getting married soon!

[Terpe]

Oh... thank you for the advice guys... I admit I am a bit disappointed that it sounds like applying for a fiancee visa is not the best thing to do because for the last week or so, this is what has been in my head- that we are going to apply for a fiancee visa and we will be together much sooner than if we are to apply for a spousal visa. I appreciate all the advice and if there is anything else you can share with us, would be highly appreciated.

No-one is saying Fiance(e) visa is not best or otherwise.
Just that in your case, you need to understand that the application requirements for Fiance(e) and Spouse are the same.
Also that the processing for both is the same 'settlement route'. No time advantage for Fiance(e).

You and your Fiance need to research and understand the UKBA requirements.

[DAnn]

Hi Terpe!

yes we have done a little bit of reading and been asking friends too. the requirements are the same, we understand. but did you know that the NSO issued marriage certificate takes from 3 months to 6 months from the day you file your marriage papers until it is released (after the wedding or as soon as possible you may file it for NSO records)? the NSO-issued marriage certificate is one requirement for spousal visa. that will prove you are married. while if you are applying for a fiancee visa, provided you are not married yet of course, you do not need to wait for this NSO-issued marriage certificate but just need to submit evidence of the relationship and the genuine intention to marry in the UK within the 6 months given (fiancee visa)