UK Spouce VISA for Japanese wife

Casa wrote: ↑

Wed Jun 07, 2017 2:49 am

taddo12 wrote:I am in the process of marrying my Japanese fiancé in Japan at the local ward office before our wedding ceremony in October, so that we can submit her VISA application as soon as possible, and would like to know what documents are required.

I've searched the forums already and understand that the following is necessary, however if anyone knows of anything else please let me know.

Marriage certificate (both sponsor and applicant) Why two separate marriage certificates?
Birth certificate (sponsor and applicant) Not required
Proof of sufficient funds to support us both financially Minimum income of £18,600 p.a OR £65,500 in savings held in an accessible account for at least 6 months. Only savings over £16,000 will qualify to make up any shortfall in the £18,600 p.a income
Proof of her past employment and current resumes to prove that she intends to work in the U.K. Not required
Sponsor and Applicant introduction letters Only letter from Sponsor required
Proof of relationship (4 years' of Facebook photos?) You'll need more proof than this.

Thank you in advance for any help you can provide

Unless qualifying with savings alone, you need to submit your last 6 months payslips + the corresponding bank statements.
Proof of adequate accommodation available on your wife's arrival in the UK.
Divorce absolute certificate if either of you have been married before.
She will need A1 English from an UKVI approved test provider unless she holds a degree taught in English. If the degree was awarded outside of the UK, a NARIC ELA (Red Route) will be required.
In addition to the £1496 visa fee you will have to pay the £600 NHS surcharge

CR001 wrote: ↑

Mon Sep 04, 2017 11:34 am

Any documents that are not in English MUST be officially translated and verified. HO can and do check the credentials of translators some times. So no, you cannot do it yourselves.

taddo12 wrote: ↑

Fri Jan 05, 2018 12:47 am

CR001 wrote: ↑

Mon Sep 04, 2017 11:34 am

Any documents that are not in English MUST be officially translated and verified. HO can and do check the credentials of translators some times. So no, you cannot do it yourselves.

CR001 Any response on the below would be much appreciated