Questions tagged [application-status]
The status of a visa application that has been submitted, but not yet returned to the applicant. Questions about application processing time, questions about how to determine the status of a given application, and questions about cancelling an application should use this tag. Include applicant's nationality, type of visa applied for, and submission date/location to help expedite an answer. Also for questions about post-submission anxiety.
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UK visa application status Email Conversation [duplicate]
I am a SWV applicant from Bangladesh. I successfully enrolled my bio-metrics on 21st Aug, 2025. It was for E-Visa application (standard). they returned my passport there within.
After the biometrics, ...
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"Returned" Chinese Visa Application. Which Option to Do?
Applied via VFS Dubai – Visa Returned Despite VIP & Express Service – Confused About Reapplying Process (Need Advice)
I recently applied for a Chinese visa through VFS in Dubai. I opted for the ...
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How long does UK visa approval take?
As the consequence of the previous question, I applied for a new UK visa 2 weeks ago. I still haven't received any email about that. My previous visa was approved much quicker. The GWF track shows ...
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Australia ETA subclass 601 and 600
I registered through the Australian ETA apication subclass 601. I paid AUD 20. Then I could not access the link given. I accidentally created my immigration account on the Australian home affairs ...
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Is it possible to extend Booking.com Free Cancellation timeline to buy time for visa decision?
I'm a first-time traveler to the Schengen area. I did a lot of research when putting my documents together and I used a Booking.com (Free Cancellation) booking to support my visa (short-stay) ...
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What happens if you move abroad during a visa application?
The Canadian government publishes estimated processing times for applications for visas and other immigration documents. These estimates vary wildly according to the type of application and where it ...
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TLScontact notified me that a final decision has been made on my visa application. Does it mean it was approved?
I received an email from TLS contact requesting that I resubmit my passport, saying that the final decision has been made. I applied for a UK visa and chose the option to keep my passport. I wanted to ...
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Is it easier to get Schengen visa (Germany) if i had been issued in the past?
I was approved Schengen thru German embassy and travelled to Germany and other EU countries in 2018. Is there a greater chance that I will be approved again for the second time? I'm holding a PH ...
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I received an email from UKVI saying my application is not straightforward [closed]
I received an email from UK Visas & Immigration regarding my application. I applied at VFS on 14th June and still have not received any update or passport collection email. It’s been 42 days. Do I ...
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Australian visa application stuck for 2 months
My son and wife applied for visitor visas to Australia in June, but while she got hers in two days, he is still waiting eight weeks later. They had to cancel their trip and they lost the money they ...
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Schengen visa through VFS in India: No update for 20 days
I applied for a Student short-stay visa (France) through VFS in Delhi, India on 5 April 2022. I received an update on 6 April, saying, "Your Visa application Ref no. [redacted] has been Forwarded ...
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ESTA application changed status from authorized to pending
My ESTA application got approved 30 minutes after submitting, and I have printed out the "Authorization Approved" document with all the details. Now, almost 48 hours later, I have received ...
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I applied for passport 8 months ago and still no passport, anyone have any idea what I can do to get my passport quicker?
I applied for a passport back on 04/06/21, was given an Application Locator Number, and status at one point said they received my application on 04/20/21,and it is now 12/27/21, and still no passport ...
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Can apply again after UK visa refusal?
I have a student visa in the UK and wish to apply for a dependent visa for my husband.
He has got a prior refusal under 320(7a) in 2012 for visitor visa. The refusal stated that they weren't satisfied ...
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Does an Algerian on pre-settled status in the UK need a visa to travel to France?
My Algerian husband just got his pre-settled status in the UK for 5 years. I am from France and would love to visit my family with him for Christmas.
Does he need to apply for a visa as the UK is not ...
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UK visa application processed: no visa, no refusal letter
I just got back my passport. When I opened the package, it contained only my passport with absolutely nothing else in it, and not even a refusal letter was sent to my email (I checked my spam, main ...
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Have you previously applied to enter or remain in canada? What should I put? [duplicate]
I was applied for a permanent residence visa for canada, they declined on 2005. In 2012 I entered in canada with swazi passport (while allow port entry). Now I am applying for a visit visa with swazi ...
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Romania visa application status- Sent for validation even after 27 days
I applied for a Romania business visa on 20th September 2019. and today is 16th October. Still I have not received an appointment to submit my documents to the embassy. I called embassy lots of times, ...
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Can I check online if the UK Visa is approved?
I just got an Email yesterday advising that the decision has been made and I should wait since I have to collect it from the UK application centre. Is it possible to just check online about the ...
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My fast track U.K. student visa is late without any letter of explanation? [closed]
I paid for the fast track 5 day service. My case was a bit complicated due to previous immigration history I’m from a low risk country and did not need any interview or much evidence for my files.
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I received a non straightforward email regarding my UK Visa application
Last year I applied for a PLAB 1 visa and got a refusal, this time I improved all my circumstances in regards to Reasons For Refusal mentioned in the refusal letter of last year and about 6 days ago I ...
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UK Student Visa Delay [closed]
I applied for new student visa on 15th of July and today, I haven't got any update. I called the UKVI this morning and the lady said nothing is showing on her system about my application. I emailed my ...
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Romanian visa processing time for short stay visa
I've applied for a Romanian business visa on August 15 through the online website. However, it is still says:
Request - Short stay visa
Status of your visa application - Sent for validation
As ...
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Tracking a UK visa application
How can I get the contact of UK visa center with the address:
VFS services USA,
UKVI scanning hub
80 broad street floor
6 new York 10004
to ask for information about my visa application?
