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Advice and updates on spouse, partner, child, and family migration routes.

Joining Your British or Settled Partner in the UK: What You Need to Know Before Applying

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If you wish to live in the UK with your partner, you may be able to apply under the family visa route. This allows spouses, civil partners, and unmarried partners to join a British citizen or a person settled in the UK. Applications are made under the UK Family Immigration Rules. However, these applications can […]

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UK Immigration Rules Update: Statement of Changes HC 1691 (5 March 2026)

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On 5 March 2026, the Home Office published Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules HC 1691, introducing a series of amendments affecting asylum policy, visa requirements, English language requirements for settlement, and procedural rules in immigration applications. Statements of changes modify the rules governing entry, stay, and settlement in the United Kingdom.  The latest

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What is the impact of a divorce while you are in the UK as a dependent partner on your immigration status in the UK?

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The impact of divorce while on a post-visa on your immigration status in the UK depends significantly of the status of the person you married. 1. Married to an EEA National with Pre-Settled or Settled Status under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) If your visa/status is under the EUSS as a family member of an

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Difference between the fiancé visa and the marriage visitor visa under the UK Immigration Rules.

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The Fiancé Visa and the Marriage Visitor Visa are two different types of visas under the UK Immigration Rules, each serving distinct purposes for individuals looking to enter the UK for relationship-related reasons. Here’s a breakdown of their differences: The Fiancé Visa is a visa that lead to settlement under Appendix FM of the Immigration

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UK Spouse Visa Approval Guide (2025 Edition)

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A simplified step-by-step guide for couples and families applying to stay together in the UK. Presented by:Stay UK Immigration Serviceswww.stay-uk.co.uk Welcome & Introduction Love Knows No Borders — But the Home Office Has Rules. This guide helps you understand the UK Spouse Visa process so you can: Whether you’re applying from abroad or switching visas

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