Partner applicant with complex immigration history

The Challenges Faced

Ms F, who entered the UK as a student in 2015, faced significant challenges in her immigration journey. After extending her leave, she claimed asylum in 2019 due to fears of forced marriage in Pakistan, but her asylum appeal was dismissed by the Upper Tribunal. Unaware of the decision due to it not being lawfully served, she faced delays. Her subsequent partner visa application was complicated by a complex immigration history, a refusal by the Home Office for not satisfying paragraph 39E or the partner definition, and fluctuating relationship circumstances, including a breakdown and rekindling of her relationship with her sponsor, whom she later married.

How Latitude Law Helped

Latitude Law established that the Upper Tribunal decision was not lawfully served, securing its repromulgation. We advised on and prepared a partner visa application within 14 days of repromulgation, referencing paragraph 39E. After a refusal, we submitted an appeal with a detailed immigration history timeline and strengthened relationship evidence, adapting to changes in Ms F’s relationship status while ensuring representation in her best interests.

The Outcome

The Home Office withdrew their refusal decision and granted Ms F permission to stay on a 5-year settlement route.