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UK visiting visa for a 3 year old child
I applied for a UK visit visa for my self and 3 children. 2 of my children have travelled with me to the uk previously. My youngest has not. We did our biometrics on the 20th June 2019. On the 10th ...
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Appointment issues for Schengen visa in the New York Center (VFS office)
I'm planning to travel to France on Aug 16 for tourism (Short Stay).
The Schengen visa appointment is booked completely in the New York VFS office and the latest date I see when the appointment is ...
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UK Visa Application for Afghan Family holding Green Card
I have completed the UK visit Visa application for my self, wife and 3 children (6, years, 3 years and 2 years). I also paid the application fee and booked the appointment for Biometric at Spokane, ...
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Belgian Visa Follow up
I have filed a visa application for Belgium 9 Months ago. Despite this prolonged time, my application's answer is still pending. I even filed a complaint with SPF Interiour against Immigration Office, ...
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They did not contact my sponsor?
I got an email from from the UK embassy in Abu Dhabi, saying your visa application has been concluded.
But they did not contact my sponsor. Does this mean they did not grant my visa but refused it?
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How can I check the status of an Australian visa application?
How do I find out the status of my australia visa application? I applied at the same time as my wife. She recieved hers within 24 hours. It was done on 5/27/19 and I have not received a response.
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More than two weeks and no sign of processed application? [closed]
I applied in London at VFS for a Schengen visa. It's been just over two weeks and there's no sign of the application.
It's processed not in London but at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in ...
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US visa is under administrative processing, I need the passport back ASAP
I have applied for non-immigrant US visa in a foreign country, but my visa processing is delayed and its under "administrative processing". I have my flight back to my home country and I cannot leave ...
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Your visa application has been concluded - what does this mean? [closed]
I got two mails from the UK embassy in Abu, saying your visa application has been concluded. I'm really confused, did I get the visa or not? What could the possible results be?
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Applied for a UK visa as a family, but received status on only one applicant. Is this common? [closed]
We applied for a standard visitor visa for the UK as a family of 4. Today I got back my passport with the Visa approved - I am the primary applicant. But we didn't get the other 3 passports. For mine ...
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Are there any RED flags raised when we call UK Home Office for settlement visa status update? [closed]
I have applied for my UK UKV1 settlement priority visa 4 weeks ago, I need to know should i call or email them to check status of Visa or not.
I have paid for priority service and its 4th week with ...
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How do I update my family application for a B1/B2?
How can I update the application id for my family? I used an unsubmitted application id to schedule an interview for a B1/B2 visa. Now i am unable to retrieve the ones used to schedule the interview. ...
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Tracking UK visitor's visa application
How should I track my UK Visitor's visa application status from Karachi, Pakistan? It has been 8 working days already and I have not received any notification as yet.
Should I call Gerry's and find ...
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Canadian Tourist Visa - What's happening with my application?
I am an international student in the US and had applied for a Canadian Tourist visa. I got a confirmation letter with an IRCC code and the letter instructed me to go to any ASC or VAC to give my ...
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Has my Schengen visa been approved or rejected? [closed]
I applied for a Schengen visa via VFS Global.
The application status on the Embassy's portal is showing as "Finished" and my passport is back at the VFS office.
Unfortunately, I won't be able to ...
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What should I do if it's been 2 weeks and my Schengen visa has not been approved
I applied for a Netherlands visa at the VFS center in San Francisco and the status says it was forwarded to the Netherlands Embassy for further processing 15 days ago. I am worried whether VFS has ...
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Group application submission status in Australia
My agent has submitted a group application for a tourist visa subclass 600 for Australia. How can I check online to see if the submission was successful using my passport details?
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Belgian Visa on hold. What does this mean? [duplicate]
I submitted my visa application on 13th November and my visa status is "on hold" it has been one month and two weeks!!! No one is telling me anything. What should i do?
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Changing employers during the application [closed]
I have a question regarding the past employer section and would really thankful if anyone could provide me with an answer.
Currently I am employed at a company A but I am starting a new job on the ...
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decision making process [duplicate]
I have applied in Munich, Germany to have a tourist visa to visit UK.
Usually, from experience, how long does it take to have the decision made?
I have tracked my visa through TLS.
Thanks in advance!
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How long does it take to get a passport returned during re-evaluation of UK application?
I know the timing of return of a passport is about 20 working days for a standard visitor visa application. I am unable to see on any forum an example of the timing of return of passport after a ...
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Was my UK visit visa refused?
I am Ghanaian I applied for a UK visitor visa and, today, I received my passport without a UK visa in it. No letter was attached to the passport, either. What should I do?
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Does a quick decision mean refusal? [closed]
I've submitted my application on Tuesday, yesterday it was received by the UKVI and today it says that a Decision was made. Is that too fast? does this necessarily imply refusal? It is worth ...
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Processing of visa from Govt website vs VFS Global
I am willing to travel to Canada on 11 November 2018. I submitted the application through the Government of Canada website (https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/...
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If an embassy takes the passport, can they still reject the visa?
I had my visa interview at New York consulate for a long term Italian visa a few days ago and I was wondering if the visa is rejected they would give the passport back immediately or would they ...
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Should I update or get a new ESTA? [duplicate]
I have a specific question about ESTA.
In April of 2017, I traveled from Argentina to Japan, but I made a stopover in Atlanta. So I had to get the ESTA. The thing is that at the time in the travel ...