Looking to relocate to Cardiff Wales from Alaska (home, university) - United Kingdom - City-Data Forum

topher156 · 07-06-2009, 08:37 PM

Does anyone know the Visa process? Looking for advice on what paperwork needs to be completed and related stuff. Thanks.

Brontosaurus · 07-07-2009, 12:58 AM

Here's a good place to start UK Border Agency | Home Page

Mag3.14 · 07-07-2009, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by topher156

Does anyone know the Visa process? Looking for advice on what paperwork needs to be completed and related stuff. Thanks.

Depends on your circumstance.. partner reasons, business, just looking to move etc etc

If you don't mind.. what makes you want to move to Cardiff?

Jezer · 07-07-2009, 03:01 PM

Probably because he's used to wild, cold places.

topher156 · 07-07-2009, 09:44 PM

Will be moving there with girlfriend. She has lived there most of her life.

Brontosaurus · 07-08-2009, 12:32 AM

Despite popular demand, there isn't a "shacking up with girlfriend" visa. So it's either a fiance visa valid for 6 months (during which time you have to tie the knot) or a work permit if you can get one.

Mag3.14 · 07-08-2009, 01:51 AM

If your a recent university graduate you can also get a "blue card" work permit valid for 6 months.

violent cello · 07-12-2009, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Bob-666

Despite popular demand, there isn't a "shacking up with girlfriend" visa. So it's either a fiance visa valid for 6 months (during which time you have to tie the knot) or a work permit if you can get one.

You can move to the UK as the partner of a UK citizen with no intent to marry them. UK Immigration and Visa Services - Unmarried Partners