'We are living a life of limbo', says Professor on the Ukraine Family Scheme

The transcript describes the challenges faced by a family trying to secure a UK visa for a 15-year-old Ukrainian boy under the Ukrainian family scheme. Despite eligibility, the application process was complex and required extensive paperwork. The family faced difficulties booking an appointment at the Visa Application Center in Dublin, leading them to visit the center directly. After submitting the necessary documents, they experienced delays and uncertainty, with no clear timeline for visa approval. The family is left in limbo, shuttling between Cambridge and Dublin, while the boy remains in an airport hotel, longing for normalcy with his family.

What change in the UK visa scheme made the nephew eligible?

• The age limit was increased.

• The processing time was reduced.

• The scheme was extended to include family members.

• The application fee was waived.

What was the main issue faced when trying to book an appointment at the Visa Application Center?

• The application form was missing.

• There were no available appointments.

• The center was closed for renovations.

• The website was down.

What action did the family take when they couldn't book an appointment?

• They hired a lawyer.

• They applied for a different visa.

• They visited the center directly.

• They contacted the UK government.

How long was the visa processing expected to take?

• 12 to 24 hours

• 24 to 48 hours

• 3 to 5 days

• 1 week

What was the emotional state of the 15-year-old boy during the visa process?

• Excited

• Anxious

• Traumatized

• Indifferent