Visa Refusals

Refusals frequently occur when applicants have not had professional help with their application. There are usually two main reasons for refusals of visas

An application will have been lodged and found to be none compliant with the requirements. Or
The documentary evidence may not be enough or convincing to the authorities.

Most refusals can be appealed. What most people do not know is that they can appeal against their refusal. But the appeal must be submitted within the strict time limit, as is required in accordance with the legal requirements. This is usually within 28 days of the date of refusal. Lodging an appeal is NOT a formality and those intending to lodge an appeal should be aware that appeals are progressed in the UK. It is important a UK representative is appointed who can lodge the appeal with the Embassy, High Commission, or appellate authority within the time frame and progress the case through the immigration appeal court in the UK. Lodging an appeal correctly may avert lengthy delays. All appeals take place in the UK and take on average 9 months to a year to complete. It is not just a simple matter of filling out a form. The correct legal terminology should be used, as the correct Grounds of Appeal will permit the appeal to progress efficiently and with some meaning to the authorities dealing with it!