Spouse Visa UK Salary Requirement 2025
What this article is about: This is a practitioner-level guide to the UK spouse/partner visa financial requirement under Appendix FM and Appendix FM-SE. It explains the 2025 minimum income requirement (MIR) of £29,000, how the Home Office calculates and verifies income, when and how cash savings can offset any shortfall, and the limited exemptions (adequate […]
UK Spouse Visa Document Checklist 2025
A UK Spouse Visa application stands or falls on the strength of its documentation. Under Appendix FM and Appendix FM-SE of the Immigration Rules, applicants must demonstrate eligibility through clear, correctly formatted evidence covering their relationship, finances, accommodation, and English language ability. The evidential burden lies entirely with the applicant and sponsor, and caseworkers will […]
Spouse Visa Application 2025 Guide
The decision to grant a spouse visa can determine whether partners live together or remain apart across borders. That makes getting the process right critical. An incomplete or non-compliant application risks refusal and the loss of fees, whereas a well-prepared submission with clear supporting evidence helps UKVI reach a decision efficiently. Even after success, initial […]
UK Spouse Visa Fees 2025 | Costs & Application Guide
Applying for a UK Spouse Visa is a major step for individuals who wish to live in the United Kingdom with their partner. For many applicants, one of the most pressing considerations is the total cost of the visa process. From the initial Home Office application fee to the Immigration Health Surcharge and additional expenses […]
Spouse Visa UK Fees 2025: Full Cost Guide
Applying for a UK spouse visa is a major step for couples planning to live together in the UK. For most applicants, the key question is cost: the Home Office application fee, the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS), and a range of additional charges can add up quickly. This guide explains what you should expect to […]
Spouse Visa UK Requirements & Application Guide
If you are married to, or in a durable partnership with, a British citizen or a person who is settled in the UK, you do not automatically acquire immigration status. You must apply to the Home Office for permission to come to, or remain in, the UK on the partner route and prove that you […]