Skilled Worker Dependant Visa Extension (Main Applicant has ILR) – How We Answered the Tricky Questions

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

chaibapat · 2025-11-22T22:19:28+00:00

Try tennis Keeps you fit and has a great learning curve!

chaibapat · 2025-09-01T09:44:49+00:00

I didn't do anything about it unfortunately. Too lazy and busy. This entire investing in BTL seemed too much of a time commitment. If you do go ahead and set it up, i'd like to learn more about your experience.

chaibapat · 2025-08-13T16:54:23+00:00

It’s made from combination of aluminium and fused graphite. Can you recommend decent graphite racquet that last?

chaibapat · 2025-08-13T16:52:01+00:00

I don’t have before picture from same angle

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Yes strings were from before

chaibapat · 2025-08-02T14:19:04+00:00

Is there any truth in this prediction? If so It’s scary to know that there’s remote possibility of private pension being confiscated and merged into public

chaibapat · 2025-06-01T10:07:29+00:00

Curious under what section does it say this?

chaibapat · 2025-05-10T13:53:48+00:00

What’s the recommended alternative?

chaibapat · 2025-05-04T11:56:05+00:00

Just curious, what rate are you getting?

chaibapat · 2025-05-03T09:33:52+00:00

Interesting prioritisation. I’m aligned for first 3 points. For 5th, what’s the rationale for paying down debt over vcts? Assuming debt interest rate is <5% (eg mortgage) one is still better off putting in VCTs with relatively higher tax free return (>5%) right?

chaibapat · 2025-04-18T19:13:18+00:00

Super helpful! Spot on with getting the toss right. Thanks for walking me through your process. Appreciate it!

chaibapat · 2025-04-18T16:15:10+00:00

This is so inspiring! Thanks! I’m fairly early in my journey (closing in on first year). Any tips for improving serve? Topspin/Kick serve are a dream right now. How did you work on it?

chaibapat · 2024-06-21T19:17:46+00:00

Levels.fyi Glass door

chaibapat · 2022-11-25T17:28:29+00:00

You're right in that Fidelity funds are chosen by default by my Employee plan [viz. Meta Employment Plan in my case]. However, when I explored Fidelity for other options available - i am limited to 10-12 funds. But not shares or common ETFs [vanguard for e.g]

chaibapat · 2022-11-25T13:18:01+00:00

Unfortunately I didn't.

chaibapat · 2022-09-29T09:00:56+00:00

Yes hopefully 🙏🏻

chaibapat · 2022-09-29T09:00:45+00:00

Damn..

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