Frequently asked questions

Usually 8–12 weeks depending on your location.

Yes, you can work without restrictions.

Typically £18,600 per year.

A UK spouse visa allows the husband, wife, or civil partner of a British citizen or a person settled in the UK to live together in the United Kingdom. It falls under the family visa category and is granted based on meeting specific relationship, financial, and legal requirements.

You may be eligible if:

• You are legally married or in a civil partnership

• Your partner is a British citizen or has settled status

• You both intend to live together permanently in the UK

• You meet the financial and English language requirements

Each application is assessed carefully, so meeting all criteria is essential.

Typically, you must show a minimum income of £18,600 per year. This amount may increase if you have dependent children.

If you do not meet the income requirement, you may still qualify through:

• Savings

• Combined income sources

• Other permitted financial routes

Processing times can vary depending on where you apply from:

• Outside the UK: usually around 12 weeks

• Inside the UK: around 8 weeks

Priority services may be available for faster decisions.

Yes, you can apply from inside the UK if you are already on a valid visa that allows switching (such as a student or work visa). However, you cannot switch from certain visa types, so it’s important to check your eligibility.