Is that the case that they could ‘catch you’ when actually leaving the country? From what I know entry bans do not count when applying for a spouse visa either,so this shouldn’t be an issue? Yes I think no point in pretending the circumstances haven’t happened so would be addressing that and definit...

Thanks for your reply bathanza, I have been reading your posts and your case. Yes it would obviously be less stressful if the application could be done in the UK but what we can see the safest and less risky option would be to return home and apply for spouse visa from there. Obviously very worried ...

They were not documented and no biometric data has ever been taken whilst here. Never used NHS, or claimed any public funds and have never been caught working. Is illegal entry looked on worse than overstay when considering the visa? Thanks

Yes been reading a lot about 320(11)and that’s the only concern as know all other eligibility will be met. From what I can see though 320(11) cannot be used only due to be being illegal entrant, and they would need proof of other aggravating circumstances in addition to this,is this correct? Or can ...

HAve read through all the official documents and information and all other eligibility criteria would be fulfilled,including financial etc. Looking for some feedback from others who have been in similar position with the poor immigration history. Thanks

Hi there, I am trying to get some advice about obtaining a spouse visa for an illegal entrant who has been in the UK for 8 years and now in a committed relationship with British citizen and want to legalise their stay. They have never been caught, applied for asylum and have no criminal convictions ...

In this situation could they refuse you on the basis they simply suspected you had worked since you have been here so long, but they don’t actually have any proof of this? Or would they only be able to refuse under 320(11) if you had actually been caught working?