Fiance, Fiancee or Proposed Civil Partner visa
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Fiance, Fiancee or Proposed Civil Partner visa
Fiance, Fiancee or Proposed Civil Partner visa
United Kingdom · Family
What it is
A short-term family visa for people coming to the UK to marry or form a civil partnership with a British citizen, settled person, or other qualifying sponsor within 6 months of arrival.
Key facts
- Category
- Family
- Duration
- 6 months; must switch to Spouse/Partner visa after marriage
- Processing time
- 12 weeks
- Maximum validity
- 6 months
- Extendable
- Yes
- Path to permanent residence
- Indirect route
- Dependants
- Yes
- Work allowance
- 0 hours per week
- Age
- 18 or over
- English requirement
- A1 (SELT)
- How to apply
- Online
- Health insurance
- Not required
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.
Fees
- Application fee (fiancé entry (partner-route fee) - apply outside the UK)
- GBP 2,064
- Health surcharge
- GBP 1,035 per year
- Proof of funds
- GBP 29,000 per year
Key requirements
- Engaged to a British citizen, settled person, or eligible status holder
- Plan to marry or form a civil partnership within 6 months
- Meet the minimum income requirement
- Adequate accommodation
- Meet English language requirement
- Genuine and subsisting relationship
Working on this visa
You cannot work during your stay as a fiancé, fiancée or proposed civil partner.
Bringing family
yes - children can be added as dependants at £2,064 each from outside the UK (same partner-route rule: under 18 and not independent)
Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 19 July 2026.