Visa Denied - what to do

[Arthur Little]

well the ECM overturned the ECO decision
thanks to all here for the help.

Great news, Paul ... and belated

[kcnao]

HI PAUL,

first of all, Congratulations Paul. That's great news to get the spouse visa...

I would like to have some advises from you as I have the same problem as my wife s spouse VISA has been refused based on the possibility of recourse to public funds.

The application was rejected on the 1st dec 2010, and we appeal on the 11th Dec with all the support documents. First of all, the ECO didnt even look at the marriage certificate carefully which is a duplicate copy with a offical stamp at the back of it.... and the ECO thinks it is a photocopies.. and thinks our marriage is not real.. Secondly, they think I will access to public funds as I only work for part-time... however I do have over £10K of saving.

You mentioned you have contacted with the ECM ( Mr Hill )in Manila, is it worth it to contact him directly? or should I ask for help from local MP to proof I havent been on benefits in my life.

It is a pain to be seperated with my wife and It is stressful as you could imagine. Is it any other ways to speed up the decision? Obviously, I dont want this to go to the first -tier tribual.... as it is going to take a long time.

Your advises are much appreciated.

regards
KC