Haven't been on this forum for quite some time as have been rather unwell to say the least.
My husband applied for EEA2 / RC back in January but the application was returned to us.
(as we had not translated Dutch papers proving I had been employed in the Netherlands, also I didn't have a British passport to submit and yet was applying under Singh!)
We again applied on 06/03/2012 enclosing translations and my new British passport.
Husband received C.O.A dated 20/03/2012 after which he requested our passports be returned and they promptly were.
We have yet to receive any decision and 6 months is fast approaching!
Also, we applied citing EIND and I was receiving Job seeker's allowance from 12/2011 to 03/2012.
From March 2012 I have had some personal and family problems and as a result have been suffering from extreme anxiety attacks and depression for which I am receiving therapy and medication.
Therefore I have been receiving ESA from 03/2012 and although my husband has never received or claimed any benefits I am guessing that my period of illness and claiming benefits will have some negative impact on either his EEA RC or later, EEA Permanent Residence.
If anyone could provide any further information / knowledge on this matter I would sincerely appreciate it.
Many Thanks
Sarah