Terpe,

Thanks for the advice, I will certainly spend more time researching visa rules and tactics on this forum.

Is there a list of OISC registered advisers on this site or a link to such a list?

I am hoping to get the visa sorted out sooner rather than later so my friend can visit in November/ December once I get back from USA. If she likes it here and our relationship grows stronger then I am planning to visit her ( and importantly her extended family most of whom have now friended me on Facebook!) next year.

But I am sure when I take her around Scotland, from the Borders to the Highlands she will love this beautiful country as much as I do.

Thx again to everyone on the Forum for being so generous with your time and advice.

Gman