ILR costs double the amount that FLR(M) does, and it is VERY unlikely that our plans will change. But even if they do - I am a British Citizen, so I understand that my spouse should pretty much always be allowed a visa to live here with me.

We are applying for an extension of stay for my partner rather than ILR (which he qualifies for) as we do not intend to stay in the UK longer than another two years. We have to provide a letter explaining why. This is what we have drafted, does it sound OK to you? And will they accept this reason ...

My Australian partner is currently living in the UK on a two year spousal visa because he is married to me (Australian and British Citizen). His visa is due to expire soon, and we understand that he qualifies for ILR. We want to stay in the UK for another 18 months (at which point we will both ...