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πŸ•° UK visa decision times - how long?

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  We are writing to update on the processing times for UK visas. At the moment, all categories in all locations are taking longer than normal. A full story is here, the Home Office is prioritising Ukraine Visa Scheme: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/visa-decision-waiting-times     Applying outside the UK:  The timing for family visas was recently extended from 3 months to up to 6 months. Unfortunate news for spouses and families of UK citizens. In most countries, you can purchase a Keep My Passport service and travel during that time (but not to the UK).   For work, study and other non-family visas, the processing time remains up to 3 weeks officially. Although we now see applications taking longer.  Priority services: suspended in all locations. Only a limited Priority service remains for visitor visas.      Applying inside the UK:  Applications for Indefinite Leave to Remain (Settlement) are taking up to 6 months. Sometimes sooner but often close to that.  Other application

πŸ“ˆ Business plan for UK visas and funding from lenders

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For UK visas and also for other business needs, such as a bank loan. At 1st 4Immigration we have our own business plan service - for all businesses, whether you need it for a UK visa or for general business planning (including unrelated to visas). Start-ups and growing companies, trying to secure a loan from the bank or from investors.   How can we help? For UK visas: we are a one-stop shop, immigration lawyers and business plan writers under one roof! Advice + Endorsement + Business visa application.   For the funding from lenders (doesn't need to be focused on visa purpose): we help to put together a set of data, including a market research, a financial plan and forecast, and a marketing plan. We create made-to-order plans and adapt for a specific lender’s requirements.  Business plan for a fixed fee in 2 - 3 weeks!  We have successfully worked with businesses in IT and digital technology, engineering, manufacturing, food, health & beauty, nanotechnology, export/import. We h

πŸ‘¨‍πŸ’» Self-Study OISC LEVEL 1 Course - only £199 + VAT

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  Our Online OISC Level 1 course is a bestseller! We have been providing it for 10 years. The most updated version is available to buy, download and study in your own time. 1st 4Immigration Ltd has been accredited by the OISC since 2008. Our training is accredited by The CPD Standards Office.  The course is great for you if: - you are preparing to take a Level 1 OISC exam and become an immigration adviser. - you are a registered adviser or solicitor and wish to broaden your knowledge, such as to learn in detail about the post-Brexit Points-Based Immigration System or our second-to-none guidance on Financial Requirement £18,600 for Spouse/Partner visas. You will earn 16 CPD hours! - you work in HR or have a business and need to learn about sponsorship of foreign workers, employing students etc.  This is not the boring coverage of the Immigration Rules, we keep it as entertaining as possible!   Find more details and buy Online OISC Level 1 course here (£199+VAT). 1st 4Immigration  is one

πŸ‡«πŸ‡· French Schengen visa for summer travel - ACT NOW!

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  France is open! You can travel for any reason, including a holiday. We need to act very fast to secure your appointment now, to apply later and to travel in the next 6 months. As an accredited agency, we have slots (appointments) separate from the public system, we get them sooner but they are still limited, so ACT NOW! You can apply as early as 6 months before your planned travel date!   Please contact us now: - Phone: 0871 472 1468 - Email: info@multitravelvisas.co.uk - Website:  https://www.multitravelvisas.co.uk/contact-us    Multi Travel Visas   team

πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Spouse and Partner visas - 5 or 10-year route? The difference.

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  The difference between 5 and 10-year routes for spouses, partners and parents of British citizens.    5-year route is a standard one.  You can qualify for permanent residency after 5 years in the UK. The 1st visa is for 30 months (2.5 years) if you apply inside the UK, such as when switching from a Student, Graduate, Youth Mobility or a work visa. Or for 33 months (2.5 years + 3 months) if you apply outside the UK. Then extension for further 2.5 years, then settlement after 5 years.  10-year route is used when you have serious, exceptional circumstances  why you cannot meet the requirements of the standard route. For example, a serious illness or similar family circumstances are preventing you or your partner from meeting the Financial Requirement £18,600. Here the 1st visa is again for 30 months (2.5 years), but you need further 3 extensions until you can settle in the UK after 10 years. There may be better solutions, however, such as switching from the 10 to 5-year route or settlin

🌟 New Google Reviews for our Schengen visa services! 🌟

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Founded in 2000 by Natalia and Wayne,  Multi Travel Visas  has come a long way from its beginnings in Somerset. When Natalia and Wayne first started out, their own experiences with visas drove them to start their own business to help people through the painful process of applying for visas. Now we are one of the most highly regarded visa agency in the UK with a highly positive track records which is evident from our Google reviews. We hope you enjoy our service as much as we enjoy offering them to you. If you have any questions or comments, please don't hesitate to contact us: - Phone: 0871 472 1468 - Email:  info@multitravelvisas.co.uk - Website Feedback:  https://www.multitravelvisas.co.uk/contact-us Comm 

We are NOT increasing prices❗️

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  Dear customers of 1st 4Immigration and Multi Travel Visas,     It feels like everything is getting more expensive at the moment. Yet we have good news for a change - we are NOT increasing our professional fees. They remain the same for the foreseeable future - and always competitive!   If you are looking to apply for a U.K. visa or Citizenship - we are here to help.     1st 4Immigration team   OISC ref F200800152 Tower 42, 25 Old Broad Street, London, EC2N 1HN Website:  1st4immigration.com