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Spouse & Partner Visa — Application Tools Built Around Appendix FM

Generate relationship statements, review financial evidence against the income threshold, and audit cases for Appendix FM compliance — for initial applications, extensions, and FLR(M).

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What the Platform Does

Tools built specifically for Spouse & Partner Visa cases

  • Relationship statement drafts addressing the genuineness of the relationship and cohabitation history
  • Financial evidence review checking the sponsor's income against the £29,000 threshold (from April 2024)
  • Accommodation statement confirming adequate and exclusive housing
  • English language evidence review (A1 for entry clearance, A2 for FLR, B1 for ILR)
  • Pre-submission audit against Appendix FM requirements, including the suitability criteria
  • FLR(M) and SET(M) eligibility tracking as the applicant progresses along the route
Key Requirements

What applicants must meet

  • Genuine and subsisting marriage, civil partnership, or relationship akin to marriage
  • Sponsor's income meets the financial threshold (£29,000 from April 2024, rising further)
  • Adequate accommodation — not overcrowded, not reliant on public funds
  • English language at the required level for the stage of application
  • Intention to live together permanently in the UK
What We Check For

Common refusal grounds — caught before submission

Relationship not considered genuine and subsisting based on evidence provided
Sponsor's income below the financial threshold at the date of application
Accommodation does not meet the adequacy requirements
English language evidence missing or below the required level for the application stage
Previous immigration breaches or suitability concerns
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the income requirement for a Spouse visa?

From April 2024, the sponsor must earn at least £29,000 per year. This threshold is set to increase further. The requirement is assessed at the point of application, not at the time of decision.

How long does it take to get ILR through the Spouse route?

Typically 5 years — usually a 30-month initial leave and a 30-month extension (FLR(M)), after which settlement (SET(M)) can be applied for. The clock starts from the date the first visa is granted.

Can my partner work in the UK on a Spouse visa?

Yes. A Spouse or Partner visa granted under Appendix FM includes the right to work in the UK without restriction.

What English test is needed for a Spouse visa?

For an initial entry clearance application, A1 level from a UKVI-approved SELT provider. For FLR(M), A2 level. For SET(M)/ILR, B1 level. Exemptions apply for certain nationalities and medical conditions.

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