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Should I list my impending conviction on my ACRO application for a DTV visa from the UK?

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Max **********

asked Nov 9, 2026

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Hello I’m going through DTV application changing from my ED visa. I’m a UK citizen and require an ACRO certificate. I have an impending conviction that I go back to the UK for on 7th December. It’s section 20 gbh (silly nightclub incident) over 2 years ago. On my impending convictions section of my acro application should I list it, or would you recommend leaving it out? I’m hoping to get not guilty on the 7th or at most excessive self defense. If I list it will it effect my application, if I don’t list it will it show up and then cause me more damage? Please help me. Appreciate it. 

Max

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A UK citizen is transitioning from an ED visa to a DTV application and needs advice on whether to list an impending conviction for GBH on their ACRO certificate application. The conviction is related to an incident from over two years ago, and the user is expecting a not guilty verdict soon. Responses suggest caution, with some advising to wait until after the verdict to avoid jeopardizing the visa application.

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Barry ******

I would suggest waiting, as it will look bad after the fact.

20 hours ago

Marak *******

Its a month away. You seem to be sure you will be found guilty? If not, just wait til after the verdict. Better not to Jeopardise the visa and wait, even if inconvenient.

a day ago

Max **********

Marak Moore I didn’t want to risk it just in case it doesn’t go my way. But after consideration I think your approach might be best. Thank you

a day ago

Phil ********

Yeah it'll be fine to lie on the application.

This is why they want an ACRO so they know what type of person you are.

A section 20 GBH is not a light offence. I had one 30 years ago and now comes up as "no live trace" which means it's spent.

a day ago

Max **********

But I haven’t been convicted of anything so how can anyone tell what type of a person I am? Like I said I’m confident I will get not guilty. If I had been convicted and was trying to hide it then it’s a different story. Maybe I should wait until after my court date to do the application. I’m trying to be in the UK for as little time as possible.

a day ago

Phil ********

Max Camfield

Yeah that might work. At least you'll know for sure before opening a can of worms.

18 hours ago

เดวิด **********

Firstly I wouldn’t be posting this under your real name. Secondly. If you can get a clean record prior do it and keep quiet’

a day ago

Max **********

เดวิด โรเจอร์ส understood, thanks. But it’s pending conviction and it’s asking me to state any impending convictions… so I’m concerned it will flag up on database even if I don’t put it..

a day ago