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Fake domestic abuse claims used to secure UK residency -BBC investigation

Thursday, April 16, 2026

A BBC investigation found that some immigration advisers are fabricating domestic‑abuse claims to help clients obtain UK residency under the spousal‑visa scheme. The fraud undermines genuine victims’ protection and could expose unsuspecting applicants, including many Nigerians, to legal penalties and loss of credibility in future immigration processes.

A BBC investigation reveals how fake domestic abuse claims are used to exploit a UK immigration scheme, with some advisers allegedly fabricating stories fo Read More: https://punchng.com/fake-domestic-abuse-claims-used-to-secure-uk-residency-bbc-investigation/