My (Thai) wife and i are now living in the uk. I got child tax credits today and on the paperwork it says that she has applied as well as myself. Although the money has been paid to me and that she has not worked for 5 years to take care of the children - does this make problems for her visa? I will be calling the tax office in the morning, but I was keen to hear any advise.....

From 'No recourse to public funds' What does it mean?

My partner is allowed to claim tax credits - can I claim them too?

Claims for child and working tax credits are assessed jointly. If you are living with a spouse or partner who is allowed to claim tax credits, your name may be included in the claim.

So, as you can see, this will not have an adverse effect on her leave to remain or any future application.

From 'No recourse to public funds' What does it mean?

My partner is allowed to claim tax credits - can I claim them too?

Claims for child and working tax credits are assessed jointly. If you are living with a spouse or partner who is allowed to claim tax credits, your name may be included in the claim.

So, as you can see, this will not have an adverse effect on her leave to remain or any future application.

thanks for the link. I did think that she would not be given something that she is noy allowed - all monies were paid to me but I had to give her details as I stated I was married. Thanks again....