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Welcome to Conroy Baker, your trusted partner for UK immigration and visa solutions. Apply as a marriage visitor to get married or register your civil partnership in the UK. From entry clearance to settlement, our expert team ensures your application is seamless and stress-free.
Overview of UK Marriage Visitor Visa
The UK marriage visitor visa is a visa route for non-nationals to enter into the UK and get married or register their civil partnership. This category falls under the UK visitor visa category. This is quite different from the UK family visas. This caters to individuals who wish to get married or register a civil partnership in the UK with someone that is not settled in the UK. The route does not lead to settlement in the UK and all visitors must make a separate application, even when travelling as a pair. Here is a detailed breakdown of the category for further clarity –
Extend UK Marriage visitor visa
This visa is considered to be a visit visa and is only granted for a period of 6 months. You may not be able to extend this visa.
Switch to UK spouse visa
You cannot switch to this visa, nor can you switch to a family visa within the UK while holding a UK marriage visitor visa. If you wish to stay for a longer period leading to settlement, consider checking your eligibility under the UK family visas or perhaps another category. Our team of experienced immigration lawyers can certainly help you assess your eligibility and choose the right visa category for you.
Apply for ILR UK Marriage visitor visa
Since this category is not a long-term visa and the time spent in the UK while being on this visa does not count towards settlement, you cannot apply for a UK Marriage visitor visa with an aim to apply for an Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).
UK Marriage visitor visa refused
When assessing your application, three factors are primarily considered- validity, eligibility, and suitability as per Appendix V of the UK immigration rules. You need to ensure that you meet all three of these. If your UK Marriage visitor visa has been refused, our UK visa experts are here to help you understand the reasons behind the refusal and chart a way forward.
Financial requirements UK Marriage visitor visa
While there is no minimum threshold for this category, proving sound financial circumstances is crucial to get an approval on your UK Marriage visitor visa. You will have to prove you have sufficient funds to support yourself throughout your stay in the UK, including covering accommodation and other expenses without relying on public funds.
English requirements for UK Marriage visitor visa
This is not a mandatory requirement for a temporary visitor visa like the UK Marriage visitor visa.
Genuine relationships and intent to get married
You and your partner must be above 18 years of age and must be in a genuine relationship. This requirement serves as the make or break factor for several applications. There is no minimum duration of relationship to qualify for this requirement however, you must prove that there is a genuine intent to get married and that it is not a sham marriage. You must also prove an intent to marry or enter into a civil partnership within the visa’s validity (6 months). Lastly, it is important to prove that you will leave the UK and return to your home country after registering your marriage/civil partnership.
How Conroy Baker Ltd can help with UK Marriage visitor visa applications
At Conroy Baker, we combine expertise with a client-focused approach to deliver outstanding immigration solutions, our services include:
1. Eligibility Review
- Comprehensive assessment of your qualifications, job offer, and salary against the Skilled Worker visa criteria.
- Confirmation that your job role meets the Home Office’s list of eligible occupations.
2. Document Preparation
We assist with gathering essential documents, including:
- Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) from your UK employer.
- Proof of English language proficiency (e.g., IELTS for UKVI, degrees taught in English).
- Financial evidence showing you can support yourself and any dependants in the UK.
- Valid passport, travel history, and tuberculosis (TB) test results if required.
3. Application Submission
- Accurate completion and submission of your Skilled Worker visa application.
- Assistance with paying the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) and application fees.
4. Tracking and Updates
Regular monitoring of your application status and handling Home Office queries on your behalf.
Contact us today to start your UK Marriage Visitor visa journey
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