emma4

Hi All,

Anyone recommend an immigration lawyer who know about applying for a visa for my partner so we can move back home to the UK from the USA.
I know the forms and have read the financial blurb but have a lot of questions and want to get it right. I have reached out to a couple of lawyers here in the US but they said to find someone in the UK.
Thanks!

Pulaski

Unless your spouse has complicating factors such as a criminal record, or prior visa issues, a lawyer is likely a waste of money, and quite a lot of money at that.

Might I recommend that you start out asking questions here as there are some very knowledgeable people who will help you with most questions, and for free! If you still need more help you could always go to a lawyer later.

emma4

Thank you, I have asked a few questions already but don't want to keep bugging people with questions, although I feel like they are valid questions and not stupid ones
I don't know if i should repost a new thread each time or just keep asking on the same thread.
It's all about the financial requirements for me to sponsor him and being on maternity leave for 2 months. I have read the 64 page guide an honestly I am still flipping confused.

Pollyana

No question is stupid, we all struggle with the migration maze at times

If you ask several questions in the same thread it makes life easier really as you don't have to keep repeating bots about your circumstances - people answering you can see it all in one place.

spouse of scouse

Hi Emma. At the end of your other thread SanDiegogirl asked a couple of questions, if you go back and answer those I think it'll help you more than starting a new one.

It's always best to stick with the same thread, as people can read the background and target their replies more usefully for you. Only start a new thread if you have a completely different question. Good luck, I know the rules can be confusing but there's a lot of expertise on BE.

spouse of scouse

We must have been separated at birth, Polly

emma4

Thank you all, I appreciate the friendly help

emma4

I have gone back to my original post and replied

angie_329

Posting here, as its relevant to your request, though I note you have gone back to other thread and the forum members will help with your queries.

In the UK you can consult an OISC (Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner) registered immigration advisor to assist with an application. There are three different levels of competence/regulation, 1,2,3. 3 being the highest. https://www.gov.uk/find-an-immigrati...for-an-adviser
Here are a few that I know of, if you want to compare fees and services. https://www.1stcontact.com/visas;
www.philipgamble.co.uk ;
OISC ✓ UK Visa & Immigration Service & Advice in London
Some will provide a checking service before you submit your application, after your prepare it yourself, which is cheaper of course, and with the advice on the forum is an option.