Not an expert in your situation but if you have further leave to remain as a spouse , you do not have access to public funds. I assume with discretionary leave extension this might be different, I don't know. As a spouse you can apply for ILR after 5 years but as a non-spouse would have to continue ...
The link suggests that it might be necessary to get the permission of the person at the end of the phone before releasing the recording. As I read it you don't need to let anyone know they are being recorded. My suggestion is that you send a transcript of the conversation (word for word) but make it...
Sounds to me that you need to apply for a marriage visit visa. Arrangements can be made in advance to book an interview with the registrar but with improved communication between the Registrars and the Border Force, it is quite possible that you might be bundled onto the next plane home as you admit...
There is no formal right of appeal (or very limited ones) but you can write or email them to point out the mistake. There is no guarantee that the decision would be corrected. The alternative would be to reapply bringing particular attention to the relevant document. Nothing wrong with suggesting it...
To the best of my knowledge an IS96 allows someone to legally stay in the UK but is only an alternative to detention. It does not mean that the person has legally entered the UK but is in a state of 'limbo. My wife and stepdaughter were issued with them when they visited using the remains of the mar...
Thanks a lot for your reply! I am just not sure how I am going to be able to prove later when applying for a settlement visa, let's say after a year or two, that it was all unplanned. Do you know of anyone getting away like that? I would be too happy to go there in few weeks and get married legally...
I would still check with another EU country, France would be logical as it is very easy to travel to the Netherlands from there. If another country accepts the travel document enter that country and move on to where you want to be. The rules state either apply in the country of entry or the one wher...
Under EU freedom of movement rules a spouse does not actually need a visa if travelling with or to an EU citizen. The problems arise when he or she tries to board a plane, ferry or train. Have you tried contacting airlines etc to see if they will accept the travel document? You will have to be prepa...
Reapply but only if you can cover the original points that led to the initial refusal. Make sure the application is complete as the new application will be stand alone!
When my wife applied for one, it was the same cost as a standard visit visa. This thread has gone round in circles so I reiterate for the benefit of the OP, there are no short cuts, no converting visit visas in country, no way round the income requirements nor ways round the cost of a settlement vis...
There is one other possibility but it will not allow you to work. You are able to visit the UK (not work) on a visit visa (or visa waiver) and if you then decide you wish to marry during the visit this is now acceptable. It will not change the fact that you are still on a visit visa and would not be...
As long as your husband qualifies for a visa and can demonstrate it clearly in the application then he will be issued with a visa. If the visa is for a genuine reason, is affordable and there are good reasons to return before the visa runs out then there is no reason at all for a refusal. It is poss...
Reasons to return - property ownership, employment, settled family life (can be of limited value as in many cultures it is not unusual for family members to seek employment abroad, leaving children with relatives). Not always an easy thing to demonstrate to sufficient ties to the home country. If it...
Other than the limited circumstances stated in other posts there has been no right of appeal for general visitor visas for some time. More recent changes have just brought family visas into line with general visitor visas. Pointless appealing so reapply covering the points that led to the rejection....
I suspect the biggest obstacle is persuading the Entrance Clearance Officer of reasons to return. If the sponsor is paying for the visit and can demonstrate affordability the visitors income may not be that critical. To get a visitor visa the applicant has to demonstrate to the ECO's satisfaction th...
There is no right of appeal for visit visas. Your mothers credibility will have taken a heck of a knock. A weeks visit becomes 5 months! You would need to provide a heck of a justification for the reason the visit duration changed so much. Not many visas would be issued for a 5 month stay without ex...
As long as you have the acceptance letter from the Home Office I would not jump straight into the pocket of an immigration solicitor. Send an email or letter (read receipt or recorded delivery) asking for an explanation without delay. The ceremony has to be within the required period but if it is a ...
Generally it is the date of the postmark that is taken as the application date. http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/studying/adult-students/applying-inside-uk/when-to-apply/ Click on the section 'What is the date of your application'. Worth sending it 'special post' and keep the rece...
There is no formal assessment for visa purposes. It is important to provide 'evidence' of the violence in the form of Police and/or medical reports for example. It is difficult to prove many cases of DV because most happens in private. If the applicant has been assisted by a refuge or charity this c...
Had my ceremony today at Hillsborough Castle, in the Throne room - 43 applicants, a record for NI. What a venue, absolutely stunning. Whole thing took 45 mins, and after gave packs including passports applications Nice to know some Councils do take the time and give out good service, I had a privat...
It is the norm to accept the date of postmark to be the application date. Worth getting a certificate of posting from the Post Office or better send by tracked post.
As I read it the £100 booking fee is not in addition but is part of the £375 application in person fee. Correct me if I am wrong! If the car breaks down or the train is late then you could lose £100. I presume you can still book multiple appointments if you wish but then cancel so it may not prevent...
