[Charlie86]

Hello, im looking for some much valued assistance.

I will be applying for the spouse visa for my wife. I will combine salary and savings. The savings are currently held in my fathers name in a "sterling investment isa account". Is this account accepted by the UKBA? The savings would be transferred to my name as a 'wedding gift' 6 months prior to application. Otherwise I might face losing out on quite a substantial tax incentive on the interest accrued as it is an ISA.

If anyone could provide any assistance, or advice it would be vastly appreciated!

Thanks in advance

 

[nyclon]

The money needs to be in your name and under your control for 6 months. It must be held in an account that is readily accessible with or without penalty. If your father is gifting it to you you'll need a copy of his statement showing it going into your account. He'll need to write a statement saying it is a gift.

 

[WestCoastCanadianGirl]

Beaten to the punch by nyclon.