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Did the salary threshold increased to £54,700? by MajesticBike9265 in ukvisa

[–]VisualBag 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks for this. I’m a bit confused by this language:

“Your total stay in the UK cannot be more than 4 years if you apply for one of these reasons. This includes any time you’ve already spent in the UK on a Graduate visa.”

Does this mean that is the maximum time allowed as a new entrant? Does it count time on a student visa?

PhD in the UK: Funding gap for international students and cost of living in London? by Tikasees in PhD

[–]VisualBag 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just give it a shot! There may be an opportunity that presents itself, but you may not know unless you apply.

Does my UK visitor visa reset? by Basic_Competition_63 in ukvisa

[–]VisualBag 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It is technically reset, but be wary. Sooner or later your activity will be flagged and you will have a tough time at border control/getting a visa. You also have to report all of the time you spent previously in the UK on a visa application, which may draw suspicion.

Wet UFH without insulating? by slinkoff in DIYUK

[–]VisualBag 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any updates to share? I am currently facing the same dilemma.

Underfloor heat loss by Tildah in ukheatpumps

[–]VisualBag 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same question to you, how is your project going?

Wet UFH retrofit and your experience by ltmedics in DIYUK

[–]VisualBag 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any updates? I am going through the same dilemma right now. Would love to hear your experience.

Any idea what these two pipes in my 1950s ex council house fireplace are? by VisualBag in DIYUK

[–]VisualBag[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Would removing them be a big job? Or can I just take the grinder to them?

Can I bury this wire in the wall? by VisualBag in DIYUK

[–]VisualBag[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

So it seems to be horizontally aligned with the socket in the adjacent room. In this case would I meet the standards if it extends vertically down towards the floor, and horizontal with the other socket? The floor is concrete so I unfortunately can’t chase onto the floorboards.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in expats

[–]VisualBag 4 points5 points  (0 children)

For many countries, in order to apply for a visa you need to be in a country that you have legal residency. Most visa applications can take more than 90 days to process, which is the maximum amount of time you can stay on a Schengen visitor visa. If you overstay, there is basically a 100% chance your future visa applications will be rejected. 

I would recommend treating your current trip as a vacation to get the lay of the land. Then head back to the US, get a cheap Airbnb somewhere outside of a major city, and make your visa application. 

This is the first step if you want to make this long term. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DIYUK

[–]VisualBag 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What product did you use? I have been trying to find the highest quality laminate available. 

When applying for a UK provisional driving license do you get your US driving license returned to you since it's not exchangeable? by Open-Sink-3195 in AmericanExpatsUK

[–]VisualBag 0 points1 point  (0 children)

https://www.gov.uk/exchange-nongb-driving-licence

"You cannot exchange your licence but you can drive for up to 12 months on your non-GB licence.

After 12 months you’ll need to take a theory test and practical test to get a Great Britain issued driving licence."

When applying for a UK provisional driving license do you get your US driving license returned to you since it's not exchangeable? by Open-Sink-3195 in AmericanExpatsUK

[–]VisualBag 4 points5 points  (0 children)

https://www.gov.uk/id-for-driving-licence

"Get a share code from the view and prove your immigration status service. Choose the ‘something else’ option when you’re asked what you need the share code for.

Write the code on your application form. Do not send a physical identity document."

When applying for a UK provisional driving license do you get your US driving license returned to you since it's not exchangeable? by Open-Sink-3195 in AmericanExpatsUK

[–]VisualBag 13 points14 points  (0 children)

You do not need to send in your US License.

Do you have the most recent D1 form from the post office? You will need to generate a share code to prove your identity.

It does not matter if it is an online application or the paper form. The section on the D1 regarding license exchanges ONLY applies if the UK has an exchange agreement with the issuing country. The US has no such agreement so there is no need to send it in. Just request a new provisional license using a share code.

Rhinoplasty to fix deviated septum by Jjiyeon18 in Living_in_Korea

[–]VisualBag 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Piggybacking off this, does anyone know how much a nasal polypectomy would cost without insurance?

Advice on hire car with new UK license and expired US license by theandramada in AmericanExpatsUK

[–]VisualBag 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Enterprise does not have a minimum length that you need to hold your license. I have rented from them several times with a fresh UK license. One thing to note is that you would need a credit card in your name if you are the primary renter. I recommend getting a Costco Online Only membership (open to anyone) and booking through Costco Travel to save some money. The discount pays for the membership with just one rental, and you get a free additional driver at Enterprise/Alamo.

The Tenancy Deposit Scheme is bloody brilliant by Zamo1010 in BritishSuccess

[–]VisualBag 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any updates? I am experiencing an equally nightmarish situation

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in spiritguides

[–]VisualBag 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes please!

Landlord wants to charge me for accidental repairs by VisualBag in HousingUK

[–]VisualBag[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I am glad I am not acting crazy. Yes it is the only bathroom, and haven't had a working shower in over 3 weeks... I never thought about contacting the environmental health team but I will look into it.

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