Spouse Visa Assistance by Next Move Consultant

For the United Kingdom

To be eligible for a UK Spouse Visa, you and your partner must meet the following criteria:

• Both individuals must be at least 18 years old.
• Your partner should fall under one of these categories:
  • A British or Irish citizen.
  • A resident with indefinite leave to remain, settled status, or permanent residence in the UK.
  • A citizen of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, or Liechtenstein holding pre-settled status, having lived in the UK before 1 January 2021.
  • A Turkish Businessperson or Worker visa holder.
  • A person with refugee status or humanitarian protection in the UK.

Both partners must plan to live together permanently in the UK after the visa is approved. If your partner holds settled status, you may also qualify for the EU Settlement Scheme or a family permit.

Requirements

You need to demonstrate that:

• Your marriage or partnership is legally recognized in the UK.
• You have sufficient financial resources to support yourselves and any dependents.
• You can meet the English language requirements.

If these conditions cannot be met, you may still apply if:

• You have a child in the UK who is a British or Irish citizen or has lived in the UK for 7 years, and it would be unreasonable for them to leave the country.
• Relocating outside the UK would cause undue hardship for you and your partner.
• Refusing your application would violate your human rights.

Relationship Documentation

You must provide evidence of your relationship, including:

• Official documentation from banks, government agencies, landlords, utility providers, or medical professionals.
• Proof of your marriage or civil partnership.
• Documents dated within the last four years.

Examples of acceptable evidence include:

• Marriage or civil partnership certificates.
• Joint tenancy agreements or shared utility bills.
• Joint bank account statements or separate statements showing the same residential address.
• Letters from healthcare providers confirming a shared address.

Other types of evidence, while acceptable, may not strongly support your application. These include:

• One-off bills, such as repair invoices.
• Voter registration documents for the same address.
• Letters confirming shared residency from educational institutions.

Items like greeting cards, photographs, or personal messages are generally not considered sufficient.

Visa Duration

A UK Spouse Visa allows you to stay for 2 years and 9 months. Extensions are required to remain in the country beyond this period.

Including Children in the Application

Dependent children can be included if they:

• Are under 18 years old when applying or were under 18 when first granted leave.
• Are not living independently, such as being married or living apart.

Information Required

Prepare the following details for yourself and your dependents:

• Full names.
• Dates of birth.
• Current passports or travel documents.

For Canada

Who Can Sponsor

You may sponsor your spouse, partner, or dependent child for a Canadian visa if:

• You are at least 18 years old.
• You are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

For professional guidance and tailored solutions, trust Next Move Consultant to make the visa process seamless and stress-free. Contact us today to begin your journey!