Scanning Questions

Hi Guys,

So I submitted my application last week and my biometric appointment is on the 9th of June.

I am now in the process of scanning my documents and uploading it to the UK Visa website.  It’s proven to be so tedious especially as I have a very basic scanner. 

For the documents that I have multiple pages, I am using cam scanner on my phone.  It seems to be ok, and I am compressing the files so it’s less than 6MB per file.  Would this be ok to use ?   

Also, as I have so many documents, including bank statements and cohabitation letters I’ve uploaded so many files.  I did put a description on all of them. 

Is correct that I should upload most of my proof documents on the ‘OTHER’ section ( I.e. payslips, marriage certificate, tenancy agreement, bank statements )   I just don’t want to make any mistakes.  Will this be also the place I will upload my cover letter ?

Now I wish I had paid for the scanning service. 

Lastly, is it worth it to pay for the document checking service ?  To make sure I uploaded the documents correctly ?  I mean I am not a ding bat, but these things makes me nervous. 

Just bumping up to get an answer please

For the documents that I have multiple pages, I am using cam scanner on my phone.  It seems to be ok, and I am compressing the files so it’s less than 6MB per file.  Would this be ok to use ? 

Yes, that’s fine.

The files just need to meet the requirements listed in the FAQ:
https://www.ukvcas.co.uk/faq

Also, as I have so many documents, including bank statements and cohabitation letters I’ve uploaded so many files.  I did put a description on all of them. 

The filenames should be written as laid out in the FAQ:

https://www.ukvcas.co.uk/faq

Is correct that I should upload most of my proof documents on the ‘OTHER’ section ( I.e. payslips, marriage certificate, tenancy agreement, bank statements )   I just don’t want to make any mistakes.  Will this be also the place I will upload my cover letter ?

No, your documents go in the following sections:

Application Documents:
- your passport
- consent to checks forms
- sponsor’s declaration

Proof of Identity/Travel History:
- husband’s passport
- your BRP

Finances:
- all your financial documents

Residence in the U.K.
- accommodation documents
- cohabitation documents

Other:
- marriage certificate
- any divorce decrees
- childrens’ documents (birth certificates, passports, letter(s) confirming address)

Lastly, is it worth it to pay for the document checking service ?  To make sure I uploaded the documents correctly ?  I mean I am not a ding bat, but these things makes me nervous.

Personally, I don’t think it’s worth it, but it’s up to you. If you pay for it you must make sure you upload and submit everything at least 2 working days before your appointment.


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Thank you!

I would have to re upload the items on the right category. 

I just realized I was missing a page in one of my April 2021 bank statements, so I had to print them and got the bank to certify them yesterday.  I know that everything needed to be stamped before the online submission, but I’ve got no choice.  So I just indicated that in my letter.  I hope it’s ok. 

Thank you!

I would have to re upload the items on the right category. 

I just realized I was missing a page in one of my April 2021 bank statements, so I had to print them and got the bank to certify them yesterday.  I know that everything needed to be stamped before the online submission, but I’ve got no choice.  So I just indicated that in my letter.  I hope it’s ok.

As long as the bank statement period you are relying on to meet the financial requirement ends before your online application date, it should be fine.


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Thank you Ksand! 

I’ve been working on scanning these documents in the last few days.  I am hoping I’ve double check everything and it all goes ok.

Thanks again everyone for all your support and guidance x

Submitted all my scanned documents tonight.  I am keeping my fingers crossed I did it all correct as I triple checked everything.  Now on to the biometric appointment on Wednesday! 

Thank you again everyone for all your help!  And Best of luck to all of us who are applying!

Good luck!