The UK Border Agency has expanded its partnership working with local government by launching a new checking service for settlement applications.
The settlement checking service pilot builds on the success of the existing nationality checking service. If a migrant is applying for settlement (also known as 'indefinite leave to remain') using application form SET(M), they can now have their application checked by a local authority officer before it is sent to us.
Form SET(M) is for migrants who are applying for settlement as the husband, wife, civil partner, unmarried partner or same-sex partner of a British citizen or a person settled in the UK.
it will benefit applicants by checking and returning their valuable documents. It will also reassure them that their application is complete and valid when it is sent to us, avoiding any unnecessary delay.
good news for those who want to keep their passports !
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/si.../13-scs-launch
