another holiday, another application for visa

after 4 years, martin is going back home to england and this time with me in tow. i'm sure it's going to be fun but as usual, going somewhere outside philippines for me means applying for a visa.

like the first time i applied for nz visitor visa, the requirements listed on the british website seems pretty straightforward - i just need to prove that i am a genuine tourist (meaning i will not work or stay there illegally) and that i have sufficient fund to support my stay.

although just this early, the website is already contradicting itself. it says, no personal visit will be entertained so i need to post my application but on the online form, asked how i want to lodge my application, the only option is 'in person'. it also says i should include the stamped biometric appointment confirmation form with my application and supporting documents. all is good with that if they gave me any stamped form when i had my biometric data taken. but they didn't. oh well. let's just hope for the best.