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PR for an EU citizen - can ex spouse be added to the application

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PR for an EU citizen - can ex spouse be added to the application

Post by Deja123 » Mon Oct 08, 2018 5:59 pm

Hi all,

I'm an EU citizen who's lived in UK for just over 5 years. I'm about to start my PR application online as I intend to apply for UK citizenship.

I was married to a non-EU partner for 8 years but we got a divorce (amicably for the most part) earlier this year. As far as I know he hasn't yet contacted the home office to inform them of the divorce.

He now wants to apply for a PR and needs lots of documents from me, including my passport. In theory, he fits all the requirements for a PR. However, I want to sort out my PR first as I'd rather have that security before Brexit (and I want to apply for a passport next year) and so I'm not willing to give everything to him first. His 5 year residence expires early next year. Also, I'm worried that he hasn't let the home office know about his current situation.

If I do decide to help, is it possible to add an application of an ex partner to my online application?

What are your thoughts and advice on this?

Many thanks!

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Re: PR for an EU citizen - can ex spouse be added to the application

Post by Deja123 » Wed Oct 10, 2018 7:25 am

Hi again, I wonder if anyone has any advice or ideas on this? Your help would be much appreciated!

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Re: PR for an EU citizen - can ex spouse be added to the application

Post by NikiGio » Wed Oct 10, 2018 8:56 am

Hi Deja123

I'm not knowledgeable on EEA-non-EEA divorces and EEA (PR) - but I think Retained Rights of Residence may apply to your ex, unless you were married for the entire 5-year qualifying period, which it sounds like you may not have been.

Have you done a search for 'Retained Rights' and 'divorce' on this forum, online and on HO website?

Hopefully one of the more knowledgeable members/moderators can advise you more.
I am not an immigration lawyer. My comments are opinions, not legal advice.

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