I am an US citizen who plans on marrying a UK citizen. I have already posted a couple times about this, but I think I have the most crucial questions in perspective.

- When I apply for my visa to come to the UK to get married. How long does the entire process take (approximatley), and is it advised to seek a lawyer to help with the process?

- About the 180 day rule. If in the past I was given leave to remain/enter for 6 months, and initially was to stay for only 2 but stayed 5. Does that matter on the appiclation, or is it no problem seeing as how I had 180 days to stay anyway? I talked to immigration and they seemed to have no problem with this. I was just wondoring from anyones personal experience if this has caused any trouble?

Thanks!

 

Thanks! I appreciate it.