Quote Originally Posted by nethlewy View Post
My landlord is the local authority. When applying for my wifes settlement visa I asked them for a letter giving permission for my wife to live with me.

They dragged their heels, the way local authorities do, for months without supplying me with this letter despite my repeated requests saying their legal department was consulting with the Home Office about the matter. My enquiry probably added thousands of pounds to the Council tax bill.

Eventually I was told that they did not have to give permission for my wife to live with me and could supply me with details of my tenancy and that was all. I take it that this is what you already have.

Our visa application was successful without the letter of permission so just go ahead but submit copies of your tenancy agreement, current and past rent card with details of the length of tenancy and property description.

You could add a note that your landlord is under no obligation to give your wife permission to reside with you but I don't think this is absolutely necessary.
Great post and like you say im sure the less said is the best.

For example many with leaseholds on flats could in theory have to ensure the landlord allowed your wife or love one to stay but all the leases i have seen actually say its ok for family and partner to reside in legal speak as long as no overcrowding.