§ Mr. Tony LloydTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs how long it takes for cases to be processed from the results of DNA testing being received to visas being issued.
§ Mr. Lennox-BoydIf no considerations apply other than the question of relationship, applicants are called in to collect their visas within 14 days of positive DNA test results being received. Posts endeavour to process maintenance and accommodation requirements, where necessary, on the papers submitted. Applicants previously refused entry clearance on relationship grounds and now over the qualifying age limit for settlement, are invited for interview within three months. These cases are then referred to the Home Office for consideration under the Home Secretary's concession announced to Parliament on 14 June 1989.