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What is a Fiancee / Proposed Civil Partner Visa?

The purpose of the fiancé(e) or proposed civil partner visa is to allow a foreign national to come to the UK to get married or enter a civil partnership in the UK rather than abroad. They are granted six months' leave to enter during which time they are expected to marry. After this period, or once the parties are married, the applicant can apply for a spouse or civil partner visa which is valid for 2 years.

If the couple have not married or entered a civil partnership during that period they must show 'good cause' why the marriage or civil partnership has not taken place and that it will take place at an early date and can then apply for a further six months' leave to remain as a fiancé/e or proposed civil partner. The foreign national is not allowed to work during this 6 month period in the UK.

Use the form opposite to make an enquiry.

Children Related Visa
If you are present and settled in the UK, you may wish for your children (if adopted, it will have to be established whether the adoption is recognised under UK law) to apply for a visa to join you in the UK under one of the following circumstances:
•Both parents are present and settled in the United Kingdom

•Both parents are being admitted on the same occasion for settlement

•One parent is present and settled in the United Kingdom and the other is being admitted on the same occasion for settlement

•One parent is present and settled in the United Kingdom or being admitted on the same occasion for settlement and the other parent is dead

•One parent is present and settled in the United Kingdom or being admitted on the same occasion for settlement and has had sole responsibility for the child's upbringing

•One parent or a relative is present and settled in the United Kingdom or being admitted on the same occasion for settlement and there are serious and compelling family or other considerations which make exclusion of the child undesirable and suitable arrangements have been made for the child's care.
 
What is a Marriage /Civil Partner Visa?
TSpouses and civil partners are treated identically under immigration rules. They can apply for entry clearance to join their spouse/partner who in turn acts as their sponsor in the UK. The parties must show that they are legally married, according to the laws of the country in which the marriage took place, or that they have contracted a legal civil partnership in a country in which such partnerships are recognised. During this period the spouse/partner will have no restriction on employment (or on starting a business).
What are the Conditions / Requirements of such a Visa?
Initially they will be granted two years' leave to enter or remain and must apply for indefinite leave to remain on completion of that probationary period provided that:

•The couple are still married or living together in a subsisting relationship and have completed two years in that capacity

•The couple intend to live permanently together

•There will be adequate maintenance and accommodation for the couple without recourse to public funds.
Can I Settle in the UK under this Visa?
Yes, subject to specific requirement of the Immigration Rules, the foreign national can apply for settlement after two years, if, amongst other things, the marriage / civil partnership is still subsisting.
The Benefits of securing a Marriage / Civil Partnership Visa:
•You will enjoy the ability to live and work in the UK with your loved one

• You can bring your children to live with you

• You may be eligible to apply for settlement after just 2 years
Benefits of Choosing UK Migration Lawyers
  • Same day visa services ensuring your passport is endorsed within 24 hours for certain working category applications
  • Success rate of over 90% in these types of applications
  • Fixed fees so you stay in control
  • Direct access to qualified solicitors - with in-depth experience
  • Specialist solicitors who can get the application right the first time
  • Succeeded in complex cases where others have failed
  • Helped scores of individuals & families switch or extend their status in such categories in the UK, many of whom go on to become settled.
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  • Consultation with a specialist solicitor to assess your eligibility, avoid disappointment and wasted fees


Call now to speak to an immigration specialist on 0121 702 1407 Should you need an in depth consultation, consultations are charged at £150 for 30 minutes.

* as of 1st April 2011
** this is dependent on whether the same day service is available for a particular category by the home office.