I arrived Dec 30, after 1 week I applied for NI number with enough documents ie: proof that ur actively seeking work, proof of address, marriage contract, passport etc then was issued a temp number upon application after 2 weeks, my permanent NI number was posted to me.Got my NI wallet card after 3 weeks of application.

started working feb 5 at some local post office as a counter clerk.

my accent is still terrible...home sick and lots of impatient customers...well...

GOODLUCK to everyone!!!