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The UK Fiance Visa (also called the Fiancée Visa, Proposed Civil Partner Visa, or Engagement Visa) is part of the family visa category. It allows an eligible foreign national, over the age of 18, to enter the UK to get married or enter into a civil partnership with a British citizen or a person who has settled status in the UK (such as Indefinite Leave to Remain or EU Settled Status).
To qualify, applicants must meet specific criteria. Once granted a Fiance Visa, you have six months from your entry date into the UK to get married or enter into a civil partnership. After this, you can apply for a Spouse Visa, which permits you to stay for an initial period of 33 months. This visa can be extended for another 30 months, after which you may apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), allowing you to stay permanently in the UK without needing further immigration approval.
To successfully apply for a Fiance Visa, you must meet the following eligibility criteria:
To qualify, you must prove that you are in a genuine relationship with your UK-based partner. This means:
The UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) closely scrutinizes relationships to prevent sham marriages or partnerships.
If you’re unsure about meeting this requirement, consult an immigration solicitor.
As an applicant, you and your partner must show a minimum combined gross annual income of £29,000. This income can come from:
If you have savings exceeding £16,000, they can contribute to meeting this financial requirement. For instance, if you have £17,500 in savings, the calculation would reduce your required annual income to £28,400. You will need to declare the source of these savings when applying.
Exemptions from Financial Requirements:
Certain sponsors receiving specific benefits (e.g., Disability Living Allowance or Carer’s Allowance) may be exempt from the £29,000 requirement, but the applicant still needs to prove they can financially support themselves and have suitable accommodation in the UK.
You must demonstrate proficiency in English by:
Exemptions:
You are exempt if you are over 65, have a physical or mental condition that prevents you from meeting the requirement, or are from an English-speaking country such as the USA, Canada, or Australia.
You must show you have suitable living arrangements in the UK, which should:
When applying, you must provide the following:
Due to the complexity of the documentation, it’s recommended to seek legal advice from a family immigration solicitor to avoid delays or refusal.
The application process is completed online. You will need to:
The Fiance Visa allows you to stay in the UK for six months to get married or enter a civil partnership. Once married, you can apply for a Spouse Visa, which allows you to stay for up to 30 months, with a possibility to extend for another 30 months.
After residing in the UK for five years on a combination of a Fiance and Spouse Visa, you can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). To qualify, you must:
The key differences between the two visas are:
Applications can be refused for several reasons, such as failing to meet financial or accommodation requirements, or not providing sufficient evidence. If your visa is refused, an immigration solicitor can help you with the next steps.
For more assistance, reach out to an immigration solicitor to ensure the best possible outcome.
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