Last updated 2025-05-08
Visa overview
Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Enables spouses or partners of UK citizens or residents to live in the UK, requiring proof of relationship and meeting financial criteria.
The primary characteristics that define the conditions for obtaining and using a visa. These conditions may vary depending on the individual circumstances of the applicant and the decision of the immigration authorities of the country.
3 months
Validity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
If the decision on issuing a visa is positive, the foreign citizen in the passport is attached a sticker (visa sticker), which is called Entry Clearance. It is the one that contains the information about the validity period. These visas should be divided into two groups: visas for foreigners married to citizens or residents of the UK, their stay implies a period of more than six months; and visa for persons who are not in marriage, their stay is usually limited to six months. MARRIED: The validity period indicated on the sticker is the period during which the applicant must have time to enter the country: its owner has the right to enter the UK at any time before the expiry of its validity. Entry Clearance is usually valid for three months. After entering the UK on a 90-day vignette, the foreigner must create a UKVI account and link it to their immigration status. This allows them to access their eVisa online, which confirms their legal basis for staying in the United Kingdom. NOT MARRIED: Under UK law, Entry Clearance is both an entry and exit permit: the applicant cannot enter the country before the start date of the visa or exceed its validity. The decision on the validity of the visa is taken at the consulate and does not depend directly on the applicant. This type of visa can be valid for up to six months.
11 months
Length of stay
The maximum duration for which one is permitted to stay in the country continuously from the date of entry.
These visas should be divided into two groups: visas for foreigners married to citizens or residents of the UK, their stay implies a period of more than six months; and visa for persons who are not in marriage, their stay is usually limited to six months. MARRIED After entering the UK on a 90-day vignette, the foreigner must create a UKVI account and link it to their immigration status. This allows them to access their eVisa online, which confirms their legal basis for staying in the United Kingdom. The period of stay allowed under this visa is usually 33 months. The period of stay can be extended further. NOT MARRIED The duration of a specific visa stay is determined by the consulate, depending on the individual situation of the applicant and documentary confirmation of the purpose of the visit. The maximum stay allowed for this visa is up to 6 months. The period of stay can be extended further.
Individually
Extension of stay
The extension of the maximum duration of stay in the country initially permitted by the visa, subject to approval by the immigration authorities. This is typically processed within the country without the need for departure.
The visa is not renewed, but rather the residence permit (eVisa), which after 33 months is replaced by an additional residence permit. After 5 years, a foreign citizen who entered on this visa is entitled to receive an unlimited residence permit.
multiple-entry
The ability to enter and exit the country an unlimited number of times, unless otherwise specified, within the visa's validity period.
Number of entries
A parameter specifying the number of times the visa holder can enter the country during its validity period. Visas can be single-entry, multiple-entry, or with a specified number of entries.
This visa allows multiple entry into the country.
5 months 18 days
Processing time
The period during which the immigration authorities review the application and make a decision regarding the issuance of the visa. Only business days are counted, excluding weekends and public holidays.
Normally, for applications from outside the UK, it takes up to 24 weeks to process an application. This period may be extended in individual cases, especially when additional verification of the application is required.
£1,938
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
The consular fee may vary depending on the specific purpose of the visit and the validity period of the visa. The consular fee is an official payment for processing a visa application by the UK embassy or consulate and does not include any additional fees that may be required depending on the place and method of submission, such as a visa centre fee, The cost of processing permits and other documents, postal and courier delivery of documents and others.
A list of documents required for visa application. The exact list depends on the chosen visa type, the purpose of the visit, and the individual conditions of the applicant.
The essential minimum documents required for a visa application, such as a passport or visa application form. These are necessary regardless of the location, method, or conditions of the application.
Passport
Valid for the entire duration of the stay, or other travel document with all applications when traveling to the UK. The passport must have at least 1 page blank for a visa.
Documents that specify, substantiate, and confirm the purpose of the visit, as well as provide necessary information about the applicant and their future activities in the country.
Proof of relationship
Such as marriage certificate or civil partnership certificate; a tenancy agreement, utility bills or council tax bills; confirming that the applicant lives at the same address or pay bills together; a bank statement from a joint bank account, letters confirming the applicant and the partner are on the voting register for the same address; student finance paperwork.
Proof of a partner or spouse meets requirements
The partner must meet one of the requirements: - be a British or Irish citizen; - have settled in the UK; - be from the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and have pre-settled status; - have a Turkish businessperson visa or Turkish worker visa; - have protection status; - have permission to stay as a stateless person.
Proof of partners (spouses) meet requirements
Both of the partners need to be 18 or over.
Information about children
The applicant needs to give details about own children (and the partner’s children if she/he has one). The applicant will be asked about all children, even if they’re not applying.
Information about life outside the UK
Information about countries outside the UK the applicant has lived in and visited, and about family and friends in the countries where she/he was born or has nationality.
Proof of good knowledge of English
A certificate of academic qualification or CEFR test result if the applicant needs evidence of English language proficiency in accordance with the requirements of UK government.
Proof of meeting the financial requirements
Documents such as bank statements, employment certificates etc., proving that the applicant and her/his partner meet the minimum income requirement of UK government.
Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.
Proof of financial mean
Financial documents showing that the applicant has sufficient funds available, showing the access to the funds, such as: bank statements which detail the origin of the funds held; building society books which detail the origin of the funds held; proof of earnings, such as a letter from the employer confirming employment details (start date of employment, salary, role, company contact details).
Tuberculosis test certificate
If the applicant has been residing within a country listed in Appendix Tuberculosis (TB) of the Immigration Rules for the 6 months immediately preceding the application. The certificate must be no older than 6 months when applying for a visa. The test certificate must be from either an: approved test center abroad or in the UK.
Travel history
Copies of previous passports showing evidence of travel to other countries.
Documents for minor children
Legal document showing the relationship between the applicant and at least 1 of their parents or guardians, for example a birth certificate or adoption papers. If the foreigner is not traveling with the parent or guardian, they need to provide written consent from both parents or legal guardians (or one parent if they have sole responsibility).
Letter of invitation
From inviting persons or organizations, or sending organizations, with a description of the purpose of the visit and/or details of the event, coverage of financial costs and contact information.
Receipt of fee payment
Confirming full payment of visa fees and required charges.
Medical certificates
Health certificates, vaccination certificates, etc. depending on the purpose of the visit, citizenship and country of submission of documents by the applicant.
Proof of sponsorship
If someone else (the sponsor) is providing for travel, maintenance or accommodation it's necessary to provide evidence showing: what support is being provided and whether it extends to any dependent family and how this support is being provided; the person supporting the applicant has enough funds to adequately support themselves and their dependents.
Proof of accommodation
Hotel reservation, rental agreement, invitation from relatives, friends or organizations or other accommodation options.
Current immigration or residence status
Proof of legal residence if the applicant is not a national of the country in which he applies but has the right to reside there and if it is not included in the passport.
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
The minimum criteria that each visa applicant must meet. If these criteria are not met, justifications and convincing evidence of intent to visit the country must be provided.
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.
Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.
The characteristics of a visa according to its classification by types, categories, and visit purposes. These are selected by the applicant during the application process, typically indicated on the visa application form and reflected in corresponding annotations on the visa itself.
Category
The classification within a visa type that specifies more specific conditions, characteristics of obtaining, and using the visa. Categories may vary in terms of duration, stay conditions, and the rights granted by the visa.
Family
Links to official resources upon which the information presented on the website is based. Information portals of government bodies or diplomatic representations of the country responsible for visa issuance and immigration policy in general.
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The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
3 months
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
£1,938