Fiancé visa
The UK Fiance Visa allows individuals, typically non-EEA nationals, to enter the UK to marry or enter a civil partnership with a UK-based partner who is a British citizen or has settled status. This visa grants a stay of up to 6 months, during which the marriage or civil partnership must take place. After marriage, the Fiance Visa holder can apply for a Spouse Visa, which allows them to stay and work in the UK.
Key aspects of the UK Fiance Visa:
- Purpose:
To allow individuals to enter the UK for the purpose of marriage or civil partnership with a UK-based partner.
- Duration:
The visa is valid for up to 6 months from the date of entry into the UK.
- Marriage/Civil Partnership:
The holder must marry or enter into a civil partnership within the 6-month validity period.
- Transition to Spouse Visa:
After marriage, the Fiance Visa holder can apply for a Spouse Visa, which allows them to remain in the UK and work.
- Requirements:
The applicant must demonstrate a genuine and subsisting relationship with their sponsor, meet the financial requirements, and have adequate accommodation.
- Restrictions:
While on a Fiance Visa, the applicant cannot work or engage in certain activities.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
1. General Requirements:
- Age: Both the applicant and their partner must be at least 18 years old.
- Genuine Relationship: The relationship must be genuine and intended to be permanent.
- Intention to Marry: The couple must intend to marry within six months of the fiancé's arrival in the UK.
- Financial Stability: The couple must demonstrate they have enough income to support themselves without relying on public funds. The minimum income requirement is £29,000 per year.
- Accommodation: The couple must have suitable accommodation that is not overcrowded.
- English Language: The applicant must demonstrate a basic understanding of English.
- Valid Passport: A valid passport is required.
- No Prohibited Relationship: The applicant and their partner must not be within a prohibited degree of relationship as defined by UK law.
2. Financial Requirements:
- The UK-based partner must demonstrate a combined income of at least £29,000 per year.
- This income requirement can increase if the applicant also has dependents.
3. Relationship Requirements:
- Meeting in Person: The applicant and their partner must have met in person.
- Genuine and Subsisting: The relationship must be genuine and ongoing.
- Intention to Live Together: The couple must intend to live together in the UK permanently after marriage.
- No Previous Relationships: Any previous relationships must have ended permanently.
4. English Language Requirement:
- Applicants from non-English speaking countries typically need to take an approved SELT test to prove their English language proficiency.
- The required level is A1 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
5. Other Requirements:
- Valid Application: A valid application must be submitted.
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