Married to a British citizen — what visa does the bride need?

1. Fiancé(e) Visa: This visa is for brides or grooms of British citizens or permanent residents. It allows you to enter the UK for the purpose of marriage. After marriage, you will be able to apply for a spouse visa.
2. Spouse Visa: Once married, you will need to apply for this visa to be eligible to reside in the UK as the spouse of a British citizen or resident.

To obtain any of these visas, you usually need to meet certain criteria, such as financial solvency, English language proficiency, and proof of relationship authenticity. It is also important to check the current requirements and procedures on the official UK Government website or seek advice from a local immigration specialist.

UK fiance visa

Here are some key features and requirements to obtain UK fiance visas (Fiancé(e) Visa):

• relationship: You must have a real and serious relationship with your fiancé who is a UK citizen or permanent resident. It is usually required to provide evidence of your relationship, such as correspondence, photos together, evidence of meetings, etc.
• marriage: You must plan to get married within six months of entering the UK on a fiancé visa. Once married, you will be able to apply for a Spouse Visa to continue living in the UK.
• financial requirements: Your fiancé must support you financially during your stay in the UK. To do this, he must have enough income to support you, or savings for this period.
• knowledge of English: Demonstration of sufficient English language proficiency is usually required to successfully integrate into British society. This may be demonstrated by passing an English exam or other means.
• health and absence of problems with the law: You must undergo a medical examination to ensure there are no infectious diseases or other medical problems. You must also provide a police clearance certificate from all countries where you have lived for more than six months.
• submitting an application: The fiancé visa application can be submitted online on the official UK Government website or through your nearest visa application processing centre.

These are the basic requirements, but it is worth considering that the rules may change, so it is always better to check the current requirements on official resources or consult with immigration specialists.

How difficult is it to get a fiancé visa to England?

Obtaining a UK fiancé visa can be quite a complex process as the requirements are quite strict and each application is considered individually. Some common reasons for fiancé visa denial include:

• insufficient evidence of relationship: If sufficient evidence is not provided about the reality and seriousness of your relationship with your fiancé, the consular officer at the consulate may doubt your motivation for marriage and reject your application.
• financial instability: If your fiancé cannot sufficiently provide for you financially during your stay in the UK, or cannot demonstrate his financial worth, this may result in your visa being refused.
• insufficient knowledge of English: If you are unable to demonstrate sufficient English language proficiency, this may create an obstacle to your successful interview or application.
• medical or legal problems: If you have a medical condition that could pose a threat to public health or safety, or if you have a criminal record, your visa may be denied.
• insufficient preparation of the application: An incorrectly completed application form or lack of required documents can also lead to a visa refusal.

It is important to carefully prepare for the fiancé visa process by following all requirements and providing all necessary documents and evidence. Consulting with an immigration lawyer or specialist can also help increase your chances of successfully obtaining a visa.

The Fiancé(e) Visa is usually issued for a period of up to six months. This period allows you to enter the UK, marry your fiancée and apply for a Spouse Visa as a further step in your stay in the country.

Once you get married and apply for a spouse visa, you can be granted permission to remain in the UK for a longer period, usually 2.5 or 5 years. After this period, you may be entitled to permanent residence in the UK (Settlement).

It is important to note that the exact duration of a visa may vary slightly depending on specific circumstances and individual cases. Therefore, it is important to carefully review the terms and conditions of your visa when obtaining it.