United Kingdom · Family Visas

Fiancé(e) and proposed civil partner

Allows individuals to enter the UK for up to 6 months to marry or enter into a civil partnership with their British or settled partner.

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

Couples planning their wedding in the UK before transitioning to a spouse visa.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • Intend to marry within 6 months of arrival
  • Meet the minimum income requirement
  • Adequate accommodation and CEFR A1 English
Process

How the process works

  1. Apply from outside the UK
  2. Enter UK, marry within 6 months
  3. Switch to 30-month Spouse visa inside the UK without leaving
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Evidence of wedding arrangements (venue booking, registrar notice), financial proof, relationship history
Good to know

What to keep in mind

Work is not permitted during the 6-month fiancé period until switched to the spouse visa.

Official source: GOV.UK — Family visas: fiancé. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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