What is a 'Genuine and Subsisting' Relationship?
The Home Office needs to be convinced that your relationship is real, not just for immigration purposes. This means providing evidence that you live together, communicate regularly, and plan a future together.
Key Evidence to Provide
- Photographs together at different times and locations
- Travel history together (boarding passes, hotel bookings)
- Communication records (messages, emails, call logs)
- Joint financial commitments (bank accounts, bills)
- Proof of living together (tenancy agreements, council tax)
- Statements from friends and family
Common Pitfalls to Avoid
Don't just provide a handful of photos — show a timeline of your relationship. Make sure your evidence covers the entire duration of your relationship, not just recent months.
How We Can Help
Our solicitors can review your evidence and help you organize it in a way that clearly demonstrates the genuineness of your relationship.