Partner and Spouse Visas

The partner and spouse visa route allows eligible individuals to join their husband, wife, civil partner, unmarried partner or fiancé(e) in the UK.

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Applications generally require evidence relating to:

• Genuine and ongoing relationship

• Financial requirement

• Suitable accommodation

• English language requirement where applicable

• Immigration and relationship history

 

Financial requirements and immigration rules may vary depending on when previous applications were made and the applicant’s immigration category.

 

Fiancé(e) Visa

The fiancé(e) visa route allows individuals to enter the UK to marry or enter into a civil partnership with their UK-based partner.

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Applicants are generally required to demonstrate:

• Genuine relationship

• Intention to marry or form a civil partnership within the permitted period

• Financial and accommodation requirements

• Immigration compliance

 

Following the marriage or civil partnership, applicants may be eligible to apply to switch into a partner visa route from within the UK.

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Certain children and parents may be eligible to apply under UK family immigration rules.

Applications may include:

• Child dependant visas

• Parent visas

• Applications involving sole responsibility

• Applications involving shared care arrangements

 

These applications can involve detailed evidence relating to family relationships, living arrangements and financial support.

 

Family Visa Extensions and Settlement

Many family routes may lead to settlement in the UK subject to meeting the relevant immigration requirements.

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Applicants extending their stay or applying for settlement may need to demonstrate:

• Continued genuine relationship

• Ongoing financial compliance

• Continuous residence

• English language and Life in the UK requirements where applicable

 

BPA assists with:

• Family visa extensions

• Settlement (Indefinite Leave to Remain) applications

• Applications involving excessive absences or complex immigration history

• Relationship evidence preparation

 

Our Services

BPA provides professional assistance with:

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• Spouse and partner visa applications

• Fiancé(e) visa applications

• Child and parent applications

• Adult dependant relative applications

• Family visa extensions

• Settlement applications

• Supporting document review

• Relationship and financial evidence guidance

• Previous refusal and complex immigration history advice

 

We understand the importance of family unity and aim to provide practical and supportive guidance throughout the application process.

 

Important Notice

UK family immigration rules and financial requirements are subject to regular changes by the Home Office.

For the most up-to-date official guidance, please refer to:
UK Family Visas – GOV.UK