The United Kingdom is well-known for its diversity, vibrant lifestyle, top-tier education system, and over 150 renowned universities and institutions. As one of the most popular immigration destinations, the UK has welcomed thousands of immigrants from India, who have settled and are enjoying a high quality of life. For those looking to reunite with their spouse in the UK, navigating the spouse visa process can be complex. Our team at HelloVisa is here to provide you with expert guidance. Below, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about applying for a UK spouse visa.
The UK spouse visa, often referred to as a partner visa, allows individuals to join their spouse or partner who is residing in the UK for an extended period. This visa provides an opportunity for couples to live together in the UK, with full rights to work, study, and travel freely within the country. To obtain this visa, applicants need to go through a detailed application process that may take some time for review. Several important criteria must be met in order to be eligible for the UK spouse visa, which we will outline below.
If you are applying from India, you are eligible for a UK spouse visa if your partner:
Is a British or Irish citizen
Holds permanent residency in the UK (e.g., indefinite leave to remain or settled status)
Has been granted refugee status or humanitarian protection in the UK
Holds a Turkish Businessperson or Turkish Worker visa
Apart from the eligibility conditions mentioned above, applicants must also meet a few general requirements to qualify for the visa. These include:
Both partners must be over 18 years of age
You must be legally married or in a recognized civil partnership
You should be able to demonstrate the authenticity of your relationship
Your partner in the UK must be able to financially support you once you arrive
You must meet certain English language proficiency requirements
To ensure that your application is successful, it's important to provide proper documentation that meets all of the necessary criteria. Here’s a breakdown of how to satisfy each requirement:
Proof of Genuine Relationship: Submit a valid marriage or civil partnership certificate along with evidence that demonstrates the authenticity of your relationship, such as joint bills, wedding photographs, and messages. Your marriage should be at least two years old to strengthen your application.
Financial Requirements: The combined annual income of you and your UK-based spouse should be at least £18,600. This income can come from employment, self-employment, pension funds, or other financial assets, such as savings.
English Language Proficiency: You must demonstrate proficiency in English, which can be done by providing proof of an A1 level of English on the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) scale or through academic qualifications.
Accommodation: You will need to provide evidence of accommodation in the UK, which can typically be your partner’s living arrangement.
Check Eligibility: Ensure that you and your partner meet the eligibility requirements.
Prepare Documents: Gather all necessary documents, including the completed application form, passport, proof of relationship, English proficiency, and financial status.
Submit Online Application: Complete the online application and submit it with the required supporting documents.
Biometric Appointment: Book an appointment to provide your fingerprints and photographs for biometric verification.
Attend an Interview: You may be required to attend an interview at the UK embassy or consulate.
Await Decision: Once the interview is complete, the decision on your visa will follow.
The cost of applying for a UK spouse visa from India is approximately £1,538. Additional costs may include a healthcare surcharge of £624 and biometric fees of around £19.20. Processing times typically range up to 24 weeks, though applicants can opt for a priority service for faster processing at an additional cost.
After living in the UK for a minimum of five years on a spouse visa, you may become eligible to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), allowing you to stay in the UK without any immigration restrictions.
If you’re ready to begin your UK spouse visa application, get in touch with our experienced consultants at HelloVisa. We’ll guide you through every step of the process and help you achieve your immigration goals.
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Our programs aim at the overall development of an individual not only for the exams but for their bright future as well.
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Our Grammar and Spoken English course is designed in such a way that it caters to need of every individual who aims to carve a niche in the society. It covers a wide range of topics and everyday situations that will help the learners to overcome this shortcoming in their personal as well as professional life.
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