My Birth Certificate Only Has My Moms name On It

[JOLLYGIRL1UK 1]

Hi there,

this is my first post, though I've been refering to this forum for the whole of the visa process ( and at times I've found it more helpful than our lawyer!). My interview is a week from today, and there is just one thing which could potentially be a stumbling block for me.... My birth certificate. You see, I obtained the long version, however, my fathers name is not on it as it was never registered.

I know they specifically state "We will not accept the short form version of a UK birth certificate. The certificate must list both parents'names". So I've obtained the long version and I've have had my mom do a letter stating my fathers name, her name, my place and date of birth and the reason why his name is not on the certificate, and Ive had it notarised by a magistrate.

I emailed and phoned the embassy regarding this issue, and their response was more or less "wait till the interview and take it up with them".

I'm just wondering if this will lead to my visa being denied, and if anyone out there can share any of their experiences and/ or knowledge with me?

[sciencenerd 56]

Hi there,

this is my first post, though I've been refering to this forum for the whole of the visa process ( and at times I've found it more helpful than our lawyer!). My interview is a week from today, and there is just one thing which could potentially be a stumbling block for me.... My birth certificate. You see, I obtained the long version, however, my fathers name is not on it as it was never registered.

I know they specifically state "We will not accept the short form version of a UK birth certificate. The certificate must list both parents'names". So I've obtained the long version and I've have had my mom do a letter stating my fathers name, her name, my place and date of birth and the reason why his name is not on the certificate, and Ive had it notarised by a magistrate.

I emailed and phoned the embassy regarding this issue, and their response was more or less "wait till the interview and take it up with them".

I'm just wondering if this will lead to my visa being denied, and if anyone out there can share any of their experiences and/ or knowledge with me?

My wife's situation was slightly different because her father is unknown, but it was no issue that the birth certificate only had one name. I don't know if that is different if the father is known. I know that in the states, you generally can amend a birth certificate if you have some sort of proof/evidence - not sure if that's possible where you're at. Good luck!

[Nich-Nick 3,354]

I'm just wondering if this will lead to my visa being denied, and if anyone out there can share any of their experiences and/ or knowledge with me?

I don't think it will be a problem. London has been very flexible with other cases. A girl I helped a couple of years ago got her visa without a birth certificate. It existed but she couldn't get a copy or affidavits from family members attesting to her birth...long story.

[JOLLYGIRL1UK 1]

Thank you for your help guys. I think at this stage in the game you just start to worry about every little detail!

[David And Katie 5]

Thank you for your help guys. I think at this stage in the game you just start to worry about every little detail!

Don't worry about worrying - I think most of us worried to death over every little problem at that stage! Just TRY and relax and go with it. (easier said than done, I KNOW).

[Robert&Karen 264]

Thank you for your help guys. I think at this stage in the game you just start to worry about every little detail!

If only everyone cared as much, the world would be a better place!

[Fandango 1,440]

If only everyone cared as much, the world would be a better place!

:lol: