UK Spouse Visa Applications
A UK Spouse Visa allows married partners of British citizens or settled persons to live together in the UK. Our immigration team provides expert support throughout the spouse visa application process, ensuring that you meet all eligibility requirements and submit a strong application. We assist with financial, accommodation, and relationship evidence to give you the best chance of success. Reach out to us today for compassionate, reliable guidance on your UK Spouse Visa journey.
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Helping you with Spouse Visa Applications
If you’re looking to join your spouse or partner in the UK, our experienced immigration lawyers can help you secure your right to live in the UK with a Spouse Visa. This visa allows you to enter or remain in the UK as long as your spouse or partner meets certain conditions. We frequently support couples with these complex applications, whether submitted from within the UK or abroad.
Spouse visa applications require thorough preparation, especially in demonstrating that your relationship is genuine and that you can meet financial and accommodation requirements. Our dedicated immigration team go beyond simple document preparation, offering personalised guidance to couples seeking to reunite in the UK and ensuring every aspect of their application is as strong as possible. If a UK spouse visa may not be the best fit based on your goals and circumstances, we will advise on alternative options during your initial consultation.
What is a UK Spouse Visa?
A UK spouse visa is an endorsement placed within a passport that allows the holder, and some dependants to move to or remain in the UK for up to 5 years. The holder is also permitted to work in any job. However, you cannot claim most benefits.
You can also bring children with you as dependants if:
- They are under the age of 18 years
- They do not live an independent life
A UK Spouse Visa offers a path toward settled status in the UK, with an option to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after five years, provided you meet the requirements. This can be a complex application process, especially in gathering evidence of a genuine relationship and meeting financial and accommodation requirements. We recommend consulting with an experienced immigration solicitor to improve your chances of a successful application.
What are the requirements for a UK Spouse Visa?
To qualify for a UK spouse visa, your partner will need to:
- Be a British or Irish citizen, or have indefinite leave to remain status or pre-settled status in the UK
- Earn at least £29,000 a year
And the applicant will need to:
- Be over the age of 18
- Speak English
- Prove that the relationship is genuine by either marriage, civil partnership or engaged
- Pass the ‘Genuine Relationship Test’
- Intend on living together permanently in accommodation which your partner owns or occupies exclusively
Additionally, your application mustn’t fall for refusal under the General Grounds of Refusal rules.
Further information on UK Spouse Visa Applications
It is important to note that if your spouse visa application is accepted, your initial visa will be valid for a short period for the purpose of travelling to the UK. Upon arrival in the UK, you will be issued with a biometric residence permit for a period of 33 months confirming your grant of Leave to Remain. If you want to remain in the UK for longer than 33 months, you will need to make an in-country application for Further Leave to Remain for an additional 33 months. Rest assured, we will be here to help and advise when you need to reapply. You can remain in the UK until the Home Office make their decision, with the same entitlements under the terms of your visa.
Why Leonard Solicitors?
Applications for spouse visas are highly complicated and require an expert to help you understand the requirement. Proceeding without legal advice can cost you in the long run if your application is unsuccessful. There are no two cases that are the same when it comes to applying for a UK spouse visa, which is why our immigration lawyers will get to know you personally and provide bespoke advice based on your circumstances.
Leonard Solicitors continues to practice immigration law since 1990, forging our excellent reputation with migrants. We are accredited under the Law Society’s Immigration & Asylum scheme, meaning you will receive a high standard of advice and legal assistance from our lawyers.
