New here, need your help

[joey g]

Hi everyone!

Before I do apply, I really hope you guys can tell me if the following are already enough to hopefully get the approval for my unmarried partner visa application.

English Language Requirement - I have already passed my IELTS exam with total band score of 7.

Accommodation - My partner is moving to a new rental this Wednesday and told him to have the contract
indicate that I will be allowed to join him in the rented unit. The space is adequate
to accommodate both of us.

Financial Requirement : bank statement and letter indicating that the statement is authentic and is
under my partners name
: payslips - 6 months (if we file in February) covering August - January
: certification from employer of his employment including all needed data

* Note: if I understood it right, we will have to satisfy the income requirement of at least £18,600. Since he is under a non-salaried job - as he is paid on an hourly basis - we will have to compute it and ensure the required amount is met.


Proof of relationship : been together for 13 years already, emails, photos, facebook posts and
messages, money transfers, etc. ( our photos are from 2002 - 2013 )
: sworn statement from my partners mother and sister in law stating that we
have been together for 13 years ( even have family pictures with the in laws
during special occasions)
: sworn statement from my brother, our neighbour also stating that they have
known us as a couple for the years indicated
: letter from me and my partner separately stating the details of our relationship

Note: Although he is still legally married here in the Philippines, they have been separated for 13 years already. I have read that despite not having his marriage here in the Philippines annulled, applying as an unmarried partner, this will not be a problem as long as we can really prove the authenticity of our relationship (hope I'm right)

Of course I will have to undergo the TB Test before submitting my application.

With all that I've mentioned above, can anybody please tell me honestly if we stand a chance of having our application approved? We just want to do it right the first time.

I would really appreciate any feedback from you guys.

Thank you.

[Terpe]

English Language Requirement - I have already passed my IELTS exam with total band score of 7.

That sounds great. Just be aware that a 'total band' score doesn't count with UKVI
They'd be looking for a score of 4 for each of the mandatory modules. Hope that's what you meant.

Accommodation - My partner is moving to a new rental this wed and told him to have the contract
indicate that I will be allowed to join him in the rented unit. The space is adequate to accommodate both of us.

Would be a good idea to also include written details of the accommodation if not already included in the rental agreement.

Financial Requirement : bank statement and letter indicating that the statement is authentic and is under my partners name
: payslips - 6 months (if we file on feb) covering August - January
: certification from employer of his employment including all needed data

* Note: if understood it right, we will have to satisfy the income requirement of at least 18,600. Since he is under a non-salaried job, since he is paid on an hourly basis, we will have to compute it and the required amount is met.

Which category do you intend to apply under?

Do be aware that both payslips and bank statements need to cover the same financial period. Maybe I misunderstood but it seemed as though only one bank statement would be submitted.
As Harry mentions, the £18600 income threshold will cover yourself only. It will not cover visa applications for children.

Proof of relationship : been together for 13 years already, emails, photos, facebook post and messages, money transfers, etc. ( our photos are from 2002 - 2013 )
: sworn statement from my partners mother and sister in law stating that we have been together for 13 years ( even have family pictures with the in laws during special occassions)
:sworn statement from my brother, our neighbor also stating that they have known us as a couple for the years indicated
: letter from me and my partner separately stating the details of our relationship

Note: Although he is still legally married here in the Philippines, they have been separated for 13 years already. I have read that despite not having his marriage here in the Philippines annulled, applying as an unmarried partner, this will not be a problem as long as we can really prove the authenticity of our relationship (hope i'm right)

The unmarried partner visa requires that you submit documentary evidence that you have been living together with your partner for at least two years in a relationship similar to marriage.

Hopefully this aspect is adequately covered?

[Terpe]

Note: Although he is still legally married here in the Philippines, they have been separated for 13 years already. I have read that despite not having his marriage here in the Philippines annulled, applying as an unmarried partner, this will not be a problem as long as we can really prove the authenticity of our relationship (hope I'm right)

Yes, you're right. Based solely on what you've shared you appear to be in a position to meet the requirements.

Out of curiosity, what is the reason why your partner has not filed for divorce here in England ?

[joey g]

Hi Terpe,

As for our letters, does it have to be an affidavit or sworn statements notatized or a handwritten letter from each of us will do? Or will a printed letter with our signatures affixed on them suffice?

Thank you

[Terpe]

Hi Terpe,

As for our letters, does it have to be an affidavit or sworn statements notatized or a handwritten letter from each of us will do? Or will a printed letter with our signatures affixed on them suffice?

Thank you

Hi joey g,

If you haven't already done so may I kindly suggest you review the UKVI internal document called Guidance: Unmarried and same-sex partners: SET05

Take special note of "SET5.13 What types of evidence might demonstrate living together and a relationship akin to marriage / civil partnership?" which gives examples of the sort of documentary evidence required.

Letters would come under "•Any other evidence that adequately demonstrates the couple’s long-term commitment to each other."
As such it's not mandatory that they be notarised sworn statements, but do note that all documentary evidence should be original.

Hope that helps you

[joey g]

Hi Terpe.

For the documentary evidences, we individually have bills/ government docs indicating the same address covering almost 5 years. Also will submit sworn statements from both our families acknowledging the relationship, aside from our letters.

Thank you Terpe and the rest of the guys for all your help.