Quote Originally Posted by songz777 View Post
Can any of you help me to confirm this.

Date of application is when the visa fee is paid.
Yes.

Quote Originally Posted by songz777 View Post
AND
Does my wife book an appointment then pay on line or Pay online then they set a date?
Appoinment after online payment is usual.

John,

Take a look at this UKBA webpage called Applying for a UK visa in the Philippines

You'll see that it's stated :-

complete your application form, pay your visa application fee and booked your appointment all online before you attend one of our visa application centres...
So you can see the sequence.

If needed you can very easily re-schedule the appointment etc

Take a look here at the UKBA webpage called Booking an appointment in the Philippines

Follow the link to here - Book an appointment

John if you have any concerns or worries please do phone VFS. Many members who have done so say they are very helpful.

Here's the VFS webpage for contact details - Enquiries – VFS call centre

Here's the VFS webpage for Additional Services (optional)

This is where you'll find details of the VFS Application Centre VIP premium lounge service

Hope this helps.

Hopefully other members will be able to post their comments soon to give you the best range of experience