Another successful case and testimonial for a UK Spouse visa, FLR(M), switching from Tier 4 Student visa on same-day service.

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"1st 4Immigration has been truly amazing! They have helped secure our future which is completely priceless. Me and my partner met over 12 months ago whilst studying on Student VISA in the UK. Our relationship went from strength to strength and we wanted to remain together. We were however concerned with the complications of gaining a VISA extension following our decision to get married. We both understood that the Home Office had increasingly made it difficult to get VISAs and so we did not want to take any risks / chances that our VISA application would not be approved. We sought the help and support of 1st 4Immigration and we were NOT disappointed! 1st 4Immigration assisted us every step of the way and ultimately helped to transfer our Student Tier 4 Visa into a Spouse VISA. A dream come true. Furthermore, our circumstances were rather atypical. Neither of us had full-time permanent jobs and so the financial requirements element was certainly a challenge. However 1st 4Immigration professionally gathered all of our information and determined the most optimal route to obtain our VISA. I used my PhD Studentship finance alongside some part-time fixed-term income to satisfy the financial requirements. 1st 4Immigration were very thorough, checking all of our details with a fine toothcomb. This gave us support and confidence prior to our Home Office appointment. On the day, 1st 4Immigration met us at the Home Office. They were with us from start to finish, pointing us in the right direction. Finally, we got the outcome we needed, acceptance!!! Following our experience, if any other couples or individuals are seeking support getting an entry VISA or are wishing to extend / convert their existing VISA – then simply turn to 1st 4Immigration. You will not regret it! Fast, effective, responsive, supportive and wholly satisfying." 

This came from Matt & Monica, a British - Indian couple. We did have to work on the Financial Requirement, namely on the methods of calculating various sources of income, which would be acceptable by the Home Office.

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