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South African expat in Sweden

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South African

Lives in Östersund, Jämtland

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Registration: 26 March 2018

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6 years ago
Salwahallison

Resident/permit decision waiting time by Salwahallison

Hi you all have just been from the interview .they asked me to do the bio metrics after the interview finished,which I did .this was just on Tuesday 5th of December. Does anyone know how long I am supposed to wait ?and I thought was wierd since you ...

Sarahsatchie

Take it one step at a time Read More

Sarahsatchie replied to a thread
6 years ago
Salwahallison

Resident/permit decision waiting time by Salwahallison

Hi you all have just been from the interview .they asked me to do the bio metrics after the interview finished,which I did .this was just on Tuesday 5th of December. Does anyone know how long I am supposed to wait ?and I thought was wierd since you ...

Sarahsatchie

Aww Salwah! I am so sorry to hear that - big big hug! My heart and thoughts is with you and your partner. See the silver lining in this - now you and your partner know what MV wants and it is something that is fixable. Once his boss can evidence ... Read More

Sarahsatchie replied to a thread
6 years ago
Salwahallison

Resident/permit decision waiting time by Salwahallison

Hi you all have just been from the interview .they asked me to do the bio metrics after the interview finished,which I did .this was just on Tuesday 5th of December. Does anyone know how long I am supposed to wait ?and I thought was wierd since you ...

Sarahsatchie

That’s great Lucian! I’m waiting for the card to be issued and sent to CPT. I was advised that it could take 2 - 4 weeks.... so just waiting now. I’m not certain if there is a cut-off time for when you need to be in Sweden by, ... Read More

Sarahsatchie replied to a thread
6 years ago
Salwahallison

Resident/permit decision waiting time by Salwahallison

Hi you all have just been from the interview .they asked me to do the bio metrics after the interview finished,which I did .this was just on Tuesday 5th of December. Does anyone know how long I am supposed to wait ?and I thought was wierd since you ...

Sarahsatchie

Hey LucB22 No worries did you interview with Uriel? She is really a gem! Kind regards S Read More

Sarahsatchie replied to a thread
6 years ago
Salwahallison

Resident/permit decision waiting time by Salwahallison

Hi you all have just been from the interview .they asked me to do the bio metrics after the interview finished,which I did .this was just on Tuesday 5th of December. Does anyone know how long I am supposed to wait ?and I thought was wierd since you ...

Sarahsatchie

Hej Salwa, Did you manage to submit your “Request to conclude Case” form? Read More

Sarahsatchie replied to a thread
6 years ago
Salwahallison

Resident/permit decision waiting time by Salwahallison

Hi you all have just been from the interview .they asked me to do the bio metrics after the interview finished,which I did .this was just on Tuesday 5th of December. Does anyone know how long I am supposed to wait ?and I thought was wierd since you ...

Sarahsatchie

Hej hej Everyone, Just an update on our case - we have received confirmation from MV that a decision has been made and our case has been concluded. Our case officer has informed my Sambo that I have been granted a two year residence permit. Hope ... Read More

Sarahsatchie replied to a thread
6 years ago
Salwahallison

Resident/permit decision waiting time by Salwahallison

Hi you all have just been from the interview .they asked me to do the bio metrics after the interview finished,which I did .this was just on Tuesday 5th of December. Does anyone know how long I am supposed to wait ?and I thought was wierd since you ...

Sarahsatchie

Hey Everyone, Just an update - last week Raine shared a link from Migrationsverkets website which detailed the new Team Management laws as well as provided a new “Request to conclude a case” form which applicants that have been waiting ... Read More

Sarahsatchie replied to a thread
6 years ago
Salwahallison

Resident/permit decision waiting time by Salwahallison

Hi you all have just been from the interview .they asked me to do the bio metrics after the interview finished,which I did .this was just on Tuesday 5th of December. Does anyone know how long I am supposed to wait ?and I thought was wierd since you ...

Sarahsatchie

Hi Lucian, You are definitely still allowed to travel to Sweden on a visitor’s visa, while waiting for a decision on your residence application. However, you may not be in Sweden should MV decide to inform you of the outcome on your ... Read More

Sarahsatchie replied to a thread
6 years ago
Salwahallison

Resident/permit decision waiting time by Salwahallison

Hi you all have just been from the interview .they asked me to do the bio metrics after the interview finished,which I did .this was just on Tuesday 5th of December. Does anyone know how long I am supposed to wait ?and I thought was wierd since you ...

Sarahsatchie

Ahh yes - the documents. Take along all the documents that you had uploaded or submitted when initially completing the application in November 2017, your passport, copies of previously issued Swedish Visas (if any), proof that you are unmarried/ or ... Read More

Sarahsatchie replied to a thread
6 years ago
Salwahallison

Resident/permit decision waiting time by Salwahallison

Hi you all have just been from the interview .they asked me to do the bio metrics after the interview finished,which I did .this was just on Tuesday 5th of December. Does anyone know how long I am supposed to wait ?and I thought was wierd since you ...

Sarahsatchie

Hi LucB, The questions are very similar to what you answered when you completed the application form for the residence. It is about your relationship with your partner, how you met, what your future plans are, if you have stayed together before ... Read More

Sarahsatchie replied to a thread
6 years ago
Salwahallison

Resident/permit decision waiting time by Salwahallison

Hi you all have just been from the interview .they asked me to do the bio metrics after the interview finished,which I did .this was just on Tuesday 5th of December. Does anyone know how long I am supposed to wait ?and I thought was wierd since you ...

Sarahsatchie

Can’t wait to see the link Read More

Sarahsatchie replied to a thread
6 years ago
Salwahallison

Resident/permit decision waiting time by Salwahallison

Hi you all have just been from the interview .they asked me to do the bio metrics after the interview finished,which I did .this was just on Tuesday 5th of December. Does anyone know how long I am supposed to wait ?and I thought was wierd since you ...

Sarahsatchie

Awaiting for your partner Read More

Sarahsatchie replied to a thread
6 years ago
Salwahallison

Resident/permit decision waiting time by Salwahallison

Hi you all have just been from the interview .they asked me to do the bio metrics after the interview finished,which I did .this was just on Tuesday 5th of December. Does anyone know how long I am supposed to wait ?and I thought was wierd since you ...

Sarahsatchie

Thank you Salma for the positivity we will keep our fingers crossed - I’m still keeping mine crossed that you will get your decision soon! The holidays are over so I hope MV is getting cracking now on all the applications that are posted so ... Read More

Sarahsatchie replied to a thread
6 years ago
Salwahallison

Resident/permit decision waiting time by Salwahallison

Hi you all have just been from the interview .they asked me to do the bio metrics after the interview finished,which I did .this was just on Tuesday 5th of December. Does anyone know how long I am supposed to wait ?and I thought was wierd since you ...

Sarahsatchie

Hello Everyone! Just an update from our side - I went for the interview and biometrics last week Tuesday at the Swedish embassy in South Africa Any ideas on how long it will take for the decision? :sleep We are 16 months into our ... Read More

Sarahsatchie replied to a thread
6 years ago
Salwahallison

Resident/permit decision waiting time by Salwahallison

Hi you all have just been from the interview .they asked me to do the bio metrics after the interview finished,which I did .this was just on Tuesday 5th of December. Does anyone know how long I am supposed to wait ?and I thought was wierd since you ...

Sarahsatchie

Hi Lucy, That is is pretty epic! Congrats! Please could you share a bit more about where you applied, if your husband is a Swede and if you have both lived together outside of Sweden before? Many thanks Read More