Overview
A clear path through UK Spouse Visa.
The UK Spouse Visa lets the partner of a British citizen or settled person live and work in the UK. It is one of the most evidence-heavy routes — financial requirement, genuine relationship, accommodation and English language all need to be satisfied.
We pre-empt the common refusal triggers: payslip gaps, joint cohabitation evidence, English certificate validity, and the exact format of bank statements.
Who it's for
Is this the right route for you?
- Married partners and civil partners of British / settled people
- Unmarried partners with 2+ years of cohabitation evidence
Eligibility
Are you eligible?
- Genuine and subsisting marriage or civil partnership
- Minimum income threshold of £29,000
- Suitable accommodation in the UK
- English language requirement met
Documents
What you'll need to prepare.
- Marriage or civil partnership certificate
- Sponsor's payslips and bank statements (usually 6 months)
- Employer's letter confirming income
- English language test certificate at A1
- Evidence of cohabitation, communication and joint life
- Accommodation evidence (tenancy or property documents)
Process
How we work, step by step.
- 1
Initial consultation
We assess your situation, eligibility and the strongest route forward.
- 2
Document strategy
We prepare a tailored evidence bundle and resolve weak points before submission.
- 3
Application & submission
Your case is filed precisely, with every requirement triple-checked.
- 4
Decision & next steps
We monitor progress, respond to requests, and guide you through the outcome.
Fees & timelines
Transparent, fixed-fee pricing.
Home Office fee from £1,938 (overseas) / £1,321 (in-country), plus IHS at £1,035 per year. Our professional fees from £1,750.
Typical Home Office processing: ~12 weeks.
Watch-outs
Common pitfalls to avoid.
- Minimum Income Requirement of £29,000 (rising to £38,700) must be met precisely
- Relationship evidence is judged on substance, not volume
Why Tide
A safer pair of hands for your application.
We are a boutique UK immigration practice. Every UK Spouse Visa case is led by a senior specialist — never delegated to a junior caseworker. We are candid about your prospects, strategic about your evidence, and quietly relentless on your behalf.