Spouse, civil partner, and unmarried partner visas

This route enables those in a qualifying relationship with a British citizen or someone settled in the UK to join them here. You must intend to live in the UK with your spouse/partner.

Provided that all requirements are met, you will be granted a visa for an initial period of two and a half years to join your partner in the UK. After this time, provided you continue to meet the requirements and you and your partner still wish to remain in the UK, you can extend your leave for a further two and a half year period.

Upon completion of five years in this category, you will be able to apply for Settlement in the UK.

How we can help

With so many options and varying levels of complexity, you need someone who understands the different routes and the requirements of each. Herrington Carmichael’s experienced Immigration team can ensure your application is managed in a co-ordinated manner, with you kept updated every step of the way.