Category Archives: Civil Partners

Spouse Entry Clearance Refusals

Posted on May 31, 2012 by

We have recently seen an increase in refusals from people who have applied for entry clearance as a Spouse based on the fact that they failed “to demonstrate compelling evidence of a genuine and subsisting relationship.” Where a couple have … Continue reading →

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Bennett’s Blog- English Tests are lawful

Posted on December 16, 2011 by admin

The High Court has ruled that the English Language Requirement for spouses and partners of those settled in the UK is lawful. Mr Justice Beatson dismissed the case brought by Mrs Chapti on the basis that it is not disproportionate … Continue reading →

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Changes to the English language requirement for partners from 18 July 2011

Posted on July 6, 2011 by admin

The UKBA introduced an English language requirement on 29 November 2010 for non-EEA nationals applying for leave to enter or remain in the UK as the spouse, civil partner fiancé(e), proposed civil partner, unmarried partner or same-sex partner.  The requirement … Continue reading →

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Crime doesn’t pay

Posted on March 23, 2011 by admin

The UK Border Agency released a Statements of Changes to the Immigration Rules on 16 March 2011. As well as detailing changes to be made to work based routes they also introduced new requirements for Spouses or Civil Partners obtaining … Continue reading →

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Life after a spouse or civil partner visa application has been approved…

Posted on January 21, 2011 by admin

It is always a great sense of relief for couples once a spouse or visa application has been approved.  Couples often feel the strain when preparing an application in ensuring that all correct documents have been submitted.  If there has … Continue reading →

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Prenuptial agreements

Posted on November 11, 2010 by admin

We receive a fair number of equiries from civil partners and spouses concerning the validity of prenuptial agreements. Whilst we do not advise on family law, we have to keep up to date on matters which can affect our clients … Continue reading →

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