11-01-2006, 03:22 PM
John01 Wrote:Just one correction to MCAMPS reply; a job offer is not a requirement for the grant of an ancestry visa. The ability to work is essential; it seems that registering with a few UK based employment agencies is enough to fulfil this condition.
A job offer does help hugely in smoothing the path of the application. (The main requirement of the application is that the applicant proves that they are likely to be self sufficient in the UK.)
John
Whilst you are technically correct, you should find out what it is like trying to deal with the Brirish Consulate in Pretoria. They will put all manner of obstacles in your way and that is why I say it tends to be essential when applying for the ancestral visa.
Otherwise it can become a really long and drawn out process.