The Spouse Visa Extension allows you to continue living with your British or settled partner in the UK after your initial 30–33 month spouse visa expires. This is an essential step in the 5-year route to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).
When Do You Need a Spouse Visa Extension?
- If you were granted your spouse visa inside the UK, your visa will last 30 months.
- If you applied outside the UK, your visa will last 33 months.
- Before this period ends, you must apply for a 30-month extension to remain on the 5-year settlement route.
Who Qualifies?
- Children born in the UK
- If they have lived continuously in the UK for seven years and were born here, they are eligible to apply immediately for ILR via the Private Life route.
- Children born abroad, arrived as children
- If they have been continuously resident in the UK for 7 years, have permission based on Private Life, they can apply for settlement after 5 years on that permission. GOV.UK
Proving Continuous Residence
Evidence is crucial. Acceptable documentation includes:
- School attendance letters or reports,
- GP or medical records,
- Letters from religious institutions confirming long-term attendance.
Continuous residence is broken if:
- The child has absences exceeding 6 months at once,
- Total absences exceed 550 days,
- The child left with no reasonable expectation of return.GOV.UK
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Summary
Profile | Requirement | Route / Outcome |
Child born in UK (7 years of residence) | 7 years continuous residency & born in UK | Immediate ILR via Private Life Route |
Child born abroad (7 years) | 7 years continuous residency + Private Life permission | Settlement after 5 years on that permission |
Application Costs
- Application Fee: £3029
- Immigration Health Surcharge is not required to be paid
References
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/immigration-rules/immigration-rules-appendix-private-life
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are the eligibility requirements for a UK Fiancé(e) Visa?
There are various requirements that are required to be met including:
Intention to get married
Proof of relationship
Successful completion of the English language test
Financial evidence demonstrating that the financial requirement is met
Proof of adequate accommodation
Intention to get married
Proof of relationship
Successful completion of the English language test
Financial evidence demonstrating that the financial requirement is met
Proof of adequate accommodation
How can ICONIQ Solicitors help with a Fiancé(e) Visa application?
ICONIQ Solicitors will assess that you meet all the requirements under the immigration rules. Once the same is determined, we will prepare and submit your application along with detailed representations. We will ensure that the application process is completed in a smooth and hassle-free manner.
Do I need to meet the financial requirement before applying?
Yes, you are required to meet the financial requirement of £29,000 before applying for a fiancé visa.
What relationship evidence is accepted?
To demonstrate that the Applicant and the Sponsor are in a genuine and subsisting relationship evidence of engagement, communication, in person meetings and photos are required to be provided.
Can I work on a Fiancé(e) Visa?
As you are granted leave to enter for a period of 6 months, you are not permitted to work in the UK.
How do I switch from Fiancé(e) to Spouse Visa in the UK?
In order to switch from a Fiancé(e) visa to a spouse visa, you must first ensure that you have registered your marriage in the UK. Once this is done, a spouse extension application is required to be made.