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Momodou
Denmark
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 Posted - 27 Jun 2007 : 20:05:47
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A Gambian Muslim marriage certificate is signed by both the husband and wife and a witness. One should make sure that you have another document signed by a Notary Public stating that the marriage certificate is authentic. These two documents are at least accepted in Denmak although they have a lot of other conditions.
The Danish Immigration Service provides a site on coming to Denmark at:
http://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-us/coming_to_dk/coming_to_dk.htm
I don't know about other countries but some of the fees paid to the Danish consulate in Banjul are used for the sending of the papers by DHL to and from Burkina Faso where they have the Embassy (between 1000 - 2000 Dalasis).
I have just seen how much the British Embassy is asking for visa fees and I think they are very high (up to 27, 500 Dalalsi) . Check for your self at: http://www.britishhighcommission.gov.uk/thegambia |
A clear conscience fears no accusation - proverb from Sierra Leone |
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serenata
Germany
1400 Posts |
Posted - 27 Jun 2007 : 20:15:35
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| Momodou, maybe you mean a Gambian/Gambian wedding, or maybe it is different in Denmark. In Germany, and for German/African couples, only a marriage at the authorities is regarded as 'legal'. And even an official marriage certificate is not enough: The German authorities insist on a 'legalizing' procedure after German law if the African (Asian etc.) partner wants to stay in Germany. |
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sab
United Kingdom
912 Posts |
Posted - 27 Jun 2007 : 21:04:07
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From 2nd April, a person seeking indefinite leave to remain in the UK, either as a spouse of a British citizen or after completing a five year period as a work permit holder has to pay £750 fees.
Then comes the 'Life in the UK test and an English language test.
I have not found a British person that can answer many questions I know of so far!
www.workpermit.com/news/2007_04_04/uk/new_life_in_the_uk_test.htm
The Home Office statistics state the majority of applications are from Africans 30% Asia 25% Indian sub-continent 16%
Immigration Minister said "This is a policy which is colour-blind because anybody applying for settlement has to pay.....Eastern Europeans coming from the new member states of the EU, DO NOT have to pay for settlement!
It has also been announced the raising of the age for a marriage visa from 18 to 21 at a later date. |
The world would be a poorer place if it was peopled by children whose parents risked nothing in the cause of social justice, for fear of personal loss. (Joe Slovo - African revolutionary) |
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Momodou
Denmark
11744 Posts |
Posted - 27 Jun 2007 : 21:05:45
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Serenata, sorry for my ignorance. I am assuming that there is no difference between Gambian/Gambian and Gambian/Western marriage. Usually the certificate is not necessary in Gambia if the couples are not going to travel out of the country. The Muslim Marriage certificate is from the authorities too and the Notary Public just adds another document with his/her signature and stamp that the Certificate is a valid Gambian official document.
As I mentioned above, there are other restrictions here in Denmark. Among them are the 24 year rule legislated a few years ago.
- Both spouses/partners must be over 24 years of age. (This rule has caused many young couples to move to south Sweden and commute between Denmark and Sweden).
- The person residing in Denmark must provide an economic guarantee of DKK 56,567 (£5,121.28) to cover any future public expenses to support the spouse/partner. This is called the collateral requirement. (Banks make millions from this requrement)
- The person residing in Denmark must have an accommodation of reasonable size at his or her disposal. This is called the housing requirement.
- The combined attachment of the spouses/partners to Denmark must be greater than their attachment to any other country. This is the so-called attachment requirement. If the person residing in Denmark has had Danish citizenship for more than 28 years he or she does not need to satisfy the attachment requirement. This also applies to persons who have been legally residing in Denmark for more than 28 years, and who are born and raised in Denmark or have been living in the country since childhood.
