Proposed Civil Partner Visa

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What is the Proposed Civil Partner Visa?

The Proposed Civil Partner Visa is a type of family visa that allows individuals to come to the UK to register a civil partnership with a British citizen or someone who is settled in the UK. This visa gives non-UK nationals the legal opportunity to arrive in the UK for the purpose of forming a civil partnership within six months of arrival.

Unlike other UK visas, this route is tailored specifically for those who are not yet civil partners, but intend to become one shortly after arriving. Once the civil partnership is registered, you may then apply to switch into the UK Civil Partner Visa category, which enables you to remain in the UK and eventually apply for indefinite leave to remain.

Who is the Proposed Civil Partner Visa For?

The UK Proposed Civil Partner Visa is intended for applicants who:

Are currently outside the UK

Are currently outside the UK

Are currently outside the UK

Are currently outside the UK

Intend to register a civil partnership in the UK within 6 months

Intend to register a civil partnership in the UK within 6 months

Intend to register a civil partnership in the UK within 6 months

Intend to register a civil partnership in the UK within 6 months

Are in a genuine and ongoing relationship with a partner who is British, or a partner of a British citizen, or someone who has indefinite leave to remain

Are in a genuine and ongoing relationship with a partner who is British, or a partner of a British citizen, or someone who has indefinite leave to remain

Are in a genuine and ongoing relationship with a partner who is British, or a partner of a British citizen, or someone who has indefinite leave to remain

Are in a genuine and ongoing relationship with a partner who is British, or a partner of a British citizen, or someone who has indefinite leave to remain

Plan to live in the UK together permanently

Plan to live in the UK together permanently

Plan to live in the UK together permanently

Plan to live in the UK together permanently

Can meet the financial requirement

Can meet the financial requirement

Can meet the financial requirement

Can meet the financial requirement

Can satisfy the English language requirement

Can satisfy the English language requirement

Can satisfy the English language requirement

Can satisfy the English language requirement

Are not in the UK as a visitor or under another visa category that cannot switch

Are not in the UK as a visitor or under another visa category that cannot switch

Are not in the UK as a visitor or under another visa category that cannot switch

Are not in the UK as a visitor or under another visa category that cannot switch

This visa for the UK is ideal for couples who want to build their future together and remain in the UK after formalizing and enter into a civil partnership.

What is the UK Proposed Civil Partner Visa Application Process?

The proposed civil partner visa application must be made from outside the UK. Below are the key steps:

  1. Complete the online application form through the official UK visas and immigration portal.

  2. Submit your application for entry clearance as a proposed civil partner.

  3. Upload the required documents showing that you intend to register your civil partnership in the UK.

  4. Attend a biometric appointment in your home country.

  5. Pay the visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS).

  6. Wait for a decision, which typically takes 12 weeks, depending on the country.

If approved, you will be granted a 6-month visa to enter the UK and complete your civil partnership registration. After registration, you’ll need to apply to switch into the full UK civil partner visa category from inside the UK.

What Are the Proposed Civil Partner Visa Requirements?

The requirements for a UK proposed civil partner visa include:

Relationship Requirement

You and your partner must be at least 18 years old.

You and your partner must be at least 18 years old.

You and your partner must be at least 18 years old.

You and your partner must be at least 18 years old.

You must plan to register your civil partnership within the UK in the first six months of your arrival in the UK.

You must plan to register your civil partnership within the UK in the first six months of your arrival in the UK.

You must plan to register your civil partnership within the UK in the first six months of your arrival in the UK.

You must plan to register your civil partnership within the UK in the first six months of your arrival in the UK.

Your relationship must be genuine, and you must intend to live together permanently in the UK.

Your relationship must be genuine, and you must intend to live together permanently in the UK.

Your relationship must be genuine, and you must intend to live together permanently in the UK.

Your relationship must be genuine, and you must intend to live together permanently in the UK.

Your partner must have met you in person, and your relationship must not be prohibited by UK law.

Your partner must have met you in person, and your relationship must not be prohibited by UK law.

Your partner must have met you in person, and your relationship must not be prohibited by UK law.

Your partner must have met you in person, and your relationship must not be prohibited by UK law.

Suitability: There must be no obstacles to the relationship, such as previous marriages or unresolved legal issues.

Suitability: There must be no obstacles to the relationship, such as previous marriages or unresolved legal issues.

Suitability: There must be no obstacles to the relationship, such as previous marriages or unresolved legal issues.

