Appendix FM UK 2026: Spouse & Partner Visa Rules
Section A: What is Appendix FM? Appendix FM sets out the requirements for certain family members applying to join or remain with a relative in the UK who is a British citizen, a person with settled status, or certain other categories such as refugees, people with humanitarian protection or some individuals with status […]
Spouse Visa Extension After 2.5 Years: Remain in the UK
Section A: Spouse visa extension overview The spouse visa sits within the wider UK family visa route and allows a non-UK national to live in the UK with their British citizen partner or a partner who already holds settled status or another qualifying status under the Immigration Rules. 1. Duration and conditions […]
How to Cancel a Dependent Visa in UK: 2026 Rules
In the UK, family visas like the dependant visa are granted on the basis of a qualifying familial relationship. If the circumstances of this relationship change, it may affect the validity of the visa, which could in turn lead to its cancellation or require a change in the visa holder’s permission to remain in the […]
UK Spouse Visa Fees 2026 Explained
Applying for a spouse visa is a significant step for individuals looking to live in the UK with their partner. For most applicants, one of the key considerations will be the spouse visa fees. In this guide to Spouse Visa UK fees, we set out the costs to expect when applying to come to the […]
Spouse Visa UK: How to Apply Successfully
Section A: What is a Spouse Visa UK? In the UK, the Spouse visa falls under the Family visa category and the Immigration Rules in Appendix FM. It allows an eligible partner to come to, or stay in, the UK to live with their British, Irish or UK-settled spouse or partner. The route […]
Switch from Student Visa to Dependant Visa 2026
Switching from a Student visa to a dependant visa in the UK is legally possible in many circumstances, but it is not automatic and it is not governed by a single set of rules. The outcome depends entirely on the immigration status of the person you are seeking to join and the specific route under […]
UK Spouse Visa New Rules 2026
Section A: UK Spouse Visa Changes In UK immigration law, the rules that apply are those in force on the date of application. Threshold increases, revised settlement conditions or new earnings requirements can therefore alter eligibility. Applicants are assessed under the Immigration Rules in force at the date of application, regardless of when […]
Private Life Visa UK: Requirements & Application 2026
Section A: What is a Private Life Visa? While the phrase “Private Life visa” is widely used, it is not a standalone named visa category in the Immigration Rules. It is a common way of describing an application made under Appendix Private Life, where an eligible applicant can be granted permission to stay […]
Adult Dependent Relative (ADR) Visa Guide 2026
Section A: What is the Adult Dependent Relative Visa? The Adult Dependent Relative (ADR) route is part of the UK’s family immigration framework. It allows a British citizen or a person who is settled in the UK to sponsor an adult family member who requires long-term personal care as a result of age, […]
Unmarried Partner Visa UK: Requirements 2026
Section A: Understanding the Unmarried Partner Visa There is no standalone visa category formally titled the “unmarried partner visa”. Instead, unmarried partners apply under the UK family visa route, specifically under the partner provisions of Appendix Relationship with Partner within the Immigration Rules. For immigration purposes, an unmarried partner is someone who is […]