Despite the nature of one’s relationship with a British national, no one has automatic entry into the UK. Anyone interested in entering the UK must first apply for a visa, even if they are married or engaged. A spouse visa and a partner visa must receive full clearance before the individual can enter the UK. There are various rules associated with the spouse visa and the partner visa and all of the limitations must be met before any individual is allowed entry into the UK.

Those individuals affianced and interested in receiving a partner visa must know the individual they are to marry, must have already met the Britain national, and must intend to reside with the British national. The partner visa applicant must also be able to provide proof that they can be accommodated and supported without the use of public funds. If a partner visa is approved, the individual seeking entry into the UK will have a six-month approval and will not be allowed to work in the UK until after they have married.

A spouse visa also has requirements that must be met before it can be approved for an individual’s entry into the UK. The spouse of the spouse visa applicant must be living in the UK, applying for entry into the UK, have a home in the UK, or have an indefinite leave. Upon approval of a spouse visa, the individual or both partners will receive approval for a period of 24 months to enter the UK. During the two-year period the individual with an approved spouse visa can work in the UK. For further information please contact us using the telephone number provided or the enquiry form below.