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Previously, processing time would normally take 3 weeks.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, the waiting time starts when the individual either:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Attends their appointment and provide their fingerprints and a photograph\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/biometric-residence-permits\/personal-data\">(biometric information)<\/a>\u00a0at a visa application centre;<\/li>\n<li>Verifies your identity using the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/using-the-uk-immigration-id-check-app\">UK Immigration: ID Check app<\/a>. This will depend on the visa they apply for and they will be advised if they can use this.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Contact Our Immigration Team<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For expert advice regarding any aspect of the UK visa application, please contact our immigration team on 0203 384 3075.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Due to the large number of applications received under the Ukrainian Family Scheme, the Home Office has temporarily suspended \u2018Priority\u2019 and \u2018Super Priority\u2019 visa services for new study, work and family visa applications submitted outside the UK. 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