Suitability: There must be no obstacles to the relationship, such as previous marriages or unresolved legal issues.

Meet the Financial Requirements

To meet the financial requirement for a proposed civil partner visa, your UK partner must:

Earn at least £29,000 annually, or

Earn at least £29,000 annually, or

Earn at least £29,000 annually, or

Earn at least £29,000 annually, or

Have sufficient cash savings to meet the threshold

Have sufficient cash savings to meet the threshold

Have sufficient cash savings to meet the threshold

Have sufficient cash savings to meet the threshold

If your partner is in receipt of certain benefits, different financial rules may apply.

If your partner is in receipt of certain benefits, different financial rules may apply.

If your partner is in receipt of certain benefits, different financial rules may apply.

If your partner is in receipt of certain benefits, different financial rules may apply.

This requirement ensures that applicants will not rely on public funds and can stay in the UK without financial hardship.

English Language Requirement

Applicants must show they:

Passed an approved English test (CEFR Level A1), or

Passed an approved English test (CEFR Level A1), or

Passed an approved English test (CEFR Level A1), or

Passed an approved English test (CEFR Level A1), or

Are from an English-speaking country, or

Are from an English-speaking country, or

Are from an English-speaking country, or

Are from an English-speaking country, or

Hold a degree taught in English

Hold a degree taught in English

Hold a degree taught in English

Hold a degree taught in English

Accommodation and Suitability

You must show that there is adequate accommodation for both partners inside the UK.

You must show that there is adequate accommodation for both partners inside the UK.

You must show that there is adequate accommodation for both partners inside the UK.

You must show that there is adequate accommodation for both partners inside the UK.

You must not have immigration violations or serious criminal records.

You must not have immigration violations or serious criminal records.

You must not have immigration violations or serious criminal records.

You must not have immigration violations or serious criminal records.

Key Benefits of the Proposed Civil Partner Visa

The UK proposed civil partner visa allows you to:

Enter the UK legally before registering your civil partnership

Enter the UK legally before registering your civil partnership

Enter the UK legally before registering your civil partnership

Enter the UK legally before registering your civil partnership

Have time to prepare and register your civil partnership in the UK within 6 months

Have time to prepare and register your civil partnership in the UK within 6 months

Have time to prepare and register your civil partnership in the UK within 6 months

Have time to prepare and register your civil partnership in the UK within 6 months

Apply to switch to the UK civil partner visa from inside the UK

Apply to switch to the UK civil partner visa from inside the UK

Apply to switch to the UK civil partner visa from inside the UK

Apply to switch to the UK civil partner visa from inside the UK

Eventually apply for indefinite leave to remain after living together under the partner visa for the UK

Eventually apply for indefinite leave to remain after living together under the partner visa for the UK

Eventually apply for indefinite leave to remain after living together under the partner visa for the UK

Eventually apply for indefinite leave to remain after living together under the partner visa for the UK

Be eligible to apply for settlement in the UK and later for British citizenship

Be eligible to apply for settlement in the UK and later for British citizenship

Be eligible to apply for settlement in the UK and later for British citizenship

Be eligible to apply for settlement in the UK and later for British citizenship

Stay in the UK with your partner and build a shared life

Stay in the UK with your partner and build a shared life

Stay in the UK with your partner and build a shared life

Stay in the UK with your partner and build a shared life

Once you switch to the UK civil partner visa, you may also be able to apply for work or study, as this route typically comes with permission to work in the UK.

Why Choose Bekenbey?

At Bekenbey, we specialize in UK immigration, particularly with family visa applications such as the proposed civil partner visa. Our expert advisors will guide you through:

  • Completing your application for a UK proposed civil partner visa

  • Ensuring all requirements of the immigration rules are satisfied

  • Preparing your documents to meet the civil partner visa requirements

  • Assisting you with registering your civil partnership after your entry to the UK

  • Planning the transition from a proposed civil partner to a civil partner of a British citizen

With our deep understanding of the UK immigration system, Bekenbey is your trusted partner in making this important step.

Apply for a UK Proposed Civil Partner Visa Today with Bekenbey

If you and your partner are preparing to start your life together in the UK, now is the time to apply for a proposed civil partner visa. Whether your partner in the UK as British, has indefinite leave to remain, or holds refugee status, this visa gives you the legal right to enter the UK, register your partnership, and live together.

Once your partnership is registered, you’ll be eligible to apply to extend your stay under the full UK civil partner visa. After 5 years in the UK, you may be eligible to apply for indefinite leave to remain and later for British citizenship.

