Middle of last year, 2019, when the changes on how to submit supporting documents for UK settlement visa applications took effect. Chaos and confusion ensued amongst those affected, as expected. I was quite 'fortunate' enough not to get embroiled in this 'mess' as my own application, though straightforward was a bit of a stress-laden one.... Continue Reading →
ctto You all know by now that if you hold a UK spouse visa, there are immigration rules that you need to take heed - strictly - or risk losing it! One of the restrictions which surrounds the spouse visa is the 'no recourse to public funds' rule. It's a bugger but you can't really... Continue Reading →
Applying for a spouse visa is quite, if not very daunting for most of us for the mere reason that it's full of technicalities. The amount of evidence to prove the application is tricky and sometimes just overwhelming but hey ho! We do what needs to be done. There's no exact checklist for a spouse... Continue Reading →
My husband and I went on a holiday, well, mainly to attend a friends' wedding, in the Philippines. We were there for 15 days and had a great time meeting and visiting family and friends. It was really heartwarming seeing them again after 10 months of being in the UK. I almost forgot how it... Continue Reading →
Many would say that obtaining a UK visit visa is like a camel going through the eye of a needle; just a gargantuan task and a scary one at that. But in all honesty, it isn't that bad at all. I am not a solicitor and I don't claim I know everything but I am... Continue Reading →
Owning a bank account in the UK is more of a MUST, a NEED, rather than a whim or just for the sake of savings. But unfortunately for some of us, it is quite a hurdle to get one. There are lots of requirements asked for by the banks or financial institutions and one of... Continue Reading →
The ability to drive a car here in the UK is almost as important as breathing. I believe knowing how to drive a car gives someone the freedom to be everywhere and anywhere really. It gives off an impression of being independent and reliable. It also gives easy mobility especially when you're working or looking... Continue Reading →
Spreading good vibes on a cold and damp Saturday morning. 🏴🇬🇧 A blanket of beauty and colours in the waning winter time. 🌱🌷 Spring has sprung! 🤩🤩🤩
The minimum financial requirement of £18600 is probably etched in the minds of those who are and have applied for a UK settlement visa. The financial burden, the complex circumstance you and your spouse may have that has a direct effect to your spouse visa application and the uncertainty if your application is going to... Continue Reading →
Now that you've got your most coveted UK spouse visa, I bet you're just over the moon and can't wait to book that flight and pack your things, if you haven't yet, and just be with the love of your life! Sounds pretty easy peasy lemon squeezy, eh? To be honest, being issued a spouse... Continue Reading →
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