Fiance Visa UK

As with all visa categories, there are strict conditions that must be proven as part of the application. Below is an outline of who can apply for a UK Fiance Visa.

The primary condition of the UK Fiance visa is that neither partner is in an existing marriage and that all previous marriages or civil partnerships have been concluded. As well as this, you must be able to show that you plan to get married (or enter into a civil partnership) within six months of coming to the UK.

Further eligibility criteria for UK Fiance visa applicants include the following:

• You and your partner are aged over 18 years old
• Your partner is based in the UK and is a British citizen or has settled status
• You can prove that your relationship meets the ‘genuine and subsisting’ relationship requirements
• You can provide evidence of your ability to meet the minimum financial requirement without accessing public funds as well as the adequate accommodation requirement
• You and your partner plan to live together permanently in the UK
• You meet the English language level requirement

All of the above must be evidence by documentation in your application.

The process can be complex and time-consuming and it may be worth engaging with a trained immigration solicitor to work with you on your case. Reach out to Newcastle Immigration Lawyers today if you require assistance with your case on 0191 303 8965, or contact us online,

There are language requirements that you must meet in order to be granted the Fiance Visa. You must obtain at least level A1 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages scale.

You should be able to prove this level with a certificate of an approved exam issued by a valid course provider. However, there are some people who do not need to take an exam.

People who do not need to take an English language exam include:

• Nationals of a recognised primary English-language speaking country
• Holders of a university degree that was taught through English at a valid university
• People aged over 65 years of age
• People who have a mental or physical condition that prevents them from proving their English language level
• Those who can demonstrate that they have exceptional circumstances that would prevent them from meeting the requirement

To get a UK Fiance Visa, you and your partner must demonstrate that you are willing to get married within six months of your application date and that you are in love.

Any document that proves the validity of your relationship may help support your application. Such documents that can serve as proofs of your relationship include:

• Birth certificates of your children(if you have any)
• Reference letters from family members and friends
• Bank statements of joint accounts

Newcastle Immigration Lawyers can help gather extensive evidence and documents to prove your relationship. If you are not sure of what evidence to provide, discuss it with our immigration experts for guidance and help. Call us on 0191 303 8965, or contact us online,

It is important for applicants to show that they can support themselves and any dependents in order to be granted a UK Fiance Visa.

You will not be permitted to access public funds while on your stay in the UK, therefore you must provide proof of your finances. The immigration rules do not allow a holder of the Fiance visa category to be employed or own a business.

Similar to the Spouse Visa, the minimum income requirement is £18,600. If you have a dependent child, you also need to prove an additional £3,800 for the first child and £2,400 for any other child dependents.

You must show how you meet the financial requirement through some of the following methods: a consistent salary or wage (employed or self-employed), relevant benefits including sick pay or parental pay, savings, income from a property, or pension payments.

Our simple guide provides an outline of what is involved in completing and submitting your UK Fiance Visa application.

Fiance Visa Application process

• Choose the correct online visa application form and enter the country where you intend to provide biometric information (facial photograph and fingerprints)
• Complete the initial sections of the application and the finance section
• When presented with a document checklist, you should state that you will submit all the correct documents with the application
• Make a choice regarding the standard service (two to three months processing time) or priority service (approximately six weeks)
• Choose a suitable appointment time at a visa application centre
• Submit payment for the application fee
• Attend your visa application centre appointment (where relevant) to provide your biometrics
• Ensure that all the relevant and necessary documents have been submitted

After this, you have done everything that is required and you should now wait for a decision on your UK Fiance Visa application.

Costs

As of February 2023, the Fiance(e) Visa application fee costs £1,538 if you apply from outside the UK, while there is a charge of £1,048 if you apply from inside the UK.

Processing time

Your application will usually be processed within two to three months following the submission of your application. If you have not provided all the information that was required by the application, you may be asked for further evidence.

This could then result in a delay in your application. Similarly, if the caseworker assessing your case requires additional information or evidence, the length of time to receive a decision on your application may be much longer.

In order to give yourself the knowledge that your application has been completed to the highest possible standard, it is recommended to work with an immigration solicitor. This may give you the best chance of a successful first-time application.

Get in touch with Newcastle Immigration Lawyers if you wish to apply for a fiance visa. Call 0191 303 8965 to speak with us or contact us online.

If you receive a positive decision on your Fiance Visa application, you will first receive an official letter or email from the Home Office to confirm this and outline the conditions of your stay.

You will be issued with a six-month Fiance Visa and you are required to enter the UK to get married to your partner or UK fiance within this period.

You should be aware that if you wish to continue living in the UK after your fiance visa expires, you will apply for a new visa category before its expiry date.

You may have some recourse if your Fiance Visa has been rejected or refused. You will be notified by an official letter or email if your application has not been granted, and this will outline the reasons why it was refused.

However, if you are confident that your UK fiance visa application was refused unfairly, you may challenge the decision. You can choose to lodge an administrative review to reconsider whether the application was dealt with correctly.

In some situations, you may have the ability to request a legal appeal if you believe that your Fiance visa application should have been accepted and you fulfil all the criteria.

In doing so, it is recommended to engage an immigration solicitor to support your appeal and give yourself the best chance of a successful appeal.

If you wish to come to the UK to marry without settling, you don’t need to apply for a UK fiance visa. You can consider other lower-cost routes, such as the Marriage Visitor Visa. As of February 2023, it costs £100 and allows you to marry your partner in the UK.

With the Marriage Visit Visa, you can get married enter into a civil partnership in the UK. Also, you can use this visa to give notice of the impending wedding or civil partnership in the UK.

You don’t need to apply for this visa if you are an Irish citizen or you have applied for the EU Settlement Scheme (regardless of if you have settled, pre-settled, or are still awaiting a decision). Also, if you qualify for British Citizenship, you cannot apply for a Marriage Visitor visa.

Unlike the fiance visa, the marriage visitor visa does not allow settlement or prolonged stay in the UK. It’s valid for six months, after which you must return to your home country; you cannot extend this visa or switch. Also, you cannot work, study, or bring dependants or family members on this visa. Furthermore, it doesn’t lead to Indefinite Leave to Remain.

If you have been granted your Fiance Visa and you have come to the UK and married or entered into a civil partnership with your partner, you can now begin the process of switching to a Spouse Visa.

This visa category has been designed for legally married couples who intend to live together permanently in the UK.

Many of the same conditions apply to the UK Spouse Visa as the UK Fiance Visa, with some key differences. There is a requirement to submit a new application and you must also pay the immigration health surcharge.

Unlike the Fiancé Visa, spouse visa holders can work or study in the UK. The time that you spend in the UK on this visa can be counted towards a potential application for indefinite leave to remain and later, British citizenship.

You can extend the Spouse Visa for an additional 30 months before you are eligible for indefinite leave to remain (ILR). After holding ILR for a year, you can apply to become a British citizen.