SPOUSE VISA & CIVIL PARTNER VISA EXTENSIONS | UK VISA REQUIREMENTS | UK VISA & IMMIGRATION ADVICE

In today's vlog, our Senior Immigration Lawyer Oliver Westmoreland will provide a comprehensive guide on Spouse Visa and Civil Partner Visa extensions in the UK, covering everything you need to know for your visa renewal process. Whether you're applying for the first time inside the UK or renewing your existing visa, this video walks you through the key requirements, financial thresholds, and important updates.

🔹 Difference between Spouse And Civil Partner visa route:

A spouse is someone who is legally married to another person. Marriage is recognised as a traditional union between two people, typically conducted through a religious or civil ceremony.

A civil partner is someone who has entered into a civil partnership, which is a legally recognised relationship similar to marriage but without the traditional connotations of a wedding ceremony. Civil partnerships were originally introduced in the UK in 2004 to allow same-sex couples legal rights similar to marriage.

Key Points:

Different Types of Partner Visas:
There are various partner visas available depending on your relationship status — married, in a civil partnership, or in a long-term unmarried relationship.

Initial Visa Period and Applying for an Extension:
The first visa is typically granted for 30 to 33 months, and an extension is required before the visa expires. It is very important to do your visa extension before it expires otherwise you will become an overstayer and it may impact your next application negatively.

Pathways to Settlement:
You can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain after two visa grants or follow the 10-year route in more complex cases. To know which route you may be on or qualify for you can get in touch with us and our team of experienced immigration lawyers would be glad to help.

Financial Requirements and Income Thresholds:
To extend your visa, you must meet certain financial requirements, at the moment the financial requirement is £29,000. You can combine income and savings if necessary.

Accommodation Standards:
Your living arrangements must comply with UK immigration standards, ensuring no overcrowding as defined by law.

English Language Requirements:
You must meet specific English language standards at different stages of the visa process, from A1 for the first visa to A2 for the extension. Unless exemptions apply. You can read about the exemptions here: https://gsnimmigration.co.uk/english-...

Visa Extension Refusals and Appeals:
If your extension is refused, you have the right to appeal and can address any new circumstances that arose after the decision, especially if criminal convictions are involved. You can watch our useful vlog about refusals and appeals here:    • APPEAL REFUSED BEFORE THE FIRST TIER TRIBU...  

Stay informed and ensure you meet all the necessary requirements for your visa extension. Need help with your application? Our team is here to provide expert advice and support.

✅ You can also read our blog to get more information on current financial requirement for Spouse visa. Click on the link: https://gsnimmigration.co.uk/29000-pa...

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