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UK Fiance / Fiancee Visa

People who are planning to marry a British citizen or permanent resident in the UK may apply for a fiance / fiancee visa in order to do this. Unlike most other visas of its kind, there is no requirement that the applicant and the sponsor have lived together before applying.

 Check your eligibility for a Fiance Visa

Fiance / Fiancee Visa Requirements

• The sponsor and the applicant must intend to get married within a six month period.
• They must have met each other.
• They must intend  to live together permanently.
• The applicant must be able to support him/herself, or be supported by their partner, without access to public funds.
• There must be adequate accommodation in place.

Conditions Of the Visa

• Successful applicants are granted a 6 month visa in which to come to the UK and get married. They are not allowed to work while on this visa.
• Applicants must then apply for a marriage visa once married, which if successful, gives them 2 years to live and work without restrictions in the UK.
• If the relationship is still continuing after this 2 year period, applicants may apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).

Do you qualify for a Fiance Visa?