I want to live in the UK.. but am I allowed to stay?

[@stuarts1219]

Hopefully since it's a renewal everything will get processed quickly. If the Home Office has any doubts you've got 139,000 people here to vouch for you!

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

🙏 Cheers Stuart!

[@thetruth6417]

Oh please. If only that was true. They're too busy allowing illegals in to bother with real eligible people like Alanna who have something to offer the country.

[@kiranpatel6521]

One route is via Calais to Dover, on a dinghy. Most get through so you can try that if all else fails!

[@mosless1]

139,001.

[@Brian-om2hh]

139'002.......

[@tymmjupp1510]

I hope this puts your mind at ease a little Alanna. My wife and I have just been through the renewal process and we received confirmation of a successful application less than a week after she did her biometrics. Her new BRP arrived by special delivery about 3 days later, so a quick turnaround. Anyway, very best of luck; I'm sure it will work out well.

[@robwilliams2410]

Oh man Alana! I completely understand your urge to cry. Former American, German citizen here. I went through all phases of being an ex-pat, with the varying levels of duration and freedom until I got my „Niederlassungserlaubnis“ which is the German equivalent to ILR, then a whole bunch of years after that and I took the plunge and became a citizen. That was ten years ago: just got my second German passport and, ID card this year. While I did have a few interesting episodes in the foreigners office, I never had to suffer through anything remotely close to the stress and expense that you are dealing with…. and certainly not for the first time either. It will be a travesty if the British bureaucrats don’t swiftly approve your visa renewal. You are a wonderful promoter of life in the UK.

[@91splamy]

What’s funny is that I’m British living in the USA and it was so much worse than this trying to move here. It took a year just to get my first visa and if I hadn’t found a lawyer to help me stay while my application was processed, I would have had to live apart that whole time. We are now planning to move to England and everything is so much less stressful as far as the visa is concerned.

[@Caesar_1415]

@@91splamy Lol that's Merica for ya lol I'm from Maryland getting ready to move to them UK I can't wait!

[@scottdavidson5516]

You've got this alannah, you've been here for 7 years and your paying your way in this country you are one of us x

[@jeanpage3]

Oh Alanna, I feel your pain! Totally get it. I'm a Canadian living here but now have citizenship. Yay! I understand why you're freaking out about your flight but I have to say with all my dealings with the home office over the years they've always been prompt. No delays even when they said there could be delays. It's going to all work out. I know it will. Hang in there girl!!

[@bobblebardsley]

It might be worth emailing your local MP and just explaining the position you're in, they can (not always, but sometimes) be surprisingly helpful. Good luck with the visa AND the flight 💖

[@howardkey1639]

Hey Alanna, every time you do one of your videos about your visa applications I don't know who gets more anxious about the process, you or me who is just sitting here watching you go through it. I shall be keeping all my fingers crossed for you but I'm sure all will go through fine. All we need now is the" I got my new visa" Vid. 🙂

[@peterjf7723]

When I was doing an ILR visa application for my wife I had sent the visa application to their office with plenty of time to spare. Then late on a Friday I got an email from the home office saying that they haven't had my paperwork and I needed to make sure that they had everything by the following Friday. I had sent the documents by recorded delivery so luckily had proof from the Post office that the documents had been signed for by the home office visa centre. After I informed them of this on the Monday they called me back a couple of hours later to say that they had found my documents. That was a really stressful event. I hope Alanna that you never have to deal with anything like that. I wish you the best of luck with your visa application.

[@caz12345]

Hope this all goes well for you babe xx you seem run down at the mo...maybe when all this is done, take a holiday, a proper holiday, no vlogging, no work, just rest. We'll all understand and I think you need it hun xx praying for you xx

[@naitchb16]

The A&N community will send a petition to the Home Office if need be! 🧐 Wishing you the best of luck and sending positive vibes, Alanna 🙏 Thank you for sharing your experience with us

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you so much!! I really appreciate. it ☺️

[@weedle30]

@@AdventuresAndNapsI will be signing!!! Fear not!! You are OURS!

[@Caesar_1415]

We got her back!

[@raystewart3648]

Yeah, I will sign that petition 300 times via online profiles that's not mine...............or is that a bad thing, lol

[@themightywrighty]

I love the phrase "word soup", I'm totally using that. Hope your visa renewal works out.

