Extension of Visitor Visa

[skinnybob]

Hello,
Any help/insight much appreciated

My in laws have been given a 2 year multiple entry TRV. However they of course can only stay for six months. We would like to extend their stay past the 6 months for a another 3 months or so and I have a few questions.

It appears that we can apply online to extend the visitor visa

- is it okay if we apply 3 months in advance to extend the visa? (we have a valid reason, we are expecting a child)
- Do they need to exit the country during this process at all? (I have heard conflicting reports on this)

Thanks much for the help

George

 

[Jalex23]

- is it okay if we apply 3 months in advance to extend the visa? (we have a valid reason, we are expecting a child)

No such thing as "extend visitor visa". It is called "extend visitor status".

Too early. Preferably 30-15 days before, no more.

- Do they need to exit the country during this process at all? (I have heard conflicting reports on this)

No.

 

[shakiba]

Shouldn't it be a minimum of 30 days before? 15-30 days is too late. be careful.

 

[Jalex23]

Shouldn't it be a minimum of 30 days before? 15-30 days is too late. be careful.

No.

Applications submitted before 30 days are sometimes rejected and advised to reapply when the expiry date is closer