ILR SET(O) - cohabitation proof when not in uk

[t2ilr]

I am applying for ILR using SET (O) with my two dependents 1/ wife and 2/ daughter.

As per guideline I am suppose to submit cohabitation proof for at least two year, my wife was out of UK on maternity leave for 11 month. During my wife’s absence I was leaving at same address and my wife’s official communication (maternity pay slips/bank statement) use to come at same address.

My query:
Can I include any official document as a proof of cohabitation when my wife was not in UK (i.e. 11 month on maternity leave)? OR I have to submit 2 years proof when my wife was physically present in UK?

Many thanks in advance.

[t2ilr]

Please can some one help!

[uksettlement]

you can include anything tht you have for 2 years. Doesnt matter if your wife went away after coming and living with you in the UK as absences are allowed.

[t2ilr]

Many thanks for reply!

1. Can long absent like 11 month will be OK for dependent?
2. I am planning to include P60, bank statement and salary slip as a proof of cohab when wife was away will that be sufficient?

Has someone gone through the same situation then please comment.