Marriage Visitor Visa

The Marriage Visitor Visa allows individuals to come to the UK to get married, register a civil partnership, or give notice of marriage or civil partnership. This visa is intended for short-term visits and is ideal for those who do not plan to settle in the UK after their marriage or civil partnership.

This visa does not lead to settlement in the UK and is solely for marriage or civil partnership purposes.

Eligibility

To qualify for a Marriage Visitor Visa, you must:

• Be aged 18 or over.
• Intend to leave the UK after your visit.
• Be coming to the UK to:
  • Get married.
  • Register a civil partnership.
  • Give notice of marriage or civil partnership.
• Prove that your marriage or civil partnership will take place during your stay in the UK.
• Have sufficient funds to support yourself without relying on public funds or working in the UK.
• Demonstrate strong ties to your home country, such as employment or property ownership, to prove you will return after your visit.

Duration of Stay

The Marriage Visitor Visa allows you to stay in the UK for:

• Up to 6 months.

Extensions or switching to another visa category while in the UK are not permitted under this visa.

Application Process

Timeline

You can apply for a Marriage Visitor Visa up to 3 months before your intended travel date. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Prove your identity.
• Provide required documents, including:
  • Evidence of your planned marriage or civil partnership in the UK (e.g., venue booking confirmation).
  • Proof of funds to support your stay.
  • Evidence of your return travel plans and ties to your home country.
• Attend a biometric appointment if required.

Decision Timeframe

• 3 weeks if applying from outside the UK.

Rights and Restrictions

What You Can Do:

• Marry or register a civil partnership in the UK.
• Give notice of your intention to marry or form a civil partnership.

What You Cannot Do:

• Work or engage in paid or unpaid employment.
• Live in the UK for extended periods through frequent visits.
• Apply for most benefits (public funds).
• Switch to another visa category or extend your stay.
• Bring dependents; they must apply separately if needed.

Get in touch with us now at Squadlead to make your Marriage Visitor Visa application process seamless and stress-free!