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What does the UKVI mean by genuine & subsisting relationship

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Introduction: Genuine & Subsisting Relationship

What does UKVI means by genuine & subsisting relationship while assessing applications for a UK Spouse or UK Unmarried Partner Visas for Entry Clearance?

  • Officers often have to assess between a genuine & subsisting relationship, given the increase in sham marriages for UK Spouse Visa and UK Unmarried Partner Visa purposes
  • The number of section 24/24A reports received by the UK Home Office increased from 344 in 2008 to 1,891 in 2012

What is a sham marriage?

  • UKVI defines sham marriages as a marriage or civil partnership entered into for immigration advantage by two people who are not a genuine couple
  • A sham marriage or civil partnership is to be distinguished from a marriage or civil partnership entered into by a genuine couple where it may be convenient for immigration or other reasons for the couple to be married or be civil partners

Genuine & Subsisting Relationship Meaning

  • When evaluating an application the caseworkers take in to account the religious and cultural practices for instance in an arranged marriage
  • They wouldn’t expect a couple to have spent any time together prior to the marriage
  • Further they would check if evidence of cohabitation and joint living has been provided
  • If there are any children together or any joint financial responsibilities, e.g. a bank account or any investments
  • In all cases, the decision is based on whether it is a genuine & subsisting relationship, and all the available evidence, taking in account all of the circumstances of the application

How can The SmartMove2UK be of help to you?

  • At The SmartMove2UK our UK immigration lawyers and experts work with couples to present the best possible evidence of their genuine & subsisting relationship
  • If you have any queries regarding presenting the relevant evidence, you can book an appointment with our UK Immigration Expert by calling +91 98191 27002 or email us at info@smartmove2uk.com to book an appointment
  • You can find our UK immigration law firm presence in India (Mumbai | Delhi | Bengaluru)

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