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01 July 2009: The UK Border Agency online points-based system tools will be unavailable on Sunday 5 July between 17:00 and 18:05 British Summer Time. The self-assessment tool, sponsorship management system and sponsor application will be offline so that essential maintenance work can be carried out. You will not be able to use the online points-based system tools during this time.

22 June 2009: Transitional Arrangements for points-based system Tier 4: we recognise that you may be unable to show us that you have held the money needed for the 28 days, at the start of Tier 4. If you apply before 1 October 2009 you will only need to show proof that you have the money needed, on the day that you apply. You must still provide the correct documents to support your application. For more information please go to the UK Border Agency website.

06 June 2009: The British High Commission issued a statement about the UK visa application process, including the current processing times, and a warning about the activities of unscrupulous agents. (UKinPakistan website - press release)

03 June 2009: Customer satisfaction survey. We would like to hear your views on the visa application process. This online survey will give us valuable information on how you found the visa application process and areas for improvement. The survey will take less than 5 minutes to complete and your answers and comments are confidential. It will not affect the outcome of your visa application in any way. Thank you for taking part.

02 June 2009: Problems accessing the online visa application system Visa4UK. Some applicants may be experiencing problems in accessing the online application system following maintenance on 27-29 May. If users are still experiencing problems then they should either:
• Press 'Ctrl' and F5 to refresh the page
• Or access the online application system using the following web address - www.visa4uk.fco.gov.uk/ApplyNow.aspx

06 May 2009: UK Visa Application Centre at Mirpur is now open. Please see the address details in the 'contact us' page of this website.

27 April 2009: With immediate effect visa appointments at Gerry's International cannot be cancelled and rebooked.
Gerry's have become aware of unauthorised agent block booking and the subsequent charging of applicants for appointments. This disadvantages genuine applicants who wish to travel to the UK. To make an appointment to submit your application please telephone 0900 10411 (landline) or 8865 (mobile). Calls cost Rs10 per minute. Appointments are free of charge. The UK Border Agency strongly advises applicants to avoid malicious agents wishing to charge for appointments. The call centre is open Monday to Saturday: 0800 till 2400 midnight.

06 April 2009: If you want to study in the UK from 31 March 2009 you must make your application using the points-based system 4 (General) student or Tier 4 (Child) student. Please make sure that you complete the correct application form and points scoring appendix. If you are making an on-line application you must select the correct visa category and pay the correct fee. You are advised to carefully read the Tier 4 points based system guidance. Failure to provide the correct information may lead to your application being refused.

How Can We Help You?

You will find information on this site, supplied by UK Border Agency about how to apply for a UK visa, if you need one. From this site you can also use our free email service to obtain the same information. We also offer a telephone information service. Please see the 'contact us' section on this website to find out our contact details, visa application centre address details and call charges.

Information about the UK's immigration rules and policies can be found on UK Border Agency Visa Services website. Gerry's also manages visa application centres for the UK Border Agency here in Pakistan where you should submit your application, your biometric fingerscans and pay the visa application fee.

Who Decides If I Will Get A Visa?

Your visa application will be processed and decided by UK Border Agency staff. Your visa application may be sent overseas to be processed. This may result in extended decision making times.

Neither Gerry's, nor any of our staff, play any part in or influence the outcome of your visa application. If any member of our staff claims to be able to influence your application, you should inform the nearest British diplomatic mission as soon as possible.

Security at the Visa Application Centre

All applicants visiting the visa application centre will undergo a security search. All personal items such as bags, mobile phones, cigarette lighters, liquids and offensive weapons are prohibited and access will be denied to those found in possession of such items.

Please note: All enquiries regarding settlement applications submitted on or after Wednesday 28 January should be emailed to: UKHUB.PAKISTANGeneralEnquiries@fco.gov.uk

Where can I get advice?

Gerry's and its staff cannot give you advice on how to complete your application, or what type of visa you should apply for. If you need help with your application or advice about the UK's immigration rules and requirements, you should seek advice from a qualified immigration adviser. In the UK immigration advisers regulated by the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC - www.oisc.gov.uk).

You can also obtain advice from legally qualified professionals regulated by designated professional bodies. A list of legally qualified professionals who can advise on immigration matters can be downloaded from the following websites:

Law Society of England and Wales
Law Society of Scotland
Law Society of Northern Ireland
Institute of Legal Executives

Please note: The Law Societies of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland and the Institute of Legal Executives cannot provide direct help or advice on visa applications. They can only provide a list of law firms who can advise on immigration matters.

Useful links

British High Commission, Islamabad
UK Border Agency
Working in the UK
British Council Pakistan
UK Trade & Investment
Visit Britain
Track Your Passport
Do I need a visa? (see the questionnaire at the bottom of the homepage)