Hi all,
I've read many a post in this forum that the so-called de facto/common law partner inquires about how to get a dependent visa while their long term partner relocates to HK. I can understand that it may take years to get to know someone really well enough to make the life time commitment(by getting married). But anybody cares to share the rationale behind a 10 or more year stable de facto relationship(especially where kids are involved)? I'm trying not to sound offensive to anyone here. People may argue that their staying together is solid commitment enough. A piece of paper won't change anything. Then what is stopping you to get married officially? Especially if you come from a country where common law partner is protected by law in the same manner as in a real marriage. Personally I'd call getting married is doing the right thing. But I'm ready to change my perspective/improve my ignorance if it can be proved otherwise. Thanks for sharing your thoughts...