The postman just delivered the post.
I have heard from the government regarding my HSMP visa application to stay in the UK.
I failed.
Apparently I did not sufficiently prove that I can speak English.
So I'll call the Immigration Office on Monday and discuss. Luckily, I did finally get a letter from UTA confirming my classes were taught in English. I also apparently need to supply a letter from my work confirming my salary, as the salary info I sent over wasn't enough.
I have 28 days to sort all of this out, at which point I get a big "reject" letter from the government and am well and truly screwed. I have or can get all of the information now that they're asking for, but it's a real fucking kick in the teeth, man.
Just what I need. Immigration issues. Perfect.
-H.
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Holy crap, its not raining, its pouring right now for you. I know its absolutely useless assvice, but with the visa, you are in the right, its not like you are trying to buck the system. We had so many problems trying to get my aussie husbands visa sorted through me etc and in the end, although it did take longer than the allocated time, it did work out. Its just an extra headache you don't need right now. Holding thumbs for you. (thats the south african equivilent of "fingers crossed"!!)
Posted by: Super Sarah at September 01, 2007 09:46 AM (WCDGg)
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Hey, at least they respond quickly. 3 months is the standard time for the Dutch people - then they sometimes want you to respond within 7 days.
So in perspective, it ain't all that bad...
Good luck with everything... maybe you're just getting it all at once, so it can't be that bad later?
Posted by: Hannah at September 01, 2007 09:47 AM (lUH62)
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Apparently I did not sufficiently prove that I can speak English.
The irony of one of my favorite writers on these here internets getting THAT as a reason for rejection is absolutely killing me.
Oh, government! Where'd we all be without you.
Posted by: ilyka at September 01, 2007 10:14 AM (UztB4)
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Well fuck. It will sort out but you are right, you don't need this right now.
Posted by: donna at September 01, 2007 01:53 PM (Kco5r)
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Good grief. Just what you didn't need. I suppose we should be thankful they sent you the letter *before* the 28 day deadline had already passed...? Government efficiency at its best. Sorry you have another hassle on your plate now. The mail should only bring *good* things now. Fun stuff. Presents.
Posted by: Lisa at September 01, 2007 03:00 PM (e8V7B)
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Just fucking great. I heard rumors that UK bureaucrats were the worst sufferers of cranial rectosis (aka head up ass) but this is outrageous. Maybe you should troop down to their local office and unleash upon them the full unbridled fury of a sick, pregnant woman. Better yet, go barefoot.
Maybe your workplace could vouch for you and lobby for your immigration status. Or you and Angus could have a quick marriage (I know, that may not do any good and just make things worse on the home front). That, or let's all start an international incident (I'll tell DirectTV that they can fucking take back the BBC America channel). Assholes.
Sorry to hear you're not feeling well, I wouldn't wish the negative aspects of pregnancy on anyone. Makes me grateful that I'm male. Hopefully the immigration matters will get straightened out soon, and so will your health.
Posted by: diamond dave at September 01, 2007 03:43 PM (jyCid)
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This is the most ridiculous thing I've ever heard! You are American and went all the way through college in the U.S., so you obviously speak English! Oy.
Posted by: Dotty at September 01, 2007 04:42 PM (KJE2B)
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Holy effing sh*t. Un be liev able!!! I have faith it will all sort itself out. Fingers crossed.
Posted by: kat at September 02, 2007 12:37 AM (LpVNp)
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visualize: you are floating on top of a gently bobbing vessel... soooo comfortable. lovely pillows, a bit of an awning. the sun is nice, a few clouds to break it up and relieve you of the sunscreen guilt... the lovely (non pregnant beverage of choice) is bobbing in the ice bucket beside you. you listen to the waves, you feel the sun, you smile...
Posted by: suze at September 02, 2007 01:33 AM (grQfl)
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Well, at least they acknowledge that you are still among the living....
This is an easy fix, at least on your end. You send in the UTA letter, and a letter from your HR people confirming your salary and then it's up to them. Annoying, but at least it's a bit of a distraction...
Posted by: caltechgirl at September 02, 2007 01:51 AM (IfXtw)
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Drama. Does it ever end?
You deserve a break...at some point, something's GOT to give.
Your'e in my thoughts, love.
Posted by: Mia at September 02, 2007 04:59 AM (VQeEi)
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I am SO sorry.
{{{{{hugs}}}}}
Posted by: The other Amber at September 02, 2007 03:49 PM (zQE5D)
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As I always say....when I meet Murphy, I have a size 8.5 to place firmly up his ass!
Hugs Helen, we are all sending good vibes your way!
Posted by: Heidi at September 02, 2007 04:44 PM (me3+1)
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... you know, I had a similar problem back in 1995.... and truthfully?.... get all your paperwork together and go on vacation to the USA and hit the local British consolate... you'll get a temporary residency visa easy-peasy.... and once you have that, you are good to go....
... but applying for a permanent vis while inside the UK?... best of luck to you, Helen..... when I applied that way, they said "it'll take a year and you can't leave the UK while the Home Office has your paperwork.." ....
.... I said, "screw it"... and went to Tennessee... a twenty minute visit to the peeps at the Atlanta Consulate had me sorted out... AND I had already been married to a British Citizen for a year or so.....
... just my two cents worth.... I hope that it helps...
Posted by: Eric at September 02, 2007 10:24 PM (XKa04)
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I cry foul. You so do not need this. I hope it gets sorted out very soon.
Posted by: sophie at September 03, 2007 06:25 PM (AY+fk)
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Long time lurker here. I don't know anything about immigration issues, but I read your last post and wanted to tell you (yeah, I know, you closed comments) the last weeks are really hard. Everything you are feeling, real, and hugely intense because of the hormones. Your post brought back a flood of memories and I only carried one.
You're almost there, Helen. Those babies are lucky to have you and Angus.
Tracey
Posted by: tracey at September 03, 2007 06:31 PM (26VUD)
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You appear to speak English very well... criminy. You didn't need this!
Posted by: sue at September 04, 2007 03:41 PM (WbfZD)
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