Spouse/Partner Visa
The UK Spouse or Partner visa allows you to join your husband, wife, civil partner, or long-term partner who is a British citizen or has settled status in the UK.
Who Is This Visa For?
This visa is for the spouse, civil partner, or unmarried partner of someone who is a British citizen, has settled status (Indefinite Leave to Remain), or has refugee status in the UK. You must be in a genuine and subsisting relationship.
Key Requirements
- Your partner must be a British citizen or have settled status in the UK
- You must be legally married, in a civil partnership, or have lived together for 2+ years
- Your relationship must be genuine and subsisting
- Meet the minimum income requirement (usually £29,000 per year)
- Prove your English language ability (at least CEFR Level A1)
- Have suitable accommodation in the UK
How We Help
- Assess whether you meet the relationship and financial requirements
- Help you compile strong relationship evidence (photos, communications, joint finances)
- Guide your UK-based partner through the financial requirement documents
- Review your English language test options and help you prepare
- Draft a detailed cover letter explaining your relationship history
- Support you through the entire application process
Common Questions
What counts as relationship evidence?
Evidence includes wedding/civil partnership certificates, photos together over time, travel records, communication history (messages, calls), joint financial commitments, and statements from friends and family.
What is the financial requirement?
Your UK-based partner typically needs to earn at least £29,000 per year. This can also be met through a combination of income and savings. The rules changed in 2024, so we'll advise you on the latest requirements.
Can this lead to permanent residency?
Yes. After 5 years on a spouse/partner visa (with extensions), you can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (permanent settlement) in the UK.
Quick Facts
Duration
2.5 years (renewable)
Processing Time
Up to 12 weeks
Settlement
Eligible after 5 years
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