Family & Partner Visas
Spouse visa English tests: A1, A2 and B1 explained
Choose evidence for the right stage of a partner application and avoid paying for a test that is unnecessary, too low or not approved for the purpose.
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Family & Partner Visas
Spouse visa cash savings: when do you need £88,500?
Understand the savings formula, ownership and six-month evidence period, and why the same calculation should not be copied into an ILR application.
Family & Partner Visas
Unmarried partner visa: can you apply without living together?
Two years of living together is not the only way described in current guidance. Understand the relationship requirement and how to evidence a genuine partnership while apart.
Family & Partner Visas
Spouse visa after a new job: do you have to wait six months?
A recent job change does not always mean waiting. Understand Category A and Category B, the two-part income test and the evidence period before applying.
Family & Partner Visas
Spouse visa relationship evidence: how to explain living apart
A genuine relationship can span countries and separate addresses. Learn how to organise dates, documents and explanations without drowning the application in screenshots.
Fees & Planning
UK spouse visa costs in 2026: the full fee and IHS breakdown
See the difference between overseas spouse applications and UK extensions, including adult and child IHS, optional services and the separate professional fee.
Family & Partner Visas
UK spouse visa document checklist: what you actually need in 2026
Build a spouse or partner visa evidence file that fits your circumstances: identity, relationship, finances, accommodation and English, with clear checks before you apply.
Family & Partner Visas
UK spouse visa financial requirement: does the £29,000 rule apply to you?
Understand which spouse visa income threshold applies, whose earnings can count and why your evidence category matters as much as your salary.