UK Spouse Visa Document Checklist

Want to know what documents are required for a UK Spouse Visa application? Our Spouse Visa Document Checklist 2024 covers every document you need.

When applying for a UK Spouse visa, you must provide several documents, such as your passport, marriage certificate, proof of genuine relationship, proof you meet the financial requirements and others.

Incomplete or incorrect documents can result in a Spouse visa refusal. Contact our Spouse visa solicitors today if you're unsure which documents are required.

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What is a UK Spouse Visa?

UK Spouse visa, also known as a Marriage visa, allows you to join your partner in the UK if you are a spouse of a British citizen or a settled person in the UK.

If you are applying from outside to enter the UK on a Spouse visa, you must be married or in a civil partnership with a British citizen, or a person with Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), pre-settled status, settled status, or refugee status.

A Spouse visa is initially granted for 33 months if the application is made from outside the UK, or 30 months if the application is submitted from within the UK.

UK Spouse Visa Document Checklist 2024

To apply for a UK Spouse visa, you'll need to provide the following documents:

• Passports (yours and your sponsor's)
• Two passport-sized colour photos
• Marriage or civil partnership certificate
• Evidence of a genuine relationship (e.g., photos, messages)
• Proof of meeting the financial requirements (e.g., pay slips, bank statements)
• Proof of accommodation in the UK (e.g., tenancy agreement)
• Proof of English language proficiency
• Sponsor's proof of immigration status in the UK
• Tuberculosis (TB) test results, if applicable
• A certificate of criminal record
• Details of any previous immigration applications
• UK visa application form (VAF4A)
• The payment receipt for the Spouse visa application fee
• Additional documents depending on your circumstances

Please note, that the above checklist is not exhaustive; additional documents may be necessary depending on your circumstances.

Properly organising your documentation is important for a successful UK Spouse visa application. Contact us today for a comprehensive list of required supporting documents.

Proof of Identity and Travel History

• Passport: Make sure you have a valid passport or travel document. It proves your identity and nationality.
• Previous Passports: If they contain travel history to the UK or other significant information.
• Past Visa Stamps: If the applicant has previously visited or lived in the UK, provide evidence of past visa stamps.
• Home Office Correspondence: Letters or emails from the Home Office regarding previous applications, if available.
• Biometric Residence Permit (if applicable): If you've previously held any UK visas, including a Biometric Residence Permit, submit copies.

Proof of Relationship Documents for UK Spouse Visa

When applying for a UK spouse visa, you need to demonstrate that your relationship with a British citizen or a settled person is genuine and ongoing.

Below are some common documents that can help prove your relationship:

• Marriage or civil partnership certificate
• Photos of you together in various settings
• Travel records showing joint trips (e.g., copies of travel tickets, boarding passes)
• Call logs, messages, and emails to demonstrate ongoing communication
• Any shared assets or financial commitments (such as a joint bank account)
• Statements from people who can assure your relationship

What Financial Documents Are Required for a UK Spouse Visa?

You and your partner must have a combined income of at least £29,000 gross per year to meet the financial requirements of a UK Spouse visa application under the 5-year route.

You may be able to use your cash savings instead of income.

Here's a list of the key financial documents that are generally required:

• The last 6 months' worth of pay slips if employed in the UK.
• Corresponding bank statements showing regular income deposits.
• A letter from the employer confirming the job, salary, and employment duration.
• If self-employed, provide HMRC records, tax returns, and business accounts for the last financial year.
• If using savings to meet the financial requirement, provide bank statements and other evidence of accessible funds.

How to Prove English Language Proficiency for a UK Spouse Visa?

Unless you're exempt, you must prove your knowledge of the English language when applying for a UK Spouse visa.

To prove your knowledge of the English language, you can provide one of the following:

• English language test certificate (at least level A1 on the CEFR scale)
• UK degree taught in English
• Degree from an English-speaking country (UK NARIC approved)
• Nationality of an English-speaking country

How to Prove Adequate Accommodation for a Spouse Visa?

When applying for a UK spouse visa, you must meet the adequate accommodation requirements outlined by the UK government.

Ensuring you have suitable accommodation is key to the success of your Spouse visa application.

Here are common documents that you can provide as proof of accommodation:

• A mortgage agreement
• The property's title deed
• A tenancy agreement or a letter from the landlord
• Property inspection report

Spouse Visa Solicitors in London

Wembley Solicitors has a specialist team of spouse visa solicitors in London, ready to assist you with any type of UK Spouse Visa application.

Contact Wembley Solicitors for Assistance

If you need help with your UK Spouse visa application, call Wembley Solicitors at 0203 417 3700 or email us at info@wembleysolicitors.com.