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Are FLR(M) being delayed do anyone know?
« on: March 24, 2020, 09:32:11 PM »
Hi all, we applied for my wife first FLR(M) back 6th February and done the biometrics. Heard from them about 4 weeks later as didn't include the PT 2 of the permission form.

Sent it  back within 20 mins of the email and have heard nothing yet. It is 7 weeks Thursday and was wondering if there is s delay at the moment as thought we would have heard before the covid-19 hit.

Thanks in advance
Fiance Visa Online Application: 14th August 19
Type: Priority
Bio-metric Appointment: 21 August 19
Documents Received in NY: 23 August 19
Confirmation From Sheffield: 10 September
Decision Made Email: 22 October
Visa in Hand and Approved: 23 October


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Re: Are FLR(M) being delayed do anyone know?
« Reply #1 on: March 24, 2020, 10:23:17 PM »
Following. We're in the same boat, around the same time frames. No idea if those offices are considered essential or not!
Documents sent May 22, 2017
Received: May 25, 2017
Decision email: August 9, 2017
Status: APPROVED! Documents received August 21, 2017
Applied for FLR-M: February 4th, 2020
FLR-M Approved: March 20th, 2020
Applied for ILR Super priority: August 6, 2022
ILR biometrics: August 18, 2022
ILR approved: August 18, 2022 (3.5 hour turn around)


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Re: Are FLR(M) being delayed do anyone know?
« Reply #2 on: March 25, 2020, 10:33:28 AM »
I don't post here really at all, (just occasionally browse around visa time!) as nothing more helpful to add than the great advice already posted by other users. But Hopefully this will put your mind at ease. We applied for 2nd flr(m) on 2nd Feb, biometrics on 22nd Feb and just received the BRP this morning. Looks like it was granted on the 19th march. Was worried that there would be a delay but seems like it was submitted in time and wasn't affected. Hopefully you hear back in the next few days if you're a few days behind us. Keep well.


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Re: Are FLR(M) being delayed do anyone know?
« Reply #3 on: March 25, 2020, 10:37:53 AM »
I don't post here really at all, (just occasionally browse around visa time!) as nothing more helpful to add than the great advice already posted by other users. But Hopefully this will put your mind at ease. We applied for 2nd flr(m) on 2nd Feb, biometrics on 22nd Feb and just received the BRP this morning. Looks like it was granted on the 19th march. Was worried that there would be a delay but seems like it was submitted in time and wasn't affected. Hopefully you hear back in the next few days if you're a few days behind us. Keep well.

Congratulations.  :)


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Re: Are FLR(M) being delayed do anyone know?
« Reply #4 on: March 25, 2020, 10:51:16 AM »
I'm on a similar timescale to @kld17. I attended biometrics on 28 February 2020 and received a letter granting my non-priority FLR(M) dated 12 March 2020 (received 16 March 2020). Been watching the post like a hawk, but still no BRP yet. Tomorrow will be 10 working days since my decision letter and the earliest I can report an "un-received" BRP. I'll update when I can.

My heart really goes out to everyone whose applications have been impacted by the COVID-19 emergency. I know I've been incredibly lucky to get a decision. Hang in there!
Married in NY: 18 April 2017
Spouse Visa received: 29 June 2017 (27 business days, Priority)
Relocated to UK: 16 July 2017
FLR(M) biometrics: 28 February 2020 (online app 17 January 2020)
FLR(M) granted: 12 March 2020 (10 business days, Standard) *BRP received 2 April 2020
ILR forecast: 17 July 2022 - 10 October 2022


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Re: Are FLR(M) being delayed do anyone know?
« Reply #5 on: March 25, 2020, 10:57:24 AM »
Congratulations to you also. The BRP arrived at the same time as the letter this morning. I recall the last one the BRP came first. I guess it just depends on the post. At least you know the visa is approved.
For sure feeling super lucky right now. I really empathize with anyone who has to wait longer in these times. Thankfully we are able to work from home for the time being and stay inside. Stay well everyone!


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Re: Are FLR(M) being delayed do anyone know?
« Reply #6 on: March 26, 2020, 09:35:39 AM »
Thanks for sharing your experiences guys. They must have been getting through the February ones because I just recieved my grant of leave to remain! One less thing to worry about in this stressful time.

I hope everyone is staying healthy, and as always, very greatful for this wonderful, supportive community :)
Documents sent May 22, 2017
Received: May 25, 2017
Decision email: August 9, 2017
Status: APPROVED! Documents received August 21, 2017
Applied for FLR-M: February 4th, 2020
FLR-M Approved: March 20th, 2020
Applied for ILR Super priority: August 6, 2022
ILR biometrics: August 18, 2022
ILR approved: August 18, 2022 (3.5 hour turn around)


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Re: Are FLR(M) being delayed do anyone know?
« Reply #7 on: March 26, 2020, 09:42:57 AM »
Thanks for sharing your experiences guys. They must have been getting through the February ones because I just recieved my grant of leave to remain! One less thing to worry about in this stressful time.

I hope everyone is staying healthy, and as always, very greatful for this wonderful, supportive community :)

Congratulations.  :)


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Re: Are FLR(M) being delayed do anyone know?
« Reply #8 on: March 26, 2020, 11:13:41 AM »
Thanks for sharing your experiences guys. They must have been getting through the February ones because I just recieved my grant of leave to remain! One less thing to worry about in this stressful time.

I hope everyone is staying healthy, and as always, very greatful for this wonderful, supportive community :)

Congratulations!  It's nice to hear good news.


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