How long does it take to bring spouse to UK 2020?
How long it takes. If you apply outside the UK a decision will usually be made within 12 weeks. If you apply in the UK a decision will usually be made within 8 weeks of your application date if you use the standard service.
What are the requirements to bring a spouse to UK?
Spouse visa requirements
- You and your spouse must be 18 years old or over.
- You must have met each other and be legally married – this is to prevent arranged marriages.
- You must intend to live together permanently.
- You must have enough money to support yourselves (and any dependents) without claiming public funds.
How long does it take for UK spouse visa to be approved?
Usually, the average Spouse Visa processing time is around three months. However, your application could take as little as two weeks depending on where you are applying from and how clearly you can satisfy the requirements.
How much bank balance is required for UK spouse visa?
You must submit 6 months of bank statements that clearly show your monthly salary and financial commitments. There must not be any large deposits of cash other than your salary. Total savings must be at least twice your proposed UK trip expenses.
How do I know if my spouse visa is approved UK?
If you are applying from the UK, then you should receive a letter or email that confirms that your application is approved. Once approved, your Biometric Residence Permit should arrive with you by courier within 7 – 10 days of receiving your decision letter.
What documents do I need to bring my wife to UK?
What documents do I need for a UK spouse visa?
- A valid passport or other valid travel document.
- Proof that your relationship is genuine (such as marriage certificates and photographs)
- Evidence that you meet the financial requirements.
- Evidence that you meet the English language requirement.
How much do you have to earn to bring spouse to UK?
You and your partner must have a combined income of at least £18,600 a year if: you’re applying as a partner. you want to settle in the UK (get ‘indefinite leave to remain’) within 5 years.
Which test is required for UK spouse visa?
For spouse or partner visa applicants, the relevant test is known as an ‘English language test in speaking and listening’. For a test to be accepted, it must be taken with an approved Secure English Language Testing (SELT) provider at an approved test centre.
How long does it take for a partner visa to be approved?
The Department of Home Affairs’ current processing time for partner visa applications is between 17 to 21 months.
How long does it take for UK visa to be approved?
Your application for a Standard Visitor visa should be made no earlier than 3 months before you intend to enter the UK, and it will generally take no more than 3 weeks for the visa application to be processed and a decision made after your appointment.
How do you know if your UK visa application was successful?
If your application is successful
You’ll be given either: a sticker (called a vignette) that goes in your passport – if you gave your biometric information at a visa application centre. access to view your immigration status information online – if you used the smartphone app to prove your identity.