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[Arthur Little]

Sorry, I forgot to mention..I am Filipina married to a wonderful British man who works on a ship and we have a gorgeous daughter. We are living in Manila but we are thinking of moving to England after my husband's contract with the ship expires. So now, we are looking for everything we can possibly learn in order for us, or me mainly, to get a UK visa.

My hubby and I have been together since 2004. He's been working on ships ever since so its alright for us to live here in the Philippines. But about 2 months ago, my mother-in-law phoned me and asked if we could go to England and stay with her because she feels lonely at most times being on her own everyday and would appreciate if we live with her since my husband is always away anyway. Its perfectly ok with my husband but we are not sure how we are going to make the visa application. So our question is, what kind of visa will I apply for and what will be the requirements if it is possible for my mother-in-law to sponsor me and her granddaughter. By the way, my daughter was born in England.

Thank you all in advance for any info you can share.

Ah ... I see my posts have obviously crossed with yours! Well, now ... you'll be looking at how to apply for a Spousal Visa and there's a wealth of information on this site to guide you through the process.

[spring_baby11]

Ah ... I see my posts have obviously crossed with yours! Well, now ... you'll be looking at how to apply for a Spousal Visa and there's a wealth of information on this site to guide you through the process.

I have read some details about spousal visa and it's a bit confusing for me because my husband is not settled in UK but here in the Philippines with me and our daughter. So if we go to England, we will be staying with his mum. Will it be possible for me to apply for a Spousal visa even if my husband's not in UK? and is it ok if his mum will be my sponsor? hubby still have a year and half left with his contract. if i apply for a visa and do get a visa, me and our daughter will go to England first if I get the visa before his contract expires, if not, then we will go all together.

[Arthur Little]

... you'll be looking at how to apply for a Spousal Visa and there's a wealth of information on this site to guide you through the process.

One particulary useful - and relevant - thread is:- "Applying for Fiance'(e) or Spouse Visas - A quick guide" ... compiled by one of our senior members, Ricky R. You'll find it under 'Quick Links' on the navy blue rectangular bar [3rd from the top of this page]. Scroll down with the arrow, and click on 'Today's Posts'.

[spring_baby11]

One particulary useful - and relevant - thread is:- "Applying for Fiance'(e) or Spouse Visas - A quick guide" ... compiled by one of our senior members, Ricky R. You'll find it under 'Quick Links' on the navy blue rectangular bar [3rd from the top of this page]. Scroll down with the arrow, and click on 'Today's Posts'.

Thanks Arthur...I've been really busy lately sorry for the late reply...hello to all again