Visa Refusals or Delays

Most common reasons why processing is delayed or application is refused by the UK Border Agency:

There are many reasons why applications are delayed or refused but here are a few of the common reasons.

Ensure you check and double check your application form and supporting documents very carefully before submitting.

• Every piece of evidance MUST be original - do not send copies of anything!
• Applicant forgets to submit an original, valid passport with a page free for their visa to go in
• Applicant forgets to submit a passport photograph
• Application form not properly completed or incomplete contact details
• Applicant unwilling or fails to submit specified financial documents
• Financial documents do not contain the required specified information as per the guidance notes
• Applicant does not submit the education documents lised on the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)
• Applicant applies too late, especially in the busy summer months
• Biometrics do not record properly
• The CAS number is not included with the application form.