CAPE TOWN — 3 November 2025
A UK visa refusal can feel like the end of the road — but for many South Africans, it’s actually a second chance waiting to be handled correctly.
According to Move Up, a leading South African immigration consultancy specialising in UK visas, the majority of refusals they review stem from technicalities, incomplete evidence, or misfiled applications — not from genuine ineligibility.
“We see so many clients who were fully qualified for the visa — they just didn’t present the case correctly,” says Gwen Vermeulen, Move Up’s legal specialist. “In most cases, we can fix it. The key is knowing how to speak the Home Office’s language.”
Move Up’s Refusal Handling Service offers applicants a structured review of their refusal letter, identifies the real reason behind the decision, and outlines a winning reapplication plan.
The team combines UK-trained consultants and legal experise with local, South African accessibility, ensuring that clients don’t just get empathy — they get results.
Why refusals happen
Submitting the wrong visa type
Missing supporting evidence
Weak financial proof
Unclear relationship or employment documentation
Poor explanation of UK intentions
Move Up’s approach focuses on strategy, not emotion. They help clients respond calmly and correctly — and they know exactly how to turn a refusal into a successful reapplication.
“A refusal isn’t a closed door,” adds Move Up founder Ryan Rennison. “It’s just a reminder that the UK takes process seriously. And so do we.”