Hi Every1

I was hoping that some1 could give me some advise in regards to going to the UK as a non eu family member visitor.

1stly and most importantly, am I allowed to work if my wife is an EU member who is working in the UK and I go there as her husband but I enter as a non eu family visitor instead of with an EU Family Permit?

Secondly, I do not need to obtain any kind of entry clearance prior to going if I go to the UK in this capacity. This means that I just have to satisfy the Immigration Officer at the port of entry, but do I have to provide evidence of sufficient funds to do so?

I would appreciate your help!
Thanx!

 

Thank you for your advice kjfaughnan!

I did find information on the internet saying that I can work if I enter as a visitor but might have problems proving this to a potential employer.

OK, now what? Surely they must have thought of some way to prove this, otherwise, how do people in my situation find a job while they are in the UK?

I know that it would be the better option to get a permit instead but my circumstances prevents me from doing this, otherwise I would do that.

Do you have any advice for me or do you know where I could get a factual answer for this question?

Thanks again for your help!

 

Thank you once again for your help kjfaughnan!

I did study the info on the site that you gave me and it looks like I would have to phone or email some1 for an answer as I couldn't find it.
But thanx anyway and I will let you know how it pans-out.

Polskasweetie, the reason I cant get the permit is because I'm not in my home country at the moment and won't be able to go there to get one. I know that under EU law I should be allowed to work but I have to find out how I can prove this.

My wife is also Polish and she will be going to the UK on the 5th of Oct. I will join her one month later as she needs time to register and get all the necassery docs I need to enter the UK.

Perhaps you know how long it takes for A8 nationals to recieve their WRS details and if she has to have it before I'm allowed to work?

Anyway, hopefully I'll have some answers next week and I'll be back if I have anymore questions as I know that you and your husband have studied this topic quite intensely!

Thanx guys!

 

Polskasweetie....

sent u a pm.

 

Hi!

Ok. Maybe I did something wrong when I sent it cause I'm still new to the forum. Never mind.

Listen, I spoke with my wife and we opted to get the permit cause it might be easier. Now, I've been trying to get info from the UK Embassy in my country (South Africa) as to how long it will take to process this application and you won't believe the stupidity in that place!

Anyway, we would appreciate your advice in doing this if you feel like ofcourse. I know that you're probably tired of this topic already

So I will let you know what they say when I hear from them.

Thanx, bye!

 

Hi Polskasweetie!

Listen, I got an email 2day from BHC in SA. I asked them how long it will take to process an EU family permit appl. and they said, " We aim to issue all visas on the same day of appl. " That is great!

In a previous email they told me that I won't be able 2 do it through the mail and that I have to be present in SA when I apply. But I would like to be sure about this before I go back, otherwise I could do it from PL.

So I'll check that but in the meantime I would like to discuss my appl. with you. I know what I need according to your earlier postings but we have a few questions. Does my wife need her WRS card and certificate, in other words, does she have to be regitered before I can apply?

I mean , what exactly do I need from her side to do this? I'm sure you know what I'm talking about

I'll be back 2morrow. Thanx
Chow!

 

Hello husband of Polskasweetie

Thanx 4 your reply!

I was hoping you could give me an example of what the letter from my wife should look like. I have a pretty good idea but you will know better as you already did this.

I'll be back on Monday so you guys enjoy your weekend

Thanx again!
Chow

 

Hello again!

I'm so sorry! Please excuse my foolishness

I was lost but now I'm found, thank you!

Anyway, enough corny jokes. Back to BIS.

I did send Technospirit a pm about the letter so I'm just waiting for a reply.

Thanx for your help MAN
Chow!

 

How are you 2day!

I recieved the sample letter from Technospirit and I will put it to good use.

I also read your piece on the NIN. Thanx 4 that, I will put it to good use as well. However, I have one question about it but I'll ask it there as to keep the new topic together. You know what I mean.

Okay, thanx again.
Nice day, CHOW.

 

Hi Polskasweetie!

I just wanted to say thanx 4 all your help, we really appreciate it. This forum has made life a lot less complicating 4 me and I'm sure 4 many others.

I have now obtained all the necessary info and advice that I will need to make my application and will disappear 4 a while as I want to set the ball rolling

But I'll be back if I need some reliable advice!

Thankx 4 a great forum EasyX!

Chow!