[@johnfeuerstein5125]

FYI the home office is working much quicker lately, you should get a decision fairly quickly. I got my ILR decision in about 5-6 weeks with waiting 3 weeks for biometrics appointment.

[@danielking4517]

Hi Alanna - my wife just did her partner visa - she’s a US citizen, so similar situation. Again, they said it would be maximum 8 weeks, and hopefully it’ll bring you a little comfort to know her decision was approved in just under 3 weeks!

[@dannyboy22racer]

Good job it's not the other way round. I'm curently 14 months in waiting to join my wife in the US 😔

[@alecleamus3280]

I’m really sorry you’re going through this stress, It’s clearly taking it’s toll on you. But you’ve done your best, despite the trip home. You’re an asset to the UK, and I hope and pray you’ll get the outcome you deserve. I hope and believe you will. Much love ❤ 🇬🇧🇨🇦

[@billroberts7881]

I'm so glad you finally got past your "problem" with wearing your glasses while on camera. You look great with glasses! As always, I'm so entertained and informed by your particular sense of humor. Or is it HUMOUR as it pertains to you these days? Keep up the great videos, Alana. I'll be watching, as will a whole bunch of other fans.

[@SaharaGadge]

Bloody hell, how convoluted and stressful is that?! Here's hoping all goes well and the Home Office fast-track your application... I know your ticket is non-refundable, but a call and a good sob-story might get you a partial refund at least. Best of luck

[@jefi_master]

If the worst happens and you haven't heard about your visa as your Canada flight date approaches, get in contact with the airline and explain the situation. Make it clear that you're not looking for any refund and that you just need to reschedule. Most airlines will be understanding about it and let you change the dates though they may charge you an admin fee for it. I've known that to be as much as £500 but it's still better than losing the ticket entirely. Best of luck with the renewal...My heart bleeds for you as a fellow anxiety-ridden mess!!!

[@abarratt8869]

Agreed. It's always worth a call and asking very nicely.

[@joannecunliffe8067]

I know you can have dual citizenship (British and Canadian), Alana. I think it would be worth applying for citizenship. It's scary and it does cost around £1300 but at least when it's done, there is no more worrying any more. You ARE already one of us 🥰. You're as British as any of us here, a wonderfully quirky and happy person and it's a delight to watch your videos. Most British people think the UK is as bonkers as you do but we love it all the same. I'm a Buddhist and you must have loads of good Karma. Good things will happen. You'll be all right. I wish you Metta (peaceful thoughts). As Liverpudlians say, "Calm down, calm down!" ♥ Jo

[@Andrew8468]

You got this and the Home Office are a bunch of ninnies if they don't approve your renewal!

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

🙏

[@joshuataylor3550]

@@AdventuresAndNaps That much money and they wonder why people don't go through legal routes.

[@dave_h_8742]

​@@AdventuresAndNaps Why WOULD you get rejected you've got it for 7 years so deep breaths, chin up, keep calm and carry on.

[@ghollidge]

Just go to France and come back on a dingy as that seems to work....

[@Caesar_1415]

@@joshuataylor3550 Do you mean working cash in hand jobs?

[@penname5766]

I’m sure it’ll be fine, Alanna. 1) of course you’ll be approved and 2) based on the fact you’ve renewed so many times already, you’re bound to get it early. The main thing is you’ve done everything right on the application form.

[@Caesar_1415]

I'm sure she will get approved soon!!

[@kek23k]

Man, those costs are eye-watering! Fingers crossed it all goes through ok for you.

[@paultunnicliffe4091]

Think positive!!!! I've done many visas for my wife, and yes the costs suck!! However processing times have always been as expected. My wife had to renew her ILR at the start of the year but didn't take that long to renew so I'd say you still have a good chance to make the trip. Maybe close but sounds like you still have a good chance. Best of luck!!

[@thomastanswell5372]

Hi Alanna..feel so sorry for you..this makes me so cross tbh genuine people like yourself go through the proper channels (excuse the pun) all the fees and heartache renewing your visa…when you see whats happening in this country…keeping my fingers crossed for you..keep your chin up..love the channel Tom from London 💙

[@jamesdowling9759]

You would’ve thought it would be simple and straightforward between commonwealth countries. Best of luck with everything 😊

[@grantparman4705]

I'm sending good vibes your way, Alanna. You've got this!

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you so much!!

[@grantparman4705]

@@AdventuresAndNaps You're welcome!

