aor IS MARCH 2017 ? This is very long waiting. My AOr was 22 march 2018 and I have got PPR on 14th August 2018. London Visa office . PNP paper based applicant.
If your IELTS score is valid till December 2018 then why are you being asked again ? I am aware that IELTS is required for business applicants also but the minimum requirement is lower. What was your overall score ? (If you don't mind sharing)
This is positive news. I am connected to paper application Wotsapp group and there are a few applicants with Feb AoR who are still waiting MR but their BG check has started and they have received pre arrival letter.
So, congratulations!
Do they treat Business applications differently ? Any priority over skilled PNP paper applications ?
I mean, people who have done exploratory visits, selected possible businesses for purchase etc may be looking to land as early as possible.