Greenie wrote:What does this have to do with UK immigration? would suggest you post in the US section.

This is the US section isn't it...if not, can someone link me to it?

Hi all,

Just out of interest, what is the difference between the US K3 spouse Visa and Green Card? Seems like Green Card is much easier way of getting into the US...

Just certify have the copies certified. I can't see why you're considering risking the application for a solicitor's fee of a few pounds. Walk into your nearest solicitor and ask if they provide this service. It would be unusual if they didn't. On the UKBA page (from the link you were given) did yo...

So this contact page is useless!

http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/about ... -services/

I cannot seem to find a contact number for anything if I am a sponsor, trying to ask about certified information- arrrgh!!!

wow- didn't realise I'd fuel such a healthy debate, haha!

So what the general consensus then for those applying for a UK Spouse visa, originally from the states? I'm getting the impression certified copies are better?

And, call me stupid, but what does ECO stand for, in relation to Britain?

From any solicitor. Usually you can walk into any high street firm and ask at reception for a solicitor to certify a document for you. They will take a copy and stamp it to say that they certify that it is a true copy of the original. It takes minutes Can you recommend a good solicitors to go to- b...

From any solicitor. Usually you can walk into any high street firm and ask at reception for a solicitor to certify a document for you. They will take a copy and stamp it to say that they certify that it is a true copy of the original. It takes minutes The Post office do a similar thing apparently- ...

Greenie wrote:You don't need your birth certificate. Assuming you are British a certified copy of the details page of your passport is all you need as evidence of your identity/nationality. Don't send a normal copy and don't send the actual passport.

How do I get a certified copy of British passport?

Where in the official guidance does it ask for the sponsor's birth certificate? The passport copy must be legally certified. A standard copy won't be accepted. Perhaps Im getting confused- can u link me to the page where it specifies a sponsor's requirements- I was going off UKBA website. Sorry for...

Greenie wrote:whose birth certificates?

If you don't have a tenancy agreement, then why are you sending one?

My birth certificate- it asks for that kind of proof for the sponsor.

Also, do we have to send our passport, or can we send a standard copy of that?

no - do not send standard photocopie0s. If you don't want to have to pay for a solicitor or notary public to certify the documents then send the originals. what documents are you referring to exactly? Birth certificates, Tenenacy agreement (since I live with parents in rented house, I don't have th...

Hey all, I just had a few small questions, regarding the application process: 1) With all the documentation that we use (such as sponsors birth certificate), do we have to send over ALL the originals, or can we make just copies? [I'm a little reluctant to send over original documents of some stuff,...

Hey all, I just had a few small questions, regarding the application process: 1) With all the documentation that we use (such as sponsors birth certificate), do we have to send over ALL the originals, or can we make just copies? [I'm a little reluctant to send over original documents of some stuff, ...

Hi there,

I was wondering if anyone had a good link to an easy-to-ready checklist for all the supporting documents one would needs to apply for a UK Spouse visa. MY American Wife is getting ready to apply, but isn't 100% sure of all the things she needs.

Many thanks in advance.

NEW QUESTION: Passports-

Does it matter which passport she uses to apply? Her current one has her maiden name in it- does she need to upgrade to one with her new last name>?

sushdmehta wrote:Please don't make multiple posts on the same topic.

ok, but they are different questions....

Your wife will apply for a Spouse settlement visa, which under current regulations will grant her a 27 month probationary term before she is able to apply for permanent residence - ILR. If proposed changes to the Immigration rules are implemented, the probationary period would increase to 5 years b...

Hi all,

So currently looking to bring my US Wife over to the UK to live with me.

I assume we would have to apply for the Spouse Visa and not the Indefinate leave to remain? I assume that comes later on?

Thanks all!

hi guys, Wow- this is awesome! Thanks for great feedback. Carlyann, what service did you use to get the documents checked? (Was it UK or USA based?) I am currently looking over the requirements on the UKBA website- here's a perhaps trivial question. Does my US Wife need to fill out all the paperwork...

If it is a straight forward application then I'm sure you can prepare it yourself. Having said that I know of people who's situations were ''complex'' and were still successful without paying someone. Also, applicants from countries such as America tend to be scrutinised less so in my personal opin...

Hi all, So looking to get hold of a UK spouse visa for my American wife. We are trying to decide whether to apply ourselves, or seek help from a 3rd party company. They seem to be even more expensive than the cost of the visa itself, but at the same time, we want to make sure our visa is approved fi...

You only have to provide your bank statements for them to see if you live within your means. Assuming you are not a cash paid worker who does not bank his money, your salary will be credited into your bank account on a monthly basis and this money will then service all your other expenditure. If it...

After accommodation costs have been accounted for (deducted from the net or not applicable because you live with family), a sponsor and applicant in your circumstances need to have net disposable income of at least 483 per month to pay for the remainder of your living expenses. However, then you ha...

Lucapooka wrote:You more than meet the financial maintenance requirements by a substantial margin. Stop worrying and apply for the visa.

Excellent! Out of interest, is there is set amount for this financial maintenance requirement, or does it depend on an individual case-by-case analysis?

Sadly, my current income could not comfortably ensure this Have you confirmed this or are you assuming? What is your net income after you have paid your accommodation expenses? Do you or her have savings? Do you have family who might step up to help you? That fact that she may need to work immediat...