[@anignorantbrit]

I'm a big supporter of CANZUK. Doubt it will ever happen but would be mean you wouldn't have to go through this all the time. All the best with your application. My fingers are crossed.

[@newtron1]

CANZUK will never happen. 🇨🇦 has zero interest.

[@abarratt8869]

CANZUK would be very cool...

[@TheSuperhomosapien]

@@newtron1 Yea, Canada benefits the least out of the deal. Canada's relationship with the US is far more important than their relationships with Australia, New Zealand and the UK combined.

[@Efusco97]

@@TheSuperhomosapienwhy would it affect the relationship with the US is CANZUK happened ?

[@TheSuperhomosapien]

@@Efusco97 It may, depending on how the US feels about goods from other CANZUK nations flowing through Canada to the US.

[@rilakbuta5919]

Speaking from my own (and friends') experiences, the Home Office has been quite efficient lately when it comes to approving visas. Even if you miss some sort of documents, they will approve you quickly (like one day after you resubmit). I hope this makes you feel slightly better.

[@johnfeuerstein5125]

I just went through the ILR process. They warned it could take up to 6 months, but it was approved in just 6 weeks (including biometric appointment 3 weeks out).

[@tmd63]

You may be able to apply for indefinite leave to remain if both: 1. you have a family visa as a partner or spouse 2. your partner is settled in the UK - either as a British citizen or a person with indefinite leave to remain

[@martinpay3812]

Hoo boy! For whatever it’s worth you have my most powerful wishes coming your way that the Home Office will deal with your application promptly and sensibly and that you can stay here with us… We’d miss you!

[@eddymccabe5351]

You have all our sympathies and best wishes in respect of your dilemma - all digits crossed that your application is successfully processed in time for you to get home to Canada

[@ziggarillo]

You don't "need to take the high speed" you get to Stratford by the underground and DLR. The "International" is 2 mins walk.

[@Adam_Le-Roi_Davis.]

Please don't worry, Alanna, these things can be daunting but you have a lot going in your favour, this is far from your first one and the Home Office will be able to see that and that it is in fact a continuation of your working life in the U.K. this should speed things up considerably. The reason why they need to see your bank statements is to check for any possible criminal activity such as money laundering, eventhough you might find this possibility embarrassing it's for legitimate reasons. I shall certainly keep my fingers crossed for you for your visa being processed in time for your trip to Canada 🍁. 🙂❤

[@nrbudgen]

Wishing you luck Alanna. Things are sure complicated these days - and expensive! ❤

[@jophdfy]

I really hope you don't get rejected Alanna, best of luck young lady.

[@chrisshelley3027]

You bring so much to the UK, they would be mad to not grant your application ❤

[@kbbarton1]

I feel your anxiety, but it's gonna get sorted. Hang in there!

[@ladylove3636]

I'll be furious if you got rejected given who the UK let in. You came here cause you love England, bless ya, no threat and you work. You are who we want here xx

[@vickybrombley7476]

you'll be right ! you're a smart cookie , you would have filled everything in correctly and you'll get the documents back quickly 🤞 try not to stress/worry too much , I've got faith it'll all work out fine 👌❤

[@mothmagic1]

Saw your new video. great that we've had the sense to let you stay.

[@darrenspeak1785]

I’m sure it will work out fine Alaana . Your somebody who likes to do everything correctly so the chances of it not being a positive outcome I’m sure is very small, plus reading a few of the comments from people who have gone through same process recently should give you hope that not only will it be successful but equally as important your documents should be back in time for your trip to CANADA. Good luck.

[@j24601valjean]

What a total nightmare, I hope that it works out for you. You are clearly a worthwhile person who ought to be welcomed with open arms. The charges do seem excessive, it's as if they are purposely making it as difficult as possible for people to get a visa extension. I wish you the very best of luck in your endeavours.

[@tristandunn4628]

So sorry to hear about all the stress. That all sounds like a nightmare. Sending some huge positive vibes your way. Your dedication to living and working in our little quirky country is humbling. Fingers crossed for some planetary alignment with your visa and trip back home

[@chrispierce4003]

Jeez ~ the very best of luck with that horrific application. We want you to stay here ! 😊 Worse case, if your application is rejected, we can all crowd fund a rubber boat for you paddle across from France, and that way you will be straight in with no more paperwork 👍👍

[@ravenmad9225]

Was going say the same.Crazy times we live in.

