bev-guidance-please!!

[Fatbrit]

Originally Posted by peppera-ann-

yes sir,
but have you seen anyone that has stayed and was still approved? we just dont want to have him go (he will be banned) and then get denied for some reason and then not be able to be with each other.

There are no guarantees in immigration -- you just attempt to minimize the risks. He needs to be over in the UK now doing just that!

[peppera-ann-]

Originally Posted by jojo

As Minuvweyna has pointed out, its just my opinion and we're all different. I found it cold (both in climate and the people), claustrophobic, grey, miserable, opressive, decaying and it seems to me that its seriously falling apart in this economic crisis ( can you tell I dont like it lol). So we live in Spain!!

Jo xxx

well me coming from Texas...we are very hospititable and it is hot here. So the shock of it all may give me a heart attack

[Minuvweyna]

Originally Posted by peppera-ann-

yes sir,
but have you seen anyone that has stayed and was still approved? we just dont want to have him go (he will be banned) and then get denied for some reason and then not be able to be with each other.

If the wait times are up to 5 months, you really might want to think about the EEA Family Permit. It would take 6 months, but I think you wouldn't have trouble staying together. Of course moving to somewhere else in Europe might be difficult if you do not have funds and are relying on help from his family (not sure if you said you were). Language might also be a barrier (but the Republic of Ireland might be one to consider in that case). I know there are threads about the topic. I'm no expert, as I've not gone that route.

Elizabeth

[Minuvweyna]

Also, I really think Fatbrit is probably right. If your husband (sorry, I thought you guys were pre-marriage! oops!) stays in the US in breach of his visa and you are refused the spousal visa, then the US is still not going to let him stay and he could be deported at any time. Him staying in the States might just jeopardize your initial application and his quick return during the 28 day appeal period is not going to give him time to find employment, so it might not help your appeal much, simply because you won't have time for his return to the UK to have done any good.

[peppera-ann-]

Originally Posted by Fatbrit

There are no guarantees in immigration -- you just attempt to minimize the risks. He needs to be over in the UK now doing just that!

again, yes sir we know that. My question to everyone is , has anyone been granted with the type of situation i am in?
I realize what should be done. But am wondering (because it states on the website) if it says spouse/sponsor is coming with you or in current country already....
if we could do that?
thank
pepper

[peppera-ann-]

Originally Posted by Minuvweyna

Also, I really think Fatbrit is probably right. If your husband (sorry, I thought you guys were pre-marriage! oops!) stays in the US in breach of his visa and you are refused the spousal visa, then the US is still not going to let him stay and he could be deported at any time. Him staying in the States might just jeopardize your initial application and his quick return during the 28 day appeal period is not going to give him time to find employment, so it might not help your appeal much, simply because you won't have time for his return to the UK to have done any good.

yes mam, that is just it. funds...ugh.
he came in on his passport 90 day you know. We honestly didnt even know it would be an issue.I wish i had now.

[jojo]

Originally Posted by peppera-ann-

again, yes sir we know that. My question to everyone is , has anyone been granted with the type of situation i am in?
I realize what should be done. But am wondering (because it states on the website) if it says spouse/sponsor is coming with you or in current country already....
if we could do that?
thank
pepper

I think the answer to your question is "probably but who knows!"

Jo xxx

[Fatbrit]

Originally Posted by peppera-ann-

again, yes sir we know that. My question to everyone is , has anyone been granted with the type of situation i am in?
I realize what should be done. But am wondering (because it states on the website) if it says spouse/sponsor is coming with you or in current country already....
if we could do that?
thank
pepper

US immigration is a lot easier in one (and probably only one!) respect: they give you clear rules for the financial obligation. With UK immigration you're guessing a bit. But with nowhere to live in the UK, no income and no capital....you're heading for a no. Two of those you could put right now -- and then you're in with a good chance. But you (or rather he) needs to do it rather than think about it.

[peppera-ann-]

Originally Posted by Fatbrit

US immigration is a lot easier in one (and probably only one!) respect: they give you clear rules for the financial obligation. With UK immigration you're guessing a bit. But with nowhere to live in the UK, no income and no capital....you're heading for a no. Two of those you could put right now -- and then you're in with a good chance. But you (or rather he) needs to do it rather than think about it.

well we will have money in his account in the uk, and we are saving some here. should have 3k there and enough here to get the visa and tickets with about 1k left over.
Also will be living with his parents in 3bedroom home. He also has a job possibly waiting on him when we get there.his friend owns his own business and said he can work there.He will provide a letter as well stating it...I just dont want to ruin our chances, but we also dont want to be apart for a 1/2 a year

[Fatbrit]

Originally Posted by peppera-ann-

well we will have money in his account in the uk, and we are saving some here. should have 3k there and enough here to get the visa and tickets with about 1k left over.
Also will be living with his parents in 3bedroom home. He also has a job possibly waiting on him when we get there.his friend owns his own business and said he can work there.He will provide a letter as well stating it...I just dont want to ruin our chances, but we also dont want to be apart for a 1/2 a year

Not sure where the 6 months is coming from? You should be there within a month or two from application -- albeit with more hoops to jump through. But your chances would be greater if he were already working the job.