Hello everyone!


I lodged my General Visit Visa application a week ago. I believe I included necessary docs needed including full medical certicate, police check, and proof of relationship to my partner, etc. To date, 8 working days had passed. I received 2 emails stating that they received my application and a Case Officer is already assigned to review my application. It's stated on the email that the CO will contact me if there are important matters to discuss about my application within 10 working days. To date, I haven't received any phone calls or email from my CO. I am now starting to worry about the outcome. Does "no news" really means "good news"?

Do they normally advise an applicant right away or within the 10 working days timeframe if the Visa was refused? Or they wait until the 10th day period to deliver the news. Would it be thru email or via phone call. Does a General Visit Visa require an interview? Will I be able to appeal with the decision if my Visa application is declined?

Thank you very much in advance for your response.