duly attested by employer with seal – Jan 2008 to Dec 2008
4. English Language Requirement – SRM Engineering College – Anna University – 2005 pass out – 10 Pts
–> Listed in Database
–> Certificate from Anna Unviersity stating my name, college and medium of graduation
–To WHOMSOEVER CONCERN from Anna University
MY DOUBT – Do I need to select SRM Engg college or Anna University in the database
5. Maintenance funds – 10 pts
–> 3 Months separate bank statement from 04-11-2008 to 03-02-2009
–> separate certificate from ICICI Bank stating my minimum balance from 01-11-2008 to 04-02-2009 is 3906GBP
Friends Please let me know if i miss anything in this documentation..
Also… 1. Do I need to write a separate cover letter for maintenance requirement
2. Do I need to put all the cover letter and documents in a single big cover and give it to the VFS center
3. What shuld i do for getting back the documents – Do i need to give a self addressed big cover along with the documents
Please reply with ur opinions..
Thanks in advance…..
kaustav said
Hi Dev,
I am applying for my Tier1 General in the middle of March. Just wanted to know if there is any backlog in case of Tier1 as it is comparable to H1B.Are there any set number of applications that they allow to be filed , also could you update me on the current status of HSW being approved.
Thanks
Samuel David said
Hai Dev,
In recent news it is stated that UK visa office is going to put more restrictions on Indian professionals, did you know what it is? whether will it effect current points based system.
I am waiting for your reply.
Thanks & Regards
Samuel.
Aruya Peter Simon said
I have been rejected the appeal my lawyer forwarded on the 20th of january 2009.I want to know if i can apply freshly without the lawyer assistance because i was rejected due to the previous earninig which was calculated to be 15,000 pounds per 12months.I want to include other companies i work and the salary i collected.My age still remain 31years by September 2009. BA in political Science,Please your advice is highly needed.