FIANCÉE VISA BASIC REQUIREMENTS
To obtain a Fiancé(e)/Prospective Civil Partner visa it is necessary for applicants to fulfil the basic prerequisites set out by UK Immigration Authorities. Regardless of whether the application is made within the UK (extension application) or abroad (initial application), the requirements are similar.
To qualify for an Entry Clearance application as a Fiancé(e)/Prospective Civil Partner there are basic requirements that must be met. Both parties must be at least 21 years of age, have met and be intending to marry OR undergo a civil partnership registration.
Note: A Fiancé(e)/Prospective Civil Partner visa provides temporary residency for a period of six (6) months from the date it is granted. Visa holders must marry/register with their intended Spouse/Partner within the six (6) month validity period of the visa. Following the marriage or civil registration, visa holders you will be eligible for apply for the Spouse/Civil Partner visa.
FIANCÉE VISA ENTITLEMENTS
Successful applicants will be granted a visa valid for six (6) months. They must enter the UK and marry or undergo the Civil Partnership Registration within this time period. Once the ceremony has taken place, they can make an application to vary their leave in the UK to that of Spouse or Civil Partner.
Please note visa holders are not entitled to work in the UK during this initial period of leave. |