[@brianwhittington5086]

Don't be worrying about it Alanna, it'll all be fine. I remember the last one you did when you were a bag of nerves opening that envelope in Canada. It's wrong that you have to go through all this repeat stress every few years, when it's obvious your intent is to legitimately live and work here long term.

[@geoffh2560]

got everything crossed for you, surely the Home Office can't argue with A&N subs!!

[@BenjWarrant]

I'm sorry that our system is so god-awful difficult that it's causing you such stress, Alanna. Fingers crossed for no more hiccups.

[@heskeyisgod8039]

Good luck with the application Alanna. Really hope you get a positive decision really quickly.

[@elkysempire4083]

On behalf of the UK I'd like to say thank you for your investing into the NHS we are greatful

[@ltsecomedy2985]

Best Wishes for your renewal coming through as you need it.

[@anthonystevens8683]

Sending my very best wishes that this gets approved in time Alanna. It's weird in this digital world that we live in that everything seems to take longer or has more hoops for us to jump through. A stressful time until you see that green tick that says everything is OK. I'm keeping my fingers, toes, eyes crossed (when not driving) for you that everything turns out OK.

[@carolineskipper6976]

How very stressful!!!! I have a couple of things I am legally obliged to do as part of supporting a family member - so I am very familiar with the whole 'finding assorted original documentation that has not yet expired, and uploading them' malarchy! Incredibly frustrating and stressful- and I'm not facing potential deportation if I get it all wrong, or someone decides I am not worthy in some way! Good luck with getting the renewal - and also with getting it on time to make your trip home.x

[@Gold_Bug]

I'm duel UK/Canada citizen, well worth getting it when you're eligable. I know its not cheap but worth it to never to have to worry about it ever again.

[@paulhill2426]

hi there , i cant believe how much this cost you , i have lived here all my life and i am embarrassed that you have had to go through this hope you got this sorted i think you did , we need more people to be like your self that come here to live 🙏

[@zilchica]

I'm glad the hard copy rule got scrapped before we did ours (submitted pages and pages of documents AND certified translations of each one!), but not glad I only found out they also scrapped the stamp rule for bank statements after I had gone to multiple braches all over town trying to get someone to stamp them for me. Luckily, applications made from the UK tend to be quicker, so hopefully yours will arrive on time.

[@joelpayne1193]

I hope that your visa application will sort it out and I enjoy watching your program on KZbin video. I hope they will make great decision because you did show you learn and appreciate our British society ❤😊

[@wolfie854]

I totally sympathise. I have had to fill in my partner's application for PIP (Personal Independence Payment) as she is disabled. There were tons of questions. I did the same as you in essence but written out by hand. I roughed out then perfected all my answers before committing them to paper, making sure everything was in there, and accurately reflected my partner's situation. These things are so important. I had to envisage someone (let's call them the enemy) receiving the application and going through it line by line to pick out any flaws or omissions, so they could turn it down. It's a horrible process. It took me several weeks and I hated every minute of it. Still waiting for the outcome. Good luck with your application.

[@hannahk1306]

Word of warning, if something is not mentioned on both the form and in the interview they may decide not to count it towards the claim (because you're clearly trying to scam them 🙄). My brother has memory issues and forgot to put something on the form which he later remembered in the interview and they wouldn't allow it. He also got docked points for passing his driving test... PIP is an absolute joke (especially when he had indefinite DLA), but I hope that your partner's application goes smoothly. 🤞

[@zmartieq]

I’m new here and found you cause I’m trying to gather information for an eventual move to England. I really appreciate your content! It would be great to hear about the visa switches and why citizenship isn’t possible for you a little more. Sending prayers, thoughts, good vibes and more your way!!! ✨

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Thank you so much!! The main thing for Citizenship is having Indefinite Leave to Remain first - but I don't have that yet.

[@Rjhs001]

Hi Alanna. I love your thoroughness with the documents etc. You know how much we love you and I send you my best wishes for a positive outcome x

[@exileinderby51]

Just wishing you the very best of luck with your application Alanna.

[@beebTim]

Fingers crossed, Alanna. All the Best from Lancashire.

[@Caesar_1415]

Alanna you got this! I was a nervous wreck when I was applying for my US passport, no need to over stress! One step at a time! As my grandfather said (he was from Mississippi) Slow and steady always wins the race, Alanna! You gotta make sure that you eat!! I'm so proud of you!! You got this!! You have been such a positive influence in my life! Good luck with the visa App! You got this, Alanna!! Sending good vibes from the USA!

