A Proposed Civil Partner visa is a short-term visa that allows individuals who intend to enter into a civil partnership with a British citizen or settled person in the UK to come to the UK for this purpose.

To be eligible for a UK Proposed Civil Partner visa, the applicant must provide evidence of their intention to enter into a civil partnership in the UK within 6 months of their arrival.

If you need legal advice or help with your Proposed Civil Partner visa entry clearance application, call our expert UK immigration solicitor in London at 020 341 73700.

Table of Contents

  1. What is a Proposed Civil Partner Visa?
  2. Proposed Civil Partner visa application
  3. Requirements for Proposed Civil Partner Visa UK?
  4. Financial requirement
  5. English language requirement
  6. Genuine relationship requirement
  7. Processing time for Proposed Civil Partner visa application
  8. How much does a UK Proposed Civil Partner visa cost?
  9. Immigration solicitor for a UK Proposed Civil Partner visa application
  10. Frequently Asked Questions
  11. Need Legal Advice & Assistance?

Proposed Civil Partner visa application

You must apply online for a UK Proposed Civil Partner visa using the correct application form if you meet the eligibility criteria. The entry clearance application must be made from outside the UK.

If you need legal advice or assistance with your UK Proposed Civil Partner visa application, call our immigration solicitor in London on 020 3417 3700.

How to apply for a UK Proposed Civil Partner visa?

Here's a general overview of how to apply for a Proposed Civil Partner visa:

  1. Check your eligibility for a Proposed Civil Partner visa
  2. Complete and submit the Proposed Civil Partner visa application form online
  3. Pay the Proposed Civil Partner visa application fee
  4. Upload all the supporting documents
  5. Book and attend your biometric appointment
  6. Wait for the decision

Requirements for Proposed Civil Partner Visa UK?

To be eligible to apply for a Proposed Civil Partner visa, the applicant must meet all the eligibility requirements.

The main requirements for a UK Proposed Civil Partner visa are as follows: 

  • You and your partner both must be 18 or over.
  • Your partner must be a British citizen or a settled person in the UK.
  • You must get married or enter into a civil partnership within six months of your arrival in the UK.
  • You and your partner must intend to live together in the UK after the civil partnership or marriage.
  • You must have met each other in person and have a genuine relationship.
  • You and your partner must meet a financial requirement.
  • You must meet the requirements for adequate accommodation.
  • You must meet the English language requirement.

You must meet all other eligibility requirements depending on your circumstances. Get in touch with our highly experienced immigration solicitor for your eligibility assessment.

Proposed Civil Partner visa financial requirement

There are several ways to meet the financial requirements of a UK Proposed Civil Partner visa application.

Employment income

If the sponsoring partner is employed in the UK, they must earn a minimum amount, which is currently £29,000 per year before tax. If the sponsoring partner has been employed for less than six months, they may be able to meet the requirement by using an average of their earnings over a longer period.

Self-employment income

If the sponsoring partner is self-employed in the UK, they must demonstrate that they have been self-employed for at least 12 months and that their income meets the minimum threshold. They will need to provide evidence of their income, such as tax returns or business accounts.

Non-employment income

If the sponsoring partner has income from sources such as rental properties, investments, or pensions, this income may be taken into account when assessing whether they meet the financial requirement.

As immigration rules and visa requirements can change over time, it is advisable to consult with an immigration lawyer for the most up-to-date information.

Proposed Civil Partner visa English language requirement

You may need to meet the English language requirement for the UK Proposed Civil Partner visa application if you are from a non-English-speaking country. You may be exempt from taking or passing the English language test.

You can prove your knowledge of the English language with an academic qualification, or by passing an approved English language test.

You must pass at least level A1 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) scale for your first visa application.

What is a genuine relationship requirement?

You and your partner must have met in person, and you need to provide strong evidence to prove that your relationship with your partner is genuine and subsisting.

Proposed Civil Partner visa processing time

Usually, the average processing time for a UK Proposed Civil Partner visa application is around 4-6 months when you apply from outside the UK using a standard service.

The processing time starts from the date of your appointment at the visa application centre.

How much does a UK Proposed Civil Partner visa cost?

The fee for a UK Proposed Civil Partner visa application is £1,538. This is the amount that you will have to pay for the Home Office to process your visa application.

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Immigration solicitor for a UK Proposed Civil Partner visa application

Our expert team of UK immigration solicitors and lawyers will be able to assist you with any type of UK Family visa or immigration application.

Immigration solicitors at Wembley Solicitors will:

  • Provide detailed immigration advice.
  • Assess your personal circumstances and eligibility for a UK Family visa.
  • Assess the eligibility of your sponsor.
  • Explain the entire UK Family visa application process.
  • Give you a completed checklist of documents according to the type of visa application and your circumstances.
  • Check all the supporting documents to ensure that they are sufficient and in the correct format.
  • Fill out the complete application form and prepare detailed representations/cover letters for the Home Office UKVI in reference to the Immigration Rules.
  • Book an appointment for you to enrol your biometrics.
  • Upload all the supporting documents.
  • Liaise with the Home Office UKVI throughout the process until we receive the decision.
  • Keep you updated with every stage of your application.

Contact our UK Family visa solicitors in Wembley, London on 020 3417 3700 or fill in the enquiry form for immediate legal advice & assistance with your UK visa application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No, if you're applying for a Proposed Civil Partner visa then you will not be allowed to do any paid or unpaid work in the UK.

Both you and your partner must show that there will be sufficient funds in the UK without requiring public funds before and after the marriage.

Yes, you can switch from a Proposed Civil Partner visa to a Civil Partner visa from inside the UK before the expiry of your current visa. You must meet all the eligibility requirements for a Civil Partner visa.

At Wembley Solicitors, our immigration solicitors charge a fixed fee in the region of £800 to £1000 for complete legal services in relation to the UK Proposed Civil Partner visa application.

We provide expert advice, practical assistance, and professional representation to guide you through the application and decision-making process, from start to finish. 

We're authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), so you know you're in safe hands.

Contact our solicitor today to get legal advice and assistance with your UK immigration matters.

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