At Intime Immigration Solicitors, we’re proud to maintain a 100% success rate for spouse and partner visa applications, making us the trusted choice for couples seeking to build their life together in the UK.
Our experienced spouse visa solicitors provide personalised guidance throughout your British spouse visa application process. Unlike many firms, you’ll work directly with a qualified solicitor from your very first consultation through to successful completion, ensuring the highest level of expertise and care for your case.
A UK Spouse Visa is designed for individuals married to British citizens or those with settled status in the UK. This visa allows you to enter and live in the UK with your partner for an initial period of 2.5 years, after which you can apply for an extension.
The spouse visa is your pathway to permanent settlement in the UK through the family route. After 5 years of continuous residence on spouse visas, you can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), and subsequently British citizenship.
To successfully apply for a British Spouse Visa, you and your partner must meet several stringent eligibility criteria:
As of April 11, 2024, the minimum income requirement for a UK Spouse Visa increased from £18,600 to £29,000 annually. This significant change is part of the UK government’s immigration policy updates. You and your British partner must demonstrate that together you meet this financial threshold through:
If you have sufficient savings of £88,500 or more, this can satisfy the financial requirement without showing income. The financial threshold is currently under review by the Migration Advisory Committee, with results expected in June 2025.
Our spouse visa solicitors can help you understand exactly which combination of income sources can be used and guide you through the complex documentation requirements for your British spouse visa application.
You and your British partner must prove that your marriage is genuine and subsisting. This means demonstrating that:
The Home Office scrutinises relationship evidence carefully to prevent sham marriages. Our expert spouse visa solicitors will help you present compelling evidence of your genuine marriage, significantly improving your chances of approval.
Applicants from non-English speaking countries must demonstrate English language proficiency at a minimum of CEFR level A1. This can be satisfied by:
Our team can advise you on the most appropriate way to meet this requirement for your British spouse visa application based on your individual circumstances.
You must prove that you have adequate accommodation for you and your British partner (and any dependents) to live in without relying on public funds. This accommodation must be:
We can help you prepare the correct documentation to satisfy this requirement, whether you’re planning to rent, buy, or stay with family.
Applying for a British Spouse Visa involves several critical steps:
At Intime Immigration, we provide comprehensive support at every stage of this process. Our spouse visa solicitors carefully review your application to ensure all requirements are met, significantly reducing the risk of refusal.
After your initial 2.5-year spouse visa, you can apply for an extension for another 2.5 years. The extension allows you to:
For those applying for an extension to their Spouse Visa from within the UK, the cost currently stands at £1,258. You must meet the same financial and relationship requirements as your initial application.
After 5 years of continuous residence on spouse visas, you can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). Once you have ILR, you can apply for British citizenship after holding ILR for 12 months, provided you meet the requirements.
Our solicitors provide seamless support throughout your settlement journey, ensuring your status remains legal and your applications are successful.
Our track record speaks for itself with a perfect success rate for spouse and partner visa applications.
Unlike many firms, you’ll work with the same qualified solicitor throughout your entire application process, not paralegals or case workers.
We only take on cases we genuinely believe will succeed, offering honest assessments and refusing to waste your time and money on applications with poor prospects.
Our fees are fair and competitive, with clear pricing structures and no hidden costs.
With our panel of experienced barristers, we provide exceptional representation for any appeals or court proceedings if needed.
Established in 2022, our team brings extensive experience in all aspects of UK immigration law.
We first understand all your current situation and spouse visa-related needs before we start working for you.
Understanding your British spouse visa goals, we will pair you up with the perfect immigration lawyer.
Every visa has certain requirements. For a UK spouse visa, we will help you fulfil those specific requirements.
Whether it is about applying for a new spouse visa or any kind of spouse visa help, we will make the journey smooth.
If you seek legal representation for a British spouse visa, we have a team of the best immigration solicitors and lawyers to help.
Here are some examples of how we’ve successfully helped couples with their UK Spouse Visa applications:
Best immigration solicitor in the UK. This is my second successful application with Umar and the team. I would highly recommend using this immigration law firm. They simplify the process for you and tell you exactly what you need to provide so that your application can be successful. Looking forward to using them again for my indefinite leave to remain in a few years time.
Intime Immigration Solicitors proudly serves clients across North Wales, Cheshire, Manchester, and Stoke-on-Trent.
Our strategically located offices allow us to provide personalised spouse visa services to clients throughout these regions.
British Spouse Visa Solicitors in North Wales and Cheshire
Our Chester office serves clients throughout North Wales and Cheshire, providing expert guidance on UK spouse visa applications.
Our local expertise allows us to offer face-to-face consultations and personalised service to couples in this region.
From our Manchester office, we assist clients throughout Greater Manchester with their British spouse visa applications.
Our solicitors understand the specific needs of our Manchester-based clients and provide tailored immigration advice.
Our Stoke-on-Trent location offers comprehensive spouse visa services to clients in Staffordshire.
We provide expert legal support for couples navigating the UK immigration system in this region.
Yes, the UK Spouse Visa grants you unrestricted access to work in the UK. You can start working immediately upon arrival.
Standard processing times are around 12 weeks when applying from outside the UK and up to 8 weeks when applying from within the UK. Priority services are available for faster processing.
If your application is refused, you may be able to appeal the decision or make a fresh application addressing the refusal reasons. Our solicitors can advise on the best approach.
Yes, dependent children under 18 can be included in your application. Each child will need to pay the same application fees and Immigration Health Surcharge.
Evidence may include your marriage certificate, joint bank statements, photos together, correspondence, travel bookings, and statements from friends and family. Our solicitors will help you compile the most compelling evidence.
Yes, if you’re already in the UK on another visa, you may be able to switch to a spouse visa without leaving the country, subject to meeting the requirements.
A Marriage Visitor Visa is for those who want to get married in the UK but do not intend to settle here. A Spouse Visa is for those who are already married and plan to live permanently in the UK.
The application fee is £1,938 when applying from outside the UK and £1,321 when applying from inside the UK, plus the Immigration Health Surcharge of £1,035 per year. Legal fees are additional, and we provide transparent quotes following your initial consultation.
You do not need to meet the minimum income requirement if your partner gets certain benefits, including Disability Living Allowance, Personal Independence Payment, or Armed Forces Independence Payment.
Don’t leave your UK Spouse Visa application to chance. With our 100% success rate for spouse visas, you can trust Intime Immigration Solicitors to provide expert guidance throughout the process.
Contact us today to arrange a consultation with one of our specialist spouse visa solicitors:
Our offices in North Wales, Cheshire, Manchester, and Stoke-on-Trent are ready to assist you with your British Spouse Visa application, helping you start your permanent life together in the UK.
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