Evidence Questions

[Coldstream63]

My wife and I have a slew of evidence, and will be adding more as we build and organize our application, but a few questions came up pertaining to the evidence compilation.

First, I take it that in our respective narratives of how the relationship developed, that we can make direct reference to the same package of evidence (ie., "please see Tab A, Page 3, Note 5" or something like that. In other words, we want to use the same standard of referencing evidence in our narratives in order to be consistent for the Visa Officer. I assume this is OK?

Secondly, although my wife speaks decent English, her grammar is sometimes off. Am I allowed to edit it before submission in order to make sure there is nothing confusing or potentially misunderstood? I don't want to put words in her mouth, but I just want it to be clear and concise so it doesn't inadvertantly raise any issues.

Also, we do have a few red flags, those being age difference, different faith, and a few other minor ones - all very explainable and with documentary evidence. What we would like to do is say in our application (either in her narrative or mine), is something along the lines of; "We have a few points we would like to specifically address....", and then itemize the flags and explain each one, making specific reference to itemized evidence.

Your thoughts/words of wisdom?

 

[Kayaker]

Hi!

I've read your previous posts and think you do a great job of describing your relationship.

To answer your questions:

- yes you can reference the same evidence.
- sure, as long as it doesn't look like a total rewrite, that should be fine.
- you could address the red flags in the way you mentioned. Personally, I didn't - I just created a narrative and covered potential red flags in the story. (our red flags were a short time between first real life meeting and engagement and marriage, only civil marriage in Japan with only my parents present.) I didn't want to look defensive, or look like I was trying hard to convince them, or that I was deliberately trying to fool them. (I tried to make the whole thing (10 or 11 pages) read like an essay in a magazine; informative but easy to read, and not like an application for PR.) But I'm not saying that's the best way to do it. (I happen to be a writer so I guess it was easiest for me to do it my way.)

As I said, you explained your red flags very well in your previous posts, so I think any way you choose to write it will be great!

 

[rhcohen2014]

Hi!

I've read your previous posts and think you do a great job of describing your relationship.

As I said, you explained your red flags very well in your previous posts, so I think any way you choose to write it will be great!

too bad i have to wait so long to give you another +1! kayaker gives really great advice!

 

[keesio]

Yup, totally agree with kayaker. I helped my wife fill in her application and write a cover letter. As long as she is involved in the process, that is fine.

As for your red flags... I just recall a minor one - the religious difference. And you covered it nicely with a letter of support from relatives and from the community head of the community where she is from. And a photo of with the local iman is big plus. Just make sure you highlight who he is on the photo. I wouldn't even bother explaining the age difference. 13 years where the husband is older is trivial to CIC. It will barely even raise an eyebrow. Like i said in your other thread, you are putting together a a strong package of proof. Nice work!

 

[Coldstream63]

Thanks guys! I (WE) appreciate the help!

 

[little_apple]

My spouse is 13 years older than me. We never thought this could be a red flag. Don't worry about it