O Visa Renewal In Uk

[Orac]

Sorry if this question has been asked before but I can't put my finger on it.

I have an O Visa issued at Hull which expires on 30th June. Since I will be in the UK at the end of March can I apply for a new visa or do I have to wait for the old one to expire.

Many Thanks

Orac

[lopburi3]

If same Consulate suspect they will cancel and issue a new visa if you still qualify. Be aware rules for issue of non immigrant O visas have changed.

[beano2274]

O based on what?

[susquosh]

I have been granted a new Non-O Visa before expiry of of the previous one by Hull.

[cardholder]

non Imm O visas are valid from the date of issue and each one is regarded as a 'new' visa. There is actually no such thing as a 'renewal'. Over-lapping is normal depending on an individuals travel circumstances and there is no problem in applying before the expiry of an existing visa.

[Lite Beer]

It would all depend on if you qualify for a Non Imm O Visa.

Things have changed since last year.

EDIT.

I think you applied last time based on having a Thai Wife.

You should have no problems this time.

[lopburi3]

You can not have more than one valid visa so if you attempt to obtain a new visa from an office other than the one you used before they may refuse to provide (most would not want to invalidate another Consulates visa). So make sure before travel if this might be a factor. Normally if the same office it will not be a problem.

[Orac]

Looks like the consensus is I should be able to get the existing O Visa (marriage) cancelled at Hull where it was issued and a new 12 month multi entry issued. Only new ruling/change I can see is a requirement for a copy of my Thai wifes ID or passport in addition to the copy Thai Marriage Certificate I had to produce last time.

Many thanks for all your help.

[Lite Beer]

Lots of new rules if you do not have a Thai wife. Something you did not disclose in your OP