[@KEITHMU]

I can't believe this has come around again so quick. I totally feel your anxiety having to go through all this. Will you have to return to Canada like the last time or is it different this time? Fingers crossed that it will be as painless as possible and your life can return to normal without all this hassle! x

[@brettthomas7927]

Great video again and been as I love your videos and its always a joy watching you I really do wish you all the luck with this visa rubbish you have to deal with. ❤ all the best to you

[@cccCarpetcleaning]

Wow Alana, that's a lot of red tape and expense, I really hope it is approved on time for your trip to Canada. Seems to me you did everything methodically and correctly so my guess is it will be just fine! A bit of faith and positivity goes a long way. Good luck

[@semirayen7503]

This video’s very helpful thanks for sharing Alanna and best wishes on your visa renewal process 👍

[@danaknight1513]

Just because you have a nonrefundanle plane ticket, it doesn’t mean you can’t change it. Find out from your airline or travel agency, if you can change the dates. Fares go down in the fall. See if the ticket dates can be changed for a change fee or additional fee, without trying to refund it.

[@pratosaurusrex1128]

Hey there. My wife and I had the pleasure of going through this process (I’m a British Citizen and can confirm marrying me does not mean squat for your residency in this country!) we got through it and my wife now has ILR. The visa process was exhausting with hiccups left, right and centre. But if you’ve completed the application and spelt everything out for them you will be fine. I would also recommend using the fast track service if it’s available when you next go through this process. We applied in 2022 and it was still available if you stayed up until very late to book it. It cost £800 though so I would only use it if you have to leave the country soonish after. Also one other point: when you renew your visa you also have to get your BRP changed as well. When we got approval they said it could take up to 7 working days to come through in the post so as timings are tight for you I thought I would mention it.

[@watsok1]

I really hope everything works out for you Alanna, both with the application & that everything comes through in time for you to make your trip 🤞

[@Planetoid52]

My fingers are crossed for you!

[@grahamarmitage1339]

Hope everything goes well for you x

[@robwilliams2410]

Keeping fingers tightly crossed for you. I thought that you would be eligible for IRL sometime soon. Hope everything worked out and doesn’t cause you further stress.

[@dougall1687]

Oh Alanna - this is so hard. I remember your last application process. Hopefully something more permanent will be possible soon. For context, the most intimidating experience I've had was the US process - having to return to London to get updated work permits at the embassy and the whole permanent residency process was crazy expensive. But by far the most complicated was Canada - because we had to get approval from Quebec, from the Canadian Government and from the Canadian Border services, all of whom have different regulations that they change every couple of months on average (like - oh yeh, as of two weeks ago you can't submit in English, it now needs to be all in French) so right up until the moment you submit you have to check whether one of the three has changed a regulation. But thank god for Service Canada who were always amazing - the UK needs something similar!

[@eze8970]

Best wishes Alanna for a smooth & speedy sort out! Everything will work out for the best tho, one way or another! 🙏🙏 The cheese, crisps, Yorkshire tea, cider, soft drinks, biscuits, chocolate & drinks, beer & pub carvery/Sunday roasts producers (maybe not marmite) should be putting in a good word for you to!

[@kabukimax1]

fingers crossed, big hugs , best of luck and hope all goes well ....

[@TheEmpressgoth]

Prayers and Well wishes 🙏 ❤

[@martineyles]

Hope it all goes smoothly, and on time. I'm hoping to visit Canada in a few months, though only for a week or two. Your Visa, NHS charge, etc. might cost more than my holiday! :-O

[@paulguise698]

Hiya Alanna,I hope you get it all sorted out,

[@judithhope8970]

This is really ridiculous! So much red tape. I feel your frustration. Stay positive. xx

[@johnship5635]

Fingers crossed for you, I know it will be ok

[@iancomputerscomputerrepair8944]

Alanna, I would suggest that you fill that jam jar up with Cider, instead of water!! I for one will be keeping my fingers crossed for you.

[@roberttreborable]

Good Luck Alanna, it should just be a formality although it's always nervous when it you going through it.

[@Dunkster23]

As someone who recently had to forfeit a flight home, I get it. Flights are stupid expensive nowadays but I think you'll get your docs back in time! Crossing all fingers and toes!

[@chuckmaddison2924]

This is amazing, I'm going to see if you have done another video.

