Possible Country Move

[johncar54]

Terpe:

Do be aware that “exercising Treaty Rights” does not include retirement or any interpretation of being self-sufficient.

There's actually no specific amount you need to earn and there's no specific requirement to be in full-time employment or to be under a permanent contract. But you must be able to demonstrate it's genuine work.

That had not occurred to me. In defining the meaning of work, any idea how being a volunteer translator with the police in Spain, working for 4 hours a week, for 17 years, would be viewed ?

[Terpe]

Terpe:

Do be aware that “exercising Treaty Rights” does not include retirement or any interpretation of being self-sufficient.

There's actually no specific amount you need to earn and there's no specific requirement to be in full-time employment or to be under a permanent contract. But you must be able to demonstrate it's genuine work.


That had not occurred to me. In defining the meaning of work, any idea how being a volunteer translator with the police in Spain, working for 4 hours a week, for 17 years, would be viewed ?

John,
Well you'd need to have UKVI accept that it was 'genuine work' in their interpretation.

The Family Permit is free, why not apply just for the experience ?

[johncar54]

Thanks, I will do that

However.I have now read what is required, well not actually read it all as that will take quite some time. It might be easier just to forget the whole thing !!!!!

And free. but I will have get certified copies of many documents, as I would be reluctant to send the originals.

"Illegal entry would seem to be a lot easier !!! "

[Terpe]

Thanks, I will do that

However.I have now read what is required, well not actually read it all as that will take quite some time. It might be easier just to forget the whole thing !!!!!

And free. but I will have get certified copies of many documents, as I would be reluctant to send the originals.

"Illegal entry would seem to be a lot easier !!! "

The Family Permit is free.
Decisions are made quickly.
There actually aren't many documents to submit at all. Minimal really.
The only certified document needed would be your wife's passport or national identity card, if she's not willing to submit her original.