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UNMARRIED PARTNER VISA TO THE UK
The Unmarried Partner Visa provides de-facto couples and same sex-couples with the same benefits and rights as those who are married or have undergone the Civil Registry. This visa offers a two-year probationary period which can eventually lead to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) and British Nationality.
In order to be eligible for the Unmarried Partner Visa the couple must have lived together for two years before they are entitled for apply for the two year probationary Visa.
If however, the couples have been living together for four years or more outside of the UK, an application for ILR can be made immediately.
The UK citizen or permanent resident must be their genuine partner and the couple must intend to continue living together.
This visa is for couples who do not intend to marry or who cannot marry and same-sex partners of British Citizens or permanent residents.
DO I QUALIFY FOR AN UNMARRIED PARTNER VISA (INCLUDING SAME SEX PARTNERS) TO THE UK?
Our Free Family Unmarried Partner Visa Eligibility Assessment is designed to instantly determine if you are eligible to join your partner in the UK
UNMARRIED PARTNER VISA (INCLUDING SAME SEX PARTNERS) BASIC REQUIREMENTS
To qualify for an Entry Clearance or Further Leave to Remain application as an Unmarried Partner for a 2 year probationary period there are basic requirements that must be met. Both parties must be at least 18 years of age and have been living together for 2 years.
To obtain a family Visa it is necessary for you to fulfil the basic prerequisites set out by UK Immigration Authorities. Regardless of whether the application is made within the UK, abroad, or for an extension (where applicable), the requirements are similar.
You will also need to prove that your relationship is of a genuine and continuing nature.
UNMARRIED PARTNER VISA (INCLUDING SAME SEX PARTNERS) ENTITLEMENTS
You can obtain permanent residency upon successfully completing the two year probationary period, except for family members of EEA nationals who have to satisfy a five year period. You can apply for British Nationality after holding Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) for one year and residing legally in the UK for three years with your spouse or five years for EEA nationals and other relationships.Your Visa is valid for two years. You have permission to work in the UK during this period. You can also enter and leave the UK during this period without any further permission.
Once you have lived in the UK for two years with your Partner and satisfy the necessary Immigration Rules, you can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain/permanent residence in the UK. The application can be made from within the UK.
One you have held ILR for a period of one year, you can apply for British nationality.
UNMARRIED PARTNER VISA (INCLUDING SAME SEX PARTNERS) PROCESSING TIME AND COSTS
| UNMARRIED PARTNER | OUTSIDE THE UK (ENTRY CLEARANCE) | INSIDE THE UK (FLR) |
| Government Application Fee | £515 | £395 |
| Advanced Migration Service | £199 | |
| Premium Migration Service | £699 | |
| PROCESSING TIMES | 1-24 weeks | 4-14 weeks |
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