She believed she was marrying a divorced man. She spent over £9,000 on visa fees, legal expenses, TB tests, English exams, and immigration paperwork to bring her husband to the UK. However, the Home Office then requested proof of divorce. That was when everything fell apart. In this Dear Auntie Thandi story, we discuss:
• Risks of long-distance marriage
• Red flags of immigration fraud
• Fake divorce documents
• Rejection of UK spouse visa
• Financial losses after relocation
• Emotional manipulation in long-distance relationships
If you're dating long-distance, considering relocation, or planning to sponsor a spouse to the UK, watch this before making irreversible financial commitments. Some lessons cost thousands; this one cost £9,000.


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