How do I export WhatsApp chat for a UK Spouse Visa (Appendix FM)?

Export your chat with your spouse as a .zip or .txt file from WhatsApp. Upload it to ChatDocket, select UK Home Office Preset, apply 3 messages per week smart sampling, and print your 15-25 page document complete with Cover Page Analytics, Call Summary, and Photo Grid.

Does USCIS accept WhatsApp chat logs for I-130 and CR1 visa petitions?

Yes, USCIS accepts chronological WhatsApp chat exports as secondary corroborating evidence of a bona fide marriage. ChatDocket formats these into official exhibit packets with date stamps, call logs, and Bates numbering.

What is Canada IRCC's 10-page limit for WhatsApp chat history?

IRCC Guide IMM 5289 advises submitting a maximum of approximately 10 pages of communication history. ChatDocket includes a dedicated Canada IRCC preset that targets exactly 10-15 pages using proportional milestone sampling.

Is my chat private and safe from server data leaks?

100% safe. ChatDocket is an offline-capable, client-side web application. All zip extraction, regex parsing, media blob rendering, and PDF generation happen strictly inside your browser memory. Zero bytes are uploaded to any server.

Can I redact sensitive financial and personal numbers?

Yes! ChatDocket features 1-click bulk PII redaction for phone numbers, email addresses, and bank accounts, as well as an interactive redaction mode where you can click any specific message to apply a black-out redaction bar.

Does ChatDocket support Bates numbering for court exhibits?

Yes, sequential Bates stamping (e.g. EXHIBIT-0001) is fully supported with custom prefixes, certified statements of truth (CPR Part 32), and SHA-256 tamper-evident digital hashes.

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WhatsApp Chat to Official Legal & Spouse Visa PDF

Upload your exported WhatsApp .zip or .txt file below or try our live demo to create embassy-approved PDF packets in seconds.

1. Upload ChatWhatsApp .zip or .txt (or try Demo)

2. Auto-FormatSelect UKVI, USCIS, or IRCC Preset

3. Download PDFBates Stamped & SHA-256 Verified

Upload WhatsApp .ZIP or .TXT File(s)

Drag and drop your WhatsApp export archive, or click below to browse. You can also test with our 1-click sample demo!

100% Local In-Browser Privacy Supports .zip with photos & calls Supports raw .txt files

Embassy Compliant Presets & Official Formatting Guides

All Guides →

🇬🇧 UK Home OfficeAppendix FM Partner VisaRead Guide →🇺🇸 US USCISForm I-130 / CR1 Bona FideRead Guide →🇨🇦 Canada IRCCGuide IMM 5289 (10-Pg Limit)Read Guide →🇦🇺 Australia DHASubclass 820/801 RelationshipRead Guide →

How to get the .ZIP file from your phone

Follow these simple 4 steps in WhatsApp to export your chat:

1Open Chat & Tap Contact Name

Open WhatsApp, tap your chat with your spouse, and tap their name at the top to open Contact Info.

2Tap "Export Chat"

Scroll all the way down to the bottom of the screen and tap the Export Chat option.

3Select "Attach Media"

Choose Attach Media so photos, audio notes, and call records are included in the zip.

4Save to Files or AirDrop

Tap Save to Files (or AirDrop to PC/Mac) to get the .zip file, then drop it into the box above!

Don't have your WhatsApp ZIP export handy right now?You can test the features using our realistic 6-month sample demonstration chat (Tariq & Sarah).

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Spouse & Fiancé Visas

UK Home Office Appendix FM, USCIS I-130, IRCC Canada spousal sponsorship. Proof of genuine & subsisting relationship.

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Civil Court Litigation

Bates stamped forensic exhibits (`Exhibit A - Page 001`), line-by-line numbering, and cryptographic SHA-256 evidence integrity.

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Family Court & Child Custody

Document co-parenting discussions, child support promises, harassment logs, and highlight missed voice & video calls.

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Landlord & Tenant Disputes

Security deposit deductions, mold/repair notices, rent payment confirmations, and lease agreement text exchanges.

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Freelancer & Client Contracts

Document client approvals on WhatsApp, scope change authorizations, deliverable acceptance, and unpaid invoice discussions.

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Export Tutorials (iOS & Android)

Complete walkthrough on exporting WhatsApp chats with photos, voice notes, and call stamps as .zip or .txt files.

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Manual Screenshots vs. Copy-Paste vs. ChatDocket

Why immigration lawyers and visa applicants replace manual screenshots with structured evidentiary packets.

Requirement	Manual Screenshots	Raw .TXT Dump	ChatDocket Exporter
Time to Prepare	4–10 hours	1 hour (messy)	Under 5 minutes
Page Target (IRCC 10-Pg / UKVI 15–25 Pg)	Disorganized images	1,000+ unread pages	Auto Smart Sampling
Bates Stamps & SHA-256 Hash	Not available	Not available	Sequential Auto + Certificate
Voice/Video Call Schedule & Gaps	Manual crops only	Buried in raw lines	Dedicated Cover & Call Log Pages
Privacy (Zero Server Upload)	Depends on editor	Cloud converters upload files	100% Local Browser RAM

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Universal Extraction

Extracts .zip archives containing _chat.txt or WhatsApp Chat.txt alongside photos and voice records strictly in local RAM.

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Smart Embassy Sampling

Condenses thousands of messages into an official 15-25 page packet (UK Home Office, USCIS) or 10 pages (Canada IRCC) with call tables and gap explanations.

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Vector A4 PDF Output

Bates stamps (Exhibit A - Page 001), cryptographic SHA-256 integrity hash, line numbers, and certified translation stamps.

Answers for Applicants & Solicitors

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about embassy compliance, privacy, and evidence rules.

Chat Docket operates on a zero-knowledge WebAssembly client architecture. Your exported WhatsApp .zip and .txt files are decrypted, parsed, and converted to vector A4 PDFs strictly within your browser’s local RAM. Not a single character, phone number, or photo ever touches an external server.