Quick answer
A spouse can be linked to a member's SHA account. Documentation and matching details are where most difficulties come from.
What this means
Spouse registration links your husband or wife to your membership as a dependant. It depends on details matching across records.
Why you may be seeing it
- Names differ across documents
- Your spouse is already registered separately
- Documentation questions about the marriage
What information may matter
- Both of your identification details
- Whether your spouse has their own SHA record
- Any documents relating to the marriage
What you can check
- Check that names are spelled the same across documents.
- Find out whether your spouse already registered on their own.
When assistance may be useful
Documents not lining up? Tell SHA Desk what's happening and we'll help you understand the options.
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What if my spouse is already registered?
That can affect how linking works. SHA Desk can help you understand what applies.
Official sources & references
Official procedures, requirements and benefits are set by the relevant authorities and can change.
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