Katie McCarthy has built her life in Stratford-upon-Avon with her British husband and family. She works hard, pays taxes, and plays an active role in her local community. Through her work and daily involvement in the town, she has formed genuine roots and meaningful connections.

Katie is now facing removal from the UK following the refusal of her visa application. The refusal arose because she briefly left the country while her visa was being processed in order to attend a funeral in America. She was unaware that doing so would affect her application, as she had not been advised by her solicitor that she was not permitted to travel during this period. There was no intention to breach any rules as she was attending a family bereavement and believed she was acting appropriately.

This technical issue now places her marriage, home, and established life at risk. The consequences of this decision are significant and deeply disruptive to a settled family life in the UK.

Katie has conducted herself with integrity throughout her time here. She has contributed positively, integrated fully, and built a stable and committed life with her husband. A compassionate and careful reconsideration of her case is both reasonable and justified given the circumstances.

This petition calls for a fair and sympathetic review of Katie McCarthy’s case, recognising her genuine ties to the UK and the unintentional nature of the issue that led to her refusal.

Please sign to support Katie in remaining in the UK with her husband, family, and community, where she has built her home and her future.