Settlement Visa problem!

[bazzyboi]

I was just wondering if anyone would have any advice for me please?



I have been in the UK since 2003 June, I originally arrived as a visitor but over-stayed my visa. I have now been married (Religious marriage) for 4 years & have a son who is 2. My partner has a son from her previous relationship who is now 5 & for him, I am his dad. I had applied for a settlement visa last November which was rejected because at the time of application I didn't had a leave to remain. I have been going to sign at an Immigration centre every month for nearly a year now. They have now called me & my partner for an Interview but have made it clear that I only have 2 options.


1) Applying for a legacy visa from here as I have been in the country for 7 years & have a settled family life here!


2) They want me to go backhome on my own & apply for a settlement visa then get my partner to travel before the interview date & according to them, this is the easiest & best way in my case as I would get my visa within 3-6 months.


I dont have a problem going backhome but I dont want it to come to a point where then they ask for my partner to work full-time & have some sort of saving before they give me a visa as some people I know have been stuck backhome away from their kids for more than 3 years! It wont be possible for her to work full-time especially with 2 kids. My dad has given me some money to help us which I can show as a saving.



Could you please advise me what would be my best option & what I should do?



Many Thanks for your help!

[rinav]

I'm not an advisor but it's not going to be as easy as they say to get back into the UK. The fact that you have overstayed will be an issue - even though it technically shouldnt be.

Your partner will have to satisfy the accommodation and finance requirement and if she doesn't then it will be a big struggle.

If you have been given the option to apply via the legacy route then take it.

Speak to a qualified advisor and get them to assist you.

Leaving the UK could be a big mistake if you have the option to apply incountry.

[mochyn]

How have you been supporting your family?
Have you been given the right to work in the UK?

[bazzyboi]

Thxs Rinav! My case was being dealt with a solicitor who has let me down big time. If anyone knows of a good solicitor, please let me know!

[sjohnson2]

Thxs Rinav! My case was being dealt with a solicitor who has let me down big time. If anyone knows of a good solicitor, please let me know!

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