Residence Permit Through Marriage or Partnership
Love may transcend borders, but immigration law doesn't. If you aspire to live in Denmark with your foreign partner, marriage or registered partnership offers a potential pathway. However, simply exchanging vows is not sufficient. The Danish Immigration Service maintains rigorous requirements to ensure that relationships are genuine and entered into voluntarily.
What Are the Authorities Looking For?
To secure a residence permit through marriage or partnership, you must fulfill two fundamental conditions:
- Valid marriage/partnership: Your relationship must be legally recognized under Danish law.
- Voluntary entry: The authorities must be satisfied that both parties entered the relationship of their own free will, without any form of coercion or pressure.
Red flags for The Danish Immigration Service
Certain factors can raise concerns and prompt the authorities to scrutinize the authenticity of your relationship:
- Close family relations: If you and your partner are close relatives, it may raise suspicion of a pro forma marriage.
- History of forced marriage: A history of forced marriages within your families could cast doubt on the voluntary nature of your relationship.
- Large age differences: A significant age gap may also raise questions.
- Short courtship period: A very brief period between your initial meeting and marriage/partnership could appear suspicious.
How will the authorities assess your relationship?
The Immigration Service will conduct a thorough evaluation of all information relevant to your case. They may examine:
- The circumstances surrounding how you met and the development of your relationship.
- Your respective ages and backgrounds.
- The duration of your relationship.
- The nature of your contact with each other's families.
- Your financial, employment, and educational circumstances.
- Whether you have sought assistance from crisis centers or counseling services.
How can Visaguiden assist you?
At Visaguiden, we possess extensive experience with family reunification cases and comprehensive knowledge of immigration law requirements. We can help you:
- Assess your likelihood of obtaining a residence permit.
- Compile the necessary documentation and prepare a compelling application.
- Prepare you for a potential interview with the Immigration Service.
- Represent you before the authorities and ensure your case is handled appropriately.
Don't hesitate to contact us for a free consultation. We are dedicated to helping you realize your dream of living together in Denmark.
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