If you apply through the standard service, you will get a decision within 6 months.
You can get a faster decision if you pay for the super priority service. This costs an additional £1,000 per applicant. Under the super priority service, you receive a decision the day after the biometric appointment – if that day is a weekday – otherwise a decision will be given within two working days of the appointment.
Given the fast pace of change, we would stress that this information is designed to be informative, not advisory and represents our understanding of English law and practice as at the date indicated. We would always recommend that you should seek specific guidance on any particular legal issue.
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