If you are a British citizen or have settled status in the UK, you may wish to bring your fiancé(e) or proposed civil partner to the UK so you can marry or enter a civil partnership. We provide expert legal support with these applications, ensuring your case is handled with care, accuracy, and attention to every detail.

This visa allows individuals to enter the UK for six months in order to marry or register a civil partnership with their British or settled partner. After the ceremony takes place, the visa holder can apply to switch into the Spouse or Civil Partner category from within the UK.

During the initial six-month period, the visa holder is not permitted to work. However, once they switch into the spouse or civil partner category, they will have full rights to live and work in the UK.

To apply for a Fiancé(e) or Proposed Civil Partner Visa, the applicant must demonstrate that:

• Their partner is a British citizen, has Indefinite Leave to Remain, Settled Status, or is otherwise lawfully settled in the UK
• They intend to marry or register a civil partnership within six months of arriving in the UK
• They are in a genuine and subsisting relationship and are both free to marry or enter a civil partnership
• They meet the financial requirement
• They meet the English language requirement (CEFR level A1 or above)

The UK-based partner must meet a minimum income threshold or demonstrate adequate savings:

• From 11 April 2024, the minimum annual income required is £29,000
• Alternatively, savings of £88,500 can meet the requirement if income is insufficient
• Income and savings can sometimes be combined in specific cases

Evidence must be provided in the correct format — this is often the most complex aspect of the application, and many refusals arise due to incomplete or incorrectly presented financial documents.

The applicant must prove knowledge of English by:

• Passing an approved English language test at CEFR level A1 or above; or
• Holding a degree taught in English and verified by UK ENIC; or
• Being a national of a majority English-speaking country

• The visa is granted for 6 months initially
• The couple must marry or register their partnership within that time
• If the ceremony is delayed for a valid reason, it is possible to apply for a further 6-month extension, with proof of the upcoming ceremony
• The visa holder cannot work or access public funds during the fiancé(e) visa period

Once married or in a civil partnership, the applicant can apply to switch into the Spouse or Civil Partner visa route, which leads to long-term residence and, eventually, Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).

Applications are closely scrutinised by the Home Office. If the relationship is not clearly documented, if financial evidence is not correctly presented, or if required forms are incomplete or inconsistent, the visa will likely be refused.

At TD Immigration, we:

• Provide clear, expert guidance at every stage
• Help gather and prepare the required documentation
• Draft detailed legal representations in support of your application
• Assist with complex situations (e.g. previous refusals, overseas income, or mixed immigration history)
• Offer reassurance and peace of mind throughout the process

We offer a free 30-minute consultation to assess your situation and recommend the most suitable legal route. Whether you're planning ahead or need urgent support, our team is here to help.

Contact us today to speak with an experienced immigration lawyer.