Hoop

Hi all,

Do we need to certify sponsor's + applicant's passport copy?

Is house inspection required for rented house? We have the tenancy agreement, is it enough?

Thank you.

Hoop

Can we use spouse's saving for financial support? Instead of using sponsor's saving? Thank you so much.

MonsterP

The Sponsors passport copy does not need certifying, although, making sure it's a good colour copy is advisable. Don't forget all previous passports too.
The Applicant needs to submit their original passport, as well as copy.

If the house / flat / apartment is for your own exclusive use, then no inspection is necessary. All you need to do is show that it is enough room for you. Perhaps a plan with dimensions from the lettings agency, photos of all rooms, tenancy agreement, all help to show that there won't be any cause for concern of over-crowding.

MonsterP

The Sponsor is the one sponsoring the Applicant, hence the name. So it's only the Sponsor's savings that are considered for entry clearance of a spouse visa application. Assuming you're going for the Savings route.

I'm sure someone will be along to add to my comments or maybe correct me if I'm wrong . :-)

BritInParis

You can use cash savings that are in the applicant's name, the sponsor's name or held jointly.

MonsterP

I stand corrected. Thought that was only for FLR onwards.

BritInParis

For income, yes, but not for savings. Just to keep things simple