Hi there...

I would ask the employer to confirm this in writing and use a sticky post it type thing to highlight the advanced payment received.

It's possible that the email was sent in error and as a result was recalled - hence why it 'disappeared'. Hopefully the application is being considered but just an error on their part.

Most recent bank statement and pay slip need to be within 28 days of the date the application was paid for.

As you have been in both jobs for 6 months you could use Cat A.
It would be better to show the non salaried formula to clearly demonstrate that you meet the income requirement - I used a spreadsheet of my weekly pay for the six month period then the sum at the bottom.

If you are able to renew I would so as it be evidence the accommodation is secure for a specific amount of time.

They may question the distance between the house you share with your brother and your job if you use that address, so stick with where you actually reside if it's ok for your wife to join you there. You just need the agreement and written agreement from your landlord for your wife to join you.

Ok, so letter from her and evidence of her property ownership or a tenancy agreement.
Not sure why you have been advised not to show the council tax bill, it's not an essential document but many provide it as additional evidence of accommodation.

As long as you both on the council tax bill I don't think it matters who it's addressed to.
You will need the tenancy agreement and a letter from your landlord agreeing to your spouse also moving in.

If you earn the necessary amount you can apply now with the job offer. Yes it's difficult to provide specific dates for anything post-application because you just don't know, but I would speak to the employer, they may be flexible given the immigration side of things. Many people opt for the sponsor...

If the spouse visa is the correct route then you gather the same financial documents required but for the 6 or 12 months prior to maternity leave.

Your landlord needs to confirming their consent to your spouse joining you, size of the property and that your contract is currently rolling. Make sure they include all their contact details just in case. You may not need the inspection report as that's usually required if there's more than just the...

Was it not made clear during the online process? My understanding is that for countries who are now processing settlement applications in Sheffield, the applicant must send ALL documents there. The exception is if it's a priority application, then the local office processes it. As I thought as well...

Was it not made clear during the online process?

My understanding is that for countries who are now processing settlement applications in Sheffield, the applicant must send ALL documents there. The exception is if it's a priority application, then the local office processes it.

Yazzy wrote:Why not? Isn't category A non salaried
So add the 6 months pay then devide by 6 and then times by 12

Check your figures using this calculation. You don't meet the requirements with just his salary. You will need to gather documentation for your rental income and/or savings also.

For my husband's FLR application I included EDF bills i had printed myself. Looked exactly like the letters I used to get. If you are not 100% certain about doing this then do as Seagul suggested.

My understanding is that any prior refusal regardless of category means an applicant is not eligible for priority service. It won't be an issue as such in regards to decision-making, just that you will have wasted money on a service you're likely not to receive. It is the same with in-country applic...

If payroll is outsourced they can still provide the letter but stamped is fine.

Payslips sent electronically need to be stamped or an additional letter from employer authenticating them.
Bank statements sent by post do not need any further authentication.

I would suggest you look into ways of getting your bank statements within enough time or an alternative account for the purposes of your next application, just to ensure your application prep runs smoothly then. I learnt from all the running around I did for my husband's initial entry application an...

If you can get a letter to confirm then great. If not, I'm sure explaining it in the additional information section will suffice though.

I have not got any experience in regards to overstaying, however since looking into immigration for my husband over the years, I have seen a number of couples take this route and be successful. As long as you are transparent about the overstaying, my understanding is they will assess the application...

You have listed quite a few positive factors which could encourage Home Office to believe he will return to Jamaica, however the harsh reality is Jamaica is one of those countries that has a poor record in regards to UK immigration so there is always that negative bias as soon as they see an applica...

I can't answer your question regarding the English test but hopefully someone else will confirm. Firstly, ask your parents to provide a supporting letter to state that you live with them rent free and explain what you have said about saving for house. Secondly, make sure you provide satisfactory pro...

The most recent financial documents have to be within 28 days of whenever the application was paid for. That's what I recall reading that back in 2013 and have stuck to that with my husband's extension done same day last year and had no issues. I can't remember how long between payment and appointme...

You can use your income. You may want to mention that she is employed but for the purposes of the application you are using your income if you want to give a full picture but they won't question it if you dont.