Fiancé Visa

Engaged to a British Citizen? This visa is for you.
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Fiancé Visa

If you are in a relationship with a British passport holder/citizen who is a permanent resident in the UK and you wish to get married and emigrate to the UK, the Fiancé/Fiancée visa would be applicable for you.

The settled person may be an Irish national or an EU national who has presettled or settled status.

How we can help

We have experience in helping people who are in need of the Fiancé Visa and the spousal visa thereafter. Herrington Carmichael’s experienced Immigration team can ensure your application is managed in a co-ordinated manner, with you kept updated every step of the way.

Key contact

Usof Shah PNG
Usof Shah
Legal Director

What our clients say about us

We have also greatly benefited from the excellent work of Usof Shah, Immigration Director, whose expertise has been instrumental in helping our members address critical skills shortages in the construction industry. Usof has provided clear, actionable guidance on immigration laws, empowering our members to legally employ skilled foreign workers and sustain their businesses. His commitment extends beyond traditional legal services - he has delivered live webinars and offered free advice to some of our SME members, which was highly valued and, in several cases, helped save their companies. This combination of deep legal expertise, accessibility, and genuine care for clients' success sets him apart from others in the field.

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The individual deals with my requirements and makes sure I fully understand what he is advising and what the best way to proceed is.

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Usof Shah stands out for his strong combination of technical expertise, commercial awareness, and responsiveness. He is able to explain complex immigration matters in a clear and practical way while remaining highly approachable and solutions-oriented throughout the process. What differentiates him from competitors is the level of personal attention and ownership he brings to matters. He is proactive, detail-oriented, and demonstrates a strong understanding of the operational and business needs of his clients rather than approaching matters from a purely technical perspective. I have particularly valued his responsiveness, clear communication, and ability to manage matters efficiently under tight timelines. He consistently provides pragmatic advice and maintains a high level of professionalism, which creates a strong sense of confidence and reliability throughout the engagement.

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Herrington Carmichael’s team stands out for its strong expertise in immigration matters, combined with a highly personalized and responsive service. Over the past few years, they supported me and three members of my family, managing each of our individual cases efficiently and professionally. Compared to other firms, they are notably more organized and responsive.

Thank you for helping me to apply the exceptional assurance and I got the application succeed very quickly.

Usof was a pleasure to work with and his wealth of knowledge on the topic of immigration law was evident. We collaboratively delivered a successful webinar to hundreds of construction professionals on the post-Brexit immigration system and Usof was able to answer complex questions on the spot, demonstrating his attention to detail and professionalism. We would not hesitate to recommend Usof and Herrington Carmichael.

Usof Shah has been a great source of information and guidance both in setting up to become a sponsor and also in getting candidates sponsored.

The team provides useful guidance and support on the pitfalls and processes of being a sponsor. The team helps set everything up to become a sponsor as well as assisting with processing CoS applications.

Meet our experts

Dedicated professionals ready to assist you.

Usof Shah PNG
Legal Director
Neelu-Gurung-PNG
Paralegal

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to your most pressing questions about our services and processes.

You need to be able to prove that you are in a genuine and commited relationship with the British passport holder or settled person. You need to prove that you are planning to get married in the UK and settle there permanently as a couple.

If you are from a non-English speaking country, you will need to fulfil the English language requirement. You can do this through providing evidence in one of the following ways:

  • Write and pass the SELT test at the level of at least A1 at an approved English language test centre to prove your English language ability. You will need to include your pass certificate in your portfolio of evidence to submit to the Home Office.
  • You hold a degree or higher qualification taught in English at an educational institution recognised by NAIRC
  • You are over 65
  • You are a recognised refugee
  • You are living in the UK as an orphan or widow
  • You are a victim of domestic abuse
  • You have a mental or physical condition which prevents you from sitting the exam

There are strict financial requirements to get the fiancé visa. You need to meet the requirement in one of the following ways:

  • The British passport holders’ income over the previous 12 months, coupled with a UK job offer (if residing and working in another country at the time of and before the visa application)
  • The British passport holder’s income with a UK-based employer over the previous 6 months (same employer)
  • Cash savings in one or both the applicant and British passport holders’ names.

You need to prove to the Home Office that as a couple you have enough money to support yourselves whilst you are in the UK (as well as any dependants included in your application).

Your combined annual income must be at least £18,600 before spring 2024. If you have any child dependants who will be joining you, this sum increases by £3,800 for your first child and £2,400 for each child thereafter.

There is no healthcare surcharge for this visa.

No. You will not be able to do any work during the 6 month visa period. You will have full right to work with no restrictions once you are married and on a spousal visa.

Yes. You will need to add them to your application and prove you meet the financial requirements for each dependent.

The visa is only valid for 6 months. Once you are married, you can apply for the spousal visa from within the UK – you do not need to leave the UK to apply for the visa.

Yes, subject to meeting eligibility requirements, this visa can lead to indefinite leave to remain in the UK after 5 years in the UK on this route.

Evidence accepted that shows you live together and are dependent on one another:

  • Comes from the government, a bank, landlord, utility provider, or a medical professional,
  • Confirms your relationship with your partner – for example, that you live together, share expenses, or are married or in a civil partnership,
  • Is less than 4 years old.

Some of the documentation you could use:

  • Marriage certificate or civil partnership certificate
  • A tenancy agreement, utility bills or council tax bills confirming that you live at the same address
  • A bank statement form a joint account or that confirms you live together
  • A letter from the dentist or doctor confirming you live at the same address.

If you do not have access to any of the above, the following evidence can also assist:

  • A one-off bill like vet’s fees or home repair costs
  • Letters showing you and your partner are on the voting register at the same address
  • Student finance documentation confirming your same address.