6 months ago I returned back to England after living in the Philippines from Oct 2004 - Oct 2008. I have a girlfriend who was living with me since 2006 up until I left to return to England. Since I hae been back I have been supporting her sending money twice a month via Western Union and I have kept all of the slips as well as phoning her daily (spent around £600 on calls) since I have been back.
So I would like to outline my situation and to see what I must do in order for her to have a successful application for her visa as I plan to marry her once she is here. So below is my financial state and living conditions:
1) I have no savings
2) I am currently un-employed due to havaing an operation but although am on sickness benefit will now be looking for full time employment.
3) I am living with my Father but am now looking for a 1 Bed Apartment which whilst I am unemployed the Local council will pay for.
So I would like to know the following:
1) If I were to get a full time job taking home earnings around £170pw, I would still be getting some financial help towards my rent from the local housing Association.
What I am wondering is the following points:
a) Will my earnings be enough for the visa to be accepted?
b) Will the Embassy be able to (and will they) check if I am on any kind of benefits?
c) How long should/do I need to be in employment for in order for her to have a successful application?
d) We have lots of prove that our relationship is real and that we are very much in love. My only concerns is concerning my current financial state and what I must do in order for when we apply for it to be successful.
Also one last question... How much should I be looking to spend on the visa application and interviews etc?
I would very much like help with this and if any other info is needed please ask and I will provide. I am in such a flusture at the moment and am so worried that I will not be able to bring her over and it is hurting us both being apart. Thank you in advance.
