Clayton: Textbook on Immigration & Asylum Law 3e 
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Section 2
Amira is Iranian. She is married to Hans, a German doctor. Amira has been unable to gain entry to Germany to live with Hans as his wife, and they can only spend time together when he gets short periods of work or holiday in Iran. They decide to move together to the UK. Hans has no job the UK as yet, but is confident of getting one as he is experienced in a sought-after specialism.
Explain their position in European law.
Amira is concerned that if she does move to the UK with Hans she will be seen as an apostate and face severe punishment if she were to return to Iran. How does this help or hinder their legal position?
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