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UK what
proof do we need to provide of our common
law status when applying for visas? |
Question:
I've secured a job in Canada from here in the UK and am just about to start
the process of visa application.
My girlfriend will be coming with me, and being supported by me until she
finds a job in Canada. My question is, that as we are not married what
proof do we need to provide of our common law status when applying for
visas?
I've looked through the Immigration website and can't find any mention of
this at all!
Answer:
You have to satisfy the officials that you are living as common law. There
is nothing like a primary legal document that could establish your
relationship, you think of all supportive documentation, photographs,
letters etc., to prove that you are common law for a good time.
You should at least attach documents showing joint bank accounts, residence
rent contracts and utility bills in both names and anything else of that
kind what would help you proving that you really live together.
My understanding is that only a spouse (for which there is a specific
description) is allowed to accompany. I don't think your girlfriend
qualifies. The high commission website in London will have the details.
You should be able to document the duration for which you have resided,
and any other evidence of a spousal relationship. These may include
evidence of shared accounts, shared bills, etc.
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