Regulated by the Immigration Advice Authority · Ref No. F201700062
Family and Partners
This route is for couples who intend to marry or form a civil partnership in the UK.
It is a short route with a clear purpose, and it is important to plan for what happens after the ceremony as well as for the application itself.
The fiancé or proposed civil partner route grants a short period of permission to come to the UK to marry or form a civil partnership. It does not permit work, and it does not lead directly to settlement.
After the marriage takes place, the applicant applies from inside the UK for permission as a partner, and the clock towards settlement starts from that grant.
The Home Office expects evidence that the marriage or civil partnership will take place during the period of permission: a booked venue, notice given where possible, correspondence with the registrar, and a credible plan.
Vague intentions to marry at some point are a common reason for refusal, as is a plan that could not realistically be completed within the permission granted.
The financial requirement, accommodation, English language and suitability requirements apply. Because the applicant cannot work during this period, the sponsor's position carries the weight.
What is actually needed depends on your circumstances. We confirm the list with you before anything is prepared.
We start with your history, your relationships, your work and your time in the UK. The right route follows from the facts.
We explain which route fits, what it requires and what the realistic alternatives are if it does not.
We work out what the Home Office will expect, what you already have and what needs to be obtained.
We prepare the application, explain anything that needs explaining and advise on what happens after submission.
This page is general information about UK immigration and is not advice on your individual circumstances. Requirements, guidance and procedures change. Please obtain advice before relying on anything published here.
We will tell you how UKU can assist, and what the realistic options are.
