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A Spouse Visa, also known as a UK Marriage Visa or a Partner Visa, is a type of settlement visa that provides the romantic partner of a (settled) UK resident with the opportunity to come to the UK to be with their loved one. The initial visa is usually for two and a half years, which can then be extended by another two and a half years.
To qualify for a Spouse Visa, both parties must be over the age of 18, and the UK-based partner must be a British citizen, have settlement or proof of permanent residence, or have refugee status or humanitarian protection within the UK,
For the relationship to be accepted, you must be able to show a valid marriage or civil partnership, an engagement to marry or form a civil partnership, or cohabitation as unmarried partners for at least two years.
You will also need to meet the following criteria:
· Be able to converse in English and submit to formal English language testing.
· The UK sponsor will need a minimum household income of £18,600 or savings totalling at least £62,500.
· Intend to live together permanently in a genuine and subsisting relationship.
What English test is needed for a Spouse Visa?
You will need to prove you have a good knowledge of English to apply for a Spouse Visa (at least an A1 level of English). This can be done by taking an A1 English exam like LanguageCert IESOL SELT A1, one of the UK government-approved English tests for visas and immigration.
Here’s what applicants need to know about the test:
- UK Home Office approved test since 2019 – Trusted by thousands of test takers in 120+ countries, including the UK.
- Available in 200+ test locations – Frequent daily slots in the UK and worldwide
- Test scheduling flexibility – Select the date and time that suits you best up to 24 hours before your test.
- Super-fast results – provisional results instantly and official results in just three working days.
Completing any visa application can take time and effort. LanguageCert focuses on supporting test-takers as much as possible by offering excellent customer service online and at test centres. They also provide free preparation materials.
Ready to take your English exam now? Discover how to book your LanguageCert exam today by visiting www.selt.languagecert.org
