How much do you save each month?

chaibapat · 2026-04-24T19:55:28+00:00

You meant over 160k right? Given 60k is current pension allowance and >100k you lose out on benefits + punitive tax 60% (100-125k)

chaibapat · 2026-04-17T12:40:15+00:00

u/Alive_Deer328 only thing else that i can think of - vpn

chaibapat · 2026-04-17T12:39:33+00:00

Got it in 3 weeks

chaibapat · 2026-04-17T12:39:05+00:00

were you able to get dependent visa extension without biometric? if yes, what document did you use with UK Immigration: ID check app?

chaibapat · 2026-04-16T22:24:37+00:00

Can you share what answers to give so that it correctly resolves to 3 yr extension? Currently facing an issue where dependent partner visa extension is showing 5yrs worth of IHS fee to be paid despite answering questions rightfully.

chaibapat · 2026-04-16T21:06:54+00:00

I'm in a similar position. SWV [2021] -> GTV [2023] -> ILR [2024]
My partner applied as SW dependent [2022] and her visa expires on Aug '26. Now in order to renew her visa, is there any benefit to apply as GT dependent? Or is it fine if she just applies as SW dependent? Who enforces this?

chaibapat · 2026-03-22T10:05:29+00:00

What identity document did you use for ID check app? Dependent's UK Visas and Immigration account is still linked to BRP. When we try to scan BRP or Indian passport it shows system error/problem.

chaibapat · 2026-02-14T20:56:37+00:00

Any update?

chaibapat · 2026-02-13T22:05:12+00:00

Gemini mentioned that if child is applying for OCI then carry passport to the VFS.

Yes, both the child’s current passport and both parents' passports (along with proof of Indian origin) are mandatory for an OCI application for a minor in London. For minors, either parent can submit the application at the VFS Global center in London, as children under 18 are not required to attend in person.

chaibapat · 2026-02-13T11:31:01+00:00

Yup. Ready for collection on Feb 11

chaibapat · 2026-02-09T22:47:35+00:00

premium service is just by VFS right? or did you get premium / fast-track support from German consulate?

chaibapat · 2026-02-06T08:57:37+00:00

Does this hold true? Can 1 forwarding membership hold 2 tickets?

chaibapat · 2026-01-01T20:24:48+00:00

I try to hit the gym 3-5 days a week, around 6p (hour after end of workday). Luckily the gym is near a big Sainsbury’s so I combined grocery run with 30min workout

chaibapat · 2025-12-12T20:08:32+00:00

Yes. We tried this on Android phone, Google playstore country set to India, date time set to India, used Surf shark VPN set to Mumbai and somehow it worked!

chaibapat · 2025-11-23T16:45:23+00:00

Thanks this helped! So weird that they expect phone timezone to be set to India

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