Thank you for the links.
The person is from Japan and initially wants to get a 12 month residency permit.
I know that imigration departments can be quirky and have their own set of priorities and was wondering if a person should play up or play down links and relationships here.
If you play them down that may wonder why she wants to stay here and if she plays them up they may think that she will never want to leave (which she dosn't).
I was hoping that someone would be able to tell us what sort of thing helps them to make a decision.
Has any one gone through the process or know someone who has.
Thanks.