[@davidbooth192]

Fingers crossed for you 🤞 good luck

[@RGC198]

Hi Alanna, thanks for another excellent video. I hope all goes well with your UK visa renewal. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers that all will work out and you will be able to still fly to Canada in time. Anyway, take care. Rob in Melbourne Australia.

[@BananaKing274]

Nice eye glasses, Alana. Best wishes with your visa.

[@gerrymccartney3561]

Fingers and toes are crossed. I am sure you will be successful.

[@ericrabinowitz6390]

You sure have my sympathy and all digits crossed for you. In 2003 I traveled to India. My passport, with the Indian visa pasted inside, arrived back from The Indian consulate 4 hours before we headed to the airport! OMG 🤪

[@cubeaceuk9034]

Hi Alanna. I can understand your anxiety and why everything in this country has to be so complicated when dealing with official anything connected to using the civil service is beyond me. It may also explain why we now have a deficit of foreign labour. I hope everything goes smoothly for you. I don't know about visas but even applying for some specialist licences or criminal record checks involved in my case, supplying original documents. I have in the past had to supply birth and marriage certificates as well as bills, bank statements etc and there is also the fear of them getting lost, so I do sympathise. This should become easier to do as we progress as a society not get harder and if we need people to fill vacancies they should not be penalised with additional high cost application bills.

[@rasco1521]

Alanna, you’ve done everything right. At the end of the day your family and Canada will always be there. The important thing is that we get a positive result with your visa. I’ve had to deal with tough stuff like this myself very recently. You start the journey and get to the destination. Just remember that, you will get there.

[@ilovevegimite]

Alanna, never have any sort of liquid or food near your passport as accidents can happen, especially when stressed! As soon as you've finished with it file it away safe.

[@Theinternalrewrite]

We all wish the best for you. Looking forward to hearing more. If only a petition could make you eligible for citizenship. You would get a lot of sponsors.

[@hannahk1306]

You can't make someone eligible for citizenship through a petition 😆 Eligibility comes from length of stay and not breaking any of the visa requirements. The first step is indefinite leave to remain, which she's also not eligible for yet.

[@richardhathaway2901]

I only wish I could be there to give you a big hug and tell you it's all going to be OK. If it's any consolation my wife and I applied for a six month visa to visit our own house in France last year and met with very similar obstacles. We've only owned the house over there for twenty years and we still had to provide separate bank statements to prove we could afford to stay there even though it's a joint account! Well, courage young lady! Know that we are all with you in spirit if not in person. You can do it!

[@wonhung]

If the unthinkable happened you'd have enough followers to overwhelm the Home Office and force your renewal through with 150,000+ signatured petition. We couldn't lose a treasure like you without some sort of fight. I just love your cooking vids. So histerical.😜 PS. I've got everything crossed for you. Good luck Ol' Bean.

[@jonathan.palfrey]

I’m so sorry that you have to go through all this hassle. I’ve lived and worked in seven different countries, and I’ve never had so much trouble. But I think countries have generally been tightening up, and the UK in particular seems to be uptight about immigration these days. When I came to Spain in 1997 I was an EU citizen, with a right to live and work here, so the residence permit was a formality, granted automatically. Then Brexit came along and Spain fortunately decided to accept any residence permits already granted; I think it’s more difficult for Brits who want to come to Spain now.

[@richardhargrave6082]

Sending good vibes to get it turned around in time❤❤ I can see how stressful it is, well done on doing it

[@matthewshuey1712]

Isn't there a magic boat trip across the channel. Like going through the wardrobe.

[@petew5289]

Hope everything goes well

[@kevindawson1280]

Fingers crossed for ya alanna don't fret everything will be fine ,the only reason it takes so long for some is they don't fill in the form properly or don't send the all the documents or whatever, now i'm betting you have sent everything they need and that's what they like , breathe ,it'll be fine.

[@ashleyivins7510]

Hope everything goes well 👍🏻❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@Dan-zb7vn]

Wow that is a lot of money for a bit of paperwork, hang in there Alanna and don't let them grind you down 🙂.I thought renewing my passport was a pain but its a walk in the park compared to what you have to do! At the end of the day we're all the same species living on the same planet, we should be able to live wherever we want within reasonable limits.

[@RogersRamblings]

We can have open borders or we can have a welfare state. The two are incompatible unless all countries have the same arrangements which is obviously impossible.