All the rules can be read in English at: http://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-us/coming_to_dk/familyreunification/spouses/spouses.htm
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jambo
3300 Posts |
Posted - 28 Jun 2007 : 10:59:25
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Bev, you have just confirmed what I thought.
if people did their homework before they got married and wanted to travel it would make for a few less heartbreak stories.
everything you need is on the web pages. any European, USA, Candadians, Aus, NZ thinking about taking their partner to their home country should do THEIR HOMEWORK BEFORE THEY EMBARK ON ANY PLANS. it is all about research
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serenata
Germany
1400 Posts |
Posted - 28 Jun 2007 : 16:40:32
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Momodou, for me there is no difference between a Gambian/Gambian and a Gambian/Western marriage, but for the authorities this difference is VERY important . I regard it as an offense to any souvereign nation if its official papers are not accepted - it means to declare their laws and their administration to be meaningless rubbish.
The over 24 years rule is STRANGE. 18 years should be enough to make sure that no underage girls can be given into a forced marriage - which could be the official explanation. Why not a 50 years rule? |
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kiwi
Sweden
662 Posts |
Posted - 28 Jun 2007 : 16:50:26
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| The RULE mention above has caused that a great number of Danes have emigrated to the southern part of Sweden! |
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Carolyn
United Kingdom
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Posted - 12 Jul 2007 : 21:15:09
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We have recently invited our Gambian friend over to England and he was turned down today for a visa.
We sent our wage slips,bank statements,passports and an invitation letter.
The reason for refusal? - we dont have enough money in our bank account! The bank account statement that I sent had about £600 in. They said it wasnt enough to buy his ticket and accomodate him.
I am really mad about this! It seems everything else was ok and they just use anything as an excuse.
Is it worth appealing? |
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MADIBA
United Kingdom
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Posted - 12 Jul 2007 : 22:04:16
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Sorry for the disappointment. I think the statement was kind of low. However i feel that what they should have considered is what goes into that amount monthly after all dues are taken off.
Its your right to appeal. You may as well give it a shot. Good luck. |
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sab
United Kingdom
912 Posts |
Posted - 12 Jul 2007 : 22:22:19
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Not everyone has the right to appeal and you need the appropriate forms to be returned within twenty eight days.
www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/ |
The world would be a poorer place if it was peopled by children whose parents risked nothing in the cause of social justice, for fear of personal loss. (Joe Slovo - African revolutionary) |
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MADIBA
United Kingdom
1275 Posts |
Posted - 12 Jul 2007 : 22:33:42
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quote:
Originally posted by sab
Not everyone has the right to appeal and you need the appropriate forms to be returned within twenty eight days.
www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/
Thanks Sab for the reminder. |
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sab
United Kingdom
912 Posts |
Posted - 13 Jul 2007 : 09:07:45
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It's hard to keep up with changes - much like a footballer - in one week out the next.
Previously it stated 'no appeal on a visitors visa' - the wording has now changed.
Remember when you give your contact telephone number (not mobile) to make sure your are at home to receive a call from Immigration/The Gambia on the day of interview. Immigration are verifying and you (friend/relative in UK) will have an interview by phone. |
The world would be a poorer place if it was peopled by children whose parents risked nothing in the cause of social justice, for fear of personal loss. (Joe Slovo - African revolutionary) |
Edited by - sab on 13 Jul 2007 16:42:48 |
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tapalapa
United Kingdom
202 Posts |
Posted - 13 Jul 2007 : 14:59:31
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I am so sorry for your disappointment/s. It is difficult applying for a visa- How much should you have in your account then ????
How long is it before you can apply again ???
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toubab1020
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Posted - 13 Jul 2007 : 22:09:01
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quote:
Originally posted by tapalapa
I am so sorry for your disappointment/s. It is difficult applying for a visa- How much should you have in your account then ????
How long is it before you can apply again ???
TAPA
Depends on what the politicians think at the time! |
"Simple is good" & I strongly dislike politics. You cannot defend the indefensible.
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Sister Omega
United Kingdom
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Posted - 15 Jul 2007 : 21:59:48
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Hi Toubab1020 you're so right!
The whole process is so subjective.
Peace
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