Hello Stuart. You would need to apply for a NON-QUOTA IMMIGRANT VISA, check http://www.philemb.org.uk/ for more info.

Who are qualified to apply for the visa?

A foreign national married to a Filipino national may apply for the visa provided that he is able to prove that :

(1) he contracted a valid marriage with a Filipino citizen;

(2) the marriage is recognized under existing Philippine laws;

(3) there is no record of any derogatory information against the applicant from relevant law enforcement agencies;

(4) he/she is of good physical and mental health; and (5) he/she has sufficient funds to support his/her family.

Documentary Requirements

Three (3) original copies of the application form (FA Form No.3) duly accomplished and signed

Three (3) original copies of the medical report form (FA Form No.11) with:

· Original and 2 photocopies of laboratory report
· Chest x-ray film (11’x17’)
· Certification from the General Medical Council that the Doctor who signed the medical report is duly registered to practise medicine in the United Kingdom

Six (6) passport photographs (4.5cm x 3.5cm)

Original and three (3) photocopies of evidence of financial capacity (e.g. bank statements; pension benefits statement; title to properties, etc.)

Three (3) photocopies of the Philippine passport or birth certificate of Filipino spouse duly authenticated by the Philippine National Statistics Office (www.e-census.com.ph or www.census.gov.ph)

Original and three (3) photocopies of marriage certificate

For applicants with prior marriage/s: Submit the original and three (3) photocopies of proof of dissolution of the prior marriage/s (e.g. death certificate, annulment order, etc.)

Original and three (3) photocopies of the birth certificate/s of unmarried minor child/ren

Original and three (3) photocopies of a “Certification of Good Moral Character” from an applicant’s employer or parish priest or any person of good standing in the community

Current passport of the applicant with at least six (6) months validity

Application fee of One Hundred Eight Pounds (GBP108.00) in Cash or Postal Money Order

Applicant must schedule an appointment with the visa officer and submit the above documents. On the same day, a consul will interview the applicant and inform him/her of the decision on his/her application.