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The UK government has increased the minimum income requirement from £18,600 to £29,000. Our experts will help you navigate these changes successfully.
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What is a Proposed Civil Partner Visa?
The UK Proposed Civil Partner Visa allows you to enter the UK for 6 months to form a civil partnership with a British citizen or settled person. After forming your civil partnership, you can switch to a Civil Partner Visa to continue living together in the UK.
For Engaged Partners
Designed for couples planning to enter into a civil partnership (same-sex or opposite-sex) with a UK citizen or settled person.
6 Month Duration
Your visa is valid for 6 months. You must form your civil partnership within this period and then switch to a Civil Partner Visa.
Path to Settlement
After civil partnership and switching to Civil Partner Visa, you're on the path to settlement (ILR) after 5 years.
Important: Civil Partnership Within 6 Months
The Proposed Civil Partner Visa allows you 6 months to enter the UK and form your civil partnership. You cannot work or study during this period. After forming the partnership, you must switch to a Civil Partner Visa (which can be done from within the UK) to gain full work and study rights for 30 months. Extensions to the 6-month period are possible but require strong justification.
Who Can Apply?
Your partner is British, Irish, has settled status, or has refugee/humanitarian protection
Both you and your partner are 18 years or older
You have met each other in person and your relationship is genuine and lasting
You intend to form civil partnership within 6 months and live together permanently in the UK
You meet the English language requirement (A1 level minimum)
You meet the financial requirement (£29,000 minimum annual income)
Benefits After Civil Partnership
Switch to Civil Partner Visa from within the UK (no need to return home)
Full work rights in any job or profession after switching
Study at any educational institution without restrictions
30 months residence on Civil Partner Visa, extendable for another 30 months
Apply for settlement (ILR) after 5 years total residence
Eligible for British citizenship after 6 years total residence
Proposed Civil Partner Visa Requirements
To qualify for a UK Proposed Civil Partner Visa, you and your partner must meet specific criteria. Our experts will guide you through each requirement step by step.
Financial Requirements
£29,000 Minimum Annual Income (2025)
This is the new requirement as of Loading.... Your UK partner's income, or a combination of both incomes (if you're in UK with valid leave), must meet this threshold.
Acceptable sources of income:
- Salaried employment income
- Self-employment earnings
- Director's salary and/or dividends
- Property rental income
- Pension income
- Dividends from investments, stocks, bonds
- Cash savings (£88,500 minimum held for 6+ months)
Benefit Exemptions
Different considerations apply if your UK partner receives certain disability or carer benefits. Our specialists can calculate the exact amount needed for your situation.
English Language
You must demonstrate English language ability at A1 level (basic) of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Ways to prove English:
- Pass an approved English test (IELTS Life Skills A1, Trinity GESE Grade 3)
- Have a degree taught in English (with Ecctis certificate if from outside UK)
- Be a national of an English-speaking country
Exemptions from English test:
- You're age 65 or over
- You have a physical or mental condition preventing you from taking the test
- You're from an exempt country (USA, Canada, Australia, etc.)
Accommodation
You must show you have adequate accommodation in the UK where you and your partner will live together after forming the civil partnership.
Requirements:
- Owned or rented by you, your partner, or both
- Must not be overcrowded according to UK standards
- Meets public health standards
- You have permission to live there
Acceptable Evidence
Property ownership documents, tenancy agreement, mortgage statement, or letter from landlord confirming permission to occupy. Housing report may be required (£80-120).
Genuine Relationship
You must prove that your relationship is genuine and subsisting, and that you intend to form a civil partnership and live together permanently in the UK.
Evidence to provide:
- Evidence of communication (messages, calls, emails)
- Photos together from different times and places
- Travel documents showing visits to each other
- Support letters from family and friends
- Evidence of joint financial commitments
- Proof that you have met in person
Important
Neither you nor your partner can be in another relationship. Previous civil partnerships or marriages must be legally ended with dissolution/divorce certificates or death certificates.
Required Documents
A complete and well-organized document package is crucial for success. Here's what you'll need.
Identity Documents
- Valid passport or travel document
- Birth certificate
- Previous passport/visa pages
Relationship Evidence
- Photos together (dated and varied)
- Communication history (calls, messages)
- Travel evidence (boarding passes, stamps)
- Support letters from family/friends
Financial Documents
- 6 months payslips (if employed)
- Employment contract/letter
- 6 months bank statements
- Tax returns (if self-employed)
- Savings statements (if applicable)
Accommodation Proof
- Property ownership documents, or
- Tenancy agreement, or
- Mortgage statement
- Housing report (£80-120)
English Language Proof
- English test certificate (A1 level), or
- Degree certificate + Ecctis, or
- Passport from English-speaking country
Partner's Documents
- British passport or settlement proof
- Birth certificate
- Dissolution/divorce certificates
- Employment/income documents
Application Process
Follow this step-by-step guide to apply for your Proposed Civil Partner Visa.
Check Eligibility
Verify that you and your partner meet all requirements including financial threshold (£29,000), English language, accommodation, and relationship criteria. Book a free consultation if unsure.
Gather Documents
Collect all required documents including identity papers, relationship evidence, 6 months financial documents, accommodation proof, and English language certificates. Our team can provide a customized checklist for your situation.
Complete Online Application
Fill out the Proposed Civil Partner Visa application online. Provide detailed information about you, your partner, relationship history, employment, and travel history.
Pay Fees and Book Appointment
Pay the application fee (£1,938). Proposed Civil Partner visas do NOT require the Immigration Health Surcharge because they are only valid for 6 months. Book your biometric appointment and consider Settlement Priority service (£500) for faster processing.
Attend Biometric Appointment
Visit visa application center for photo and fingerprints. Submit all supporting documents.
Wait for Decision
Standard processing: up to 12 weeks. Settlement Priority: 30 working days. Track application online.
Form Partnership & Switch Visa
After forming civil partnership in UK, apply to switch to Civil Partner Visa (£1,321 + £2,587.50 health surcharge) from within UK. Grants 30 months with full work rights.
Timeline Summary
6-12 weeks
Processing time
6 months
Time to form partnership
5 years
Path to settlement
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