To prove the existence and progression of partner relationship, it involves:
Demonstrating Growth and Progression
Joint evidence proves cohabitation and financial interdependence, offering objective, verifiable proof of a genuine relationship.
Official joint documents, like shared bank accounts or leases, show a timeline of commitment, counter doubts of sham relationships, and meet legal requirements set by immigration authorities.
A joint bank account, for example, suggests not only financial interdependence, but also a level of trust and cooperation characteristic of a genuine partnership. Likewise, a shared lease or mortgage demonstrates living together in a “shared household.”
Providing Verifiable, Objective Proof
While personal statements can help, joint evidence is more reliable, as official documents with both partners’ names are objective and difficult to falsify, providing strong support for the relationship’s authenticity.
Showing a Pattern of Commitment Over Time
Authorities assess whether the relationship has lasted over time. Joint evidence like bank statements or leases provides a clear timeline, confirming the relationship’s duration before the visa application.
Countering Doubts About Relationships
If a couple can show reliable, long-term joint evidence, it is much less likely they will be suspected of fraud. The more their lives are mixed together and show real sharing, the stronger and more believable their application will be.
Meeting Specific Requirements
Joint evidence such as shared bank accounts or leases demonstrates financial interdependence, trust, and a genuine partnership. These documents provide objective, verifiable proof, outline a pattern of long-term commitment, and reduce suspicion of sham relationships; failing to provide such evidence may result in delays or visa refusal.