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EEA spouse visa
Posted: Tue Jun 20, 2017 3:58 pm
by confusedandsad
Hi all,
Is this still the most up-to-date form to fill for an EEA spouse visa?
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/s ... -03-17.pdf
I am a new Zealand citizen on a tier 2 visa currently and will be marrying my spanish wife soon. She also has british residency but is not a citizen yet.
I want to get EEA spouse visa so I can resign from my job and freely look for work
Re: EEA spouse visa
Posted: Tue Jun 20, 2017 4:33 pm
by Casa
confusedandsad wrote:Hi all,
Is this still the most up-to-date form to fill for an EEA spouse visa?
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/s ... -03-17.pdf
I am a new Zealand citizen on a tier 2 visa currently and will be marrying my spanish wife soon. She also has british residency but is not a citizen yet.
I want to get EEA spouse visa so I can resign from my job and freely look for work
Yes, (although you'll be applying for an EEA Permit, not a visa)
Note:
This form is to be used for applications made on or after 22 March 2017 
Re: EEA spouse visa
Posted: Tue Jun 27, 2017 11:18 pm
by confusedandsad
Thanks!
Is there a guide on processing timelines?
What is the longest time I will be without my passport from the moment I send my application off?
Is there any way I can keep my passport and send a certified version so I can still travel while waiting for the decision?
Re: EEA spouse visa
Posted: Tue Jul 04, 2017 4:48 pm
by confusedandsad
Is there anywhere I can get further information on guide timelines?
Re: EEA spouse visa
Posted: Tue Jul 04, 2017 6:21 pm
by Zuly1820
Hi processing times can be checked on this link - they vary from country to country
https://www.gov.uk/visa-processing-times
All the best!
Re: EEA spouse visa
Posted: Wed Jul 05, 2017 3:54 pm
by confusedandsad
I will be applying from within the UK
Re: EEA spouse visa
Posted: Wed Jul 05, 2017 4:43 pm
by confusedandsad
Every time I try to find the policy it directs me to the process for those applying for a EEA permit outside of the UK.
I am currently on a tier 2 visa and will be marrying my fiance next month. I want to apply for an EEA permit inside of the UK.
I cant find any guidance on this on the home office page..... frustrating
Re: EEA spouse visa
Posted: Wed Jul 05, 2017 4:49 pm
by confusedandsad
Can someone please direct me to the page providing information to those applying for an EEA permit when they are already in the uk. That is, those already in the UK on a different visa (tier 2) and applying for the permit in the uk.
Re: EEA spouse visa
Posted: Wed Jul 05, 2017 7:51 pm
by CR001
https://www.gov.uk/apply-for-a-uk-resid ... d/overview
You apply for a Residence Card if applying within the UK.
EEA Family Permit is if you are applying outside the UK.
Re: EEA spouse visa
Posted: Wed Jul 05, 2017 8:18 pm
by confusedandsad
Many thanks, you sir are a legend.
I kept searching EEA permit inside uk and it would only give me the option from outside the uk
just for good order can I check. The above link is ok to use if I am currently in the uk on a tier 2 visa and will be marrying my spanish wife and plan to get a residence permit (including work) for 5 years?
Re: EEA spouse visa
Posted: Wed Jul 05, 2017 8:42 pm
by CR001
confusedandsad wrote:Many thanks, you sir are a legend.
I am a 'Miss' 
I kept searching EEA permit inside uk and it would only give me the option from outside the uk
just for good order can I check. The above link is ok to use if I am currently in the uk on a tier 2 visa and will be marrying my spanish wife and plan to get a residence permit (including work) for 5 years?
Yes, it is fine.
Re: EEA spouse visa
Posted: Thu Jul 06, 2017 2:01 am
by confusedandsad
Apologies, for that, madame.
Can I ask you another question.
I just realised the processing times may take up to six months applying in the UK.
As my fiance (wife to be) is also a british permanent resident, if I find a new job that needs me to start on short notice, could I just apply under the british route in the uk. I note thvieis costs more but this way I could use the premium service which means I get the permit on the spot.
Also, is it quicker if I go home and apply? I looked at the processing time and it says 100% of application from New Zealand got a response in 90 days. But then you only get a 6 month visa and have to reapply for the 5 year? Is this correct?