You need to apply before entering the UK, and once here, follow through with the registration process as planned.

Let Bekenbey help you prepare and submit your application for a proposed civil partner visa today! .

Needed Documents

We’ve listed all the key documents required for your visa application to make your process as smooth as possible. Here are some common documents you may need to provide:

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Valid passport

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Valid passport

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Valid passport

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Valid passport

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Proof of relationship (photos, messages, letters, shared travel)

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Proof of relationship (photos, messages, letters, shared travel)

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Proof of relationship (photos, messages, letters, shared travel)

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Proof of relationship (photos, messages, letters, shared travel)

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Evidence of intention to register your civil partnership within the UK

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Evidence of intention to register your civil partnership within the UK

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Evidence of intention to register your civil partnership within the UK

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Evidence of intention to register your civil partnership within the UK

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Proof of financial eligibility (payslips, employment letters, savings)

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Proof of financial eligibility (payslips, employment letters, savings)

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Proof of financial eligibility (payslips, employment letters, savings)

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Proof of financial eligibility (payslips, employment letters, savings)

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Accommodation details in the UK

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Accommodation details in the UK

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Accommodation details in the UK

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Accommodation details in the UK

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English language test certificate or exemption documents

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English language test certificate or exemption documents

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English language test certificate or exemption documents

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English language test certificate or exemption documents

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Tuberculosis test results, if applicable

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Tuberculosis test results, if applicable

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Tuberculosis test results, if applicable

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Tuberculosis test results, if applicable

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Partner’s status in the UK (British passport, BRP, ILR confirmation)

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Partner’s status in the UK (British passport, BRP, ILR confirmation)

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Partner’s status in the UK (British passport, BRP, ILR confirmation)

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Partner’s status in the UK (British passport, BRP, ILR confirmation)

Documents must be in English or officially translated.

Your Immigration
Questions, Answered

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Can I work in the UK on a proposed civil partner visa?

No. You cannot work or study in the UK while on the proposed civil partner visa. However, after registering your civil partnership and switching into the civil partner visa category, you may receive UK with permission to work.

Can I work in the UK on a proposed civil partner visa?

No. You cannot work or study in the UK while on the proposed civil partner visa. However, after registering your civil partnership and switching into the civil partner visa category, you may receive UK with permission to work.

Can I work in the UK on a proposed civil partner visa?

No. You cannot work or study in the UK while on the proposed civil partner visa. However, after registering your civil partnership and switching into the civil partner visa category, you may receive UK with permission to work.

Can I work in the UK on a proposed civil partner visa?

No. You cannot work or study in the UK while on the proposed civil partner visa. However, after registering your civil partnership and switching into the civil partner visa category, you may receive UK with permission to work.

Can I register a civil partnership anywhere in the UK?

Yes. You can register your civil partnership in England, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland, but you must enter a civil partnership within the 6-month visa period.

Can I register a civil partnership anywhere in the UK?

Yes. You can register your civil partnership in England, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland, but you must enter a civil partnership within the 6-month visa period.

Can I register a civil partnership anywhere in the UK?

Yes. You can register your civil partnership in England, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland, but you must enter a civil partnership within the 6-month visa period.

Can I register a civil partnership anywhere in the UK?

Yes. You can register your civil partnership in England, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland, but you must enter a civil partnership within the 6-month visa period.

What happens after the civil partnership is registered?

After registration, you must apply to switch into the UK civil partner visa route from inside the UK. This will allow you to remain in the UK, access work rights, and begin the 5-year path to settlement. Once complete, you will be eligible to apply for indefinite leave and eventually settle in the UK permanently.

What happens after the civil partnership is registered?

After registration, you must apply to switch into the UK civil partner visa route from inside the UK. This will allow you to remain in the UK, access work rights, and begin the 5-year path to settlement. Once complete, you will be eligible to apply for indefinite leave and eventually settle in the UK permanently.

What happens after the civil partnership is registered?

After registration, you must apply to switch into the UK civil partner visa route from inside the UK. This will allow you to remain in the UK, access work rights, and begin the 5-year path to settlement. Once complete, you will be eligible to apply for indefinite leave and eventually settle in the UK permanently.

What happens after the civil partnership is registered?

After registration, you must apply to switch into the UK civil partner visa route from inside the UK. This will allow you to remain in the UK, access work rights, and begin the 5-year path to settlement. Once complete, you will be eligible to apply for indefinite leave and eventually settle in the UK permanently.