finace visa or spouse visa

[jolyon]

I am trying to figure out the best way to get my filipina GF to uk. I intend to marry her so a fiance visa is not a problem and I think I understand the procedure. what i dont understand is the spouse visa requirements for UKBA. if i got married to her in the Philippines and then returned myself to uk, and then she has to apply for a spouse visa. UKBA say you have to show evidence of living together as man and wife for 2 years. does this mean i would have to stay in the philiipines for 2 years and live with her? this is not possible for me therefore is the only way for her to come to uk via a finace visa?

[Terpe]

Hi jolyon,

Please don't take any offence, but it seems you'd greatly benefit by reviewing a couple of forum threads here to help with your understanding of your options and hopefully to help with your final decision making consideration

May I kindly suggest these threads (just click on the links):-

Fiance(e) Visa or Spouse Visa? Which is best?

All New Guide - How to apply for a Fiance Visa

All New Guide - How to apply for a Spouse/Partner Visa

Take this journey step-by-step, don't be shy to ask as many questions as you want.

Solely in terms of visa application process and requirements there not much difference between Fiance and Partner(spouse)

Hope this will help you.

[jolyon]

thanks very much Terpe-very useful guides