Originally Posted by SQ421

Went to apply for my 5 year "Entry" Visa today at the VFS shopfront and was told they'd need to submit the application to the IHC for "pre approval" before they accept the application by getting me to pay the fees and submit my passport.

When asked more about the pre-approval from IHC I was told because it is a 5 year visa IHC takes a look at the application and VFS if the application can be accepted as is or needs more documentation.

I'd have thought having a cancelled Indian Passport as a proof of "sufficient ties witih India" would've been enough. Now I'll wait and see what (if anything) they come back with or if its just a matter of dropping off my passport, paying the fees and waiting three days.

Anyone else had that exprience?