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- UK Same Sex / Civil Partner Visa - Same Sex / Civil Partner Visa for the UK - - Same Sex Life Partners Visa for the UK -
Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa
Same-sex / Civil Partner UK Visas are available for same sex couples who register a civil partnership.
The below links provide information on Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa:
Same-sex / Civil Partner UK Visa General overview
How can apply for a Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa?
What age restrictions are there for a Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa?
How do we proof we have been together for 2 years?
How long does the Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa last for?
Will my foreign partner be able to work in the UK?
Does the sponsor (UK or European national) need to be in the UK already?
Do we need to have met prior to applying for Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa?
Must any funds be shown to support the application?
Where can I get professional help in applying for a Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa?
Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa - General Overview
Same-sex / Civil Partner UK Visas allow a non European or non UK national to come to the UK and settle with their partner (who is a national of the European Economic area or UK). A civil partnership is the equivalent of a civil marriage and hence the legal treatment is very similar to that of an opposite sex marriage.
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Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa - Who can apply?
Applications can be made by individuals who are in a same sex relationship whereby the partner is a national of The European Economic Area or the United Kingdom. Couples must have been living together for 2 years in a relationship similar to a civil partnership or civil marriage.
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Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa - Are there any age restrictions?
To successfully apply for a Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa both the applicant and sponsor (UK or European national) need to have attained the age of 18.
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Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa - How do we prove we have been together for 2 years?
Proof supporting your application for a Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa may include:
- documents showing joint commitments, such as bank accounts, investments, rent agreements or mortgages, and
- letters linking you to the same address, and official records (such as a gas or electricity bill or proof of your rent or mortgage arrangements) of your address
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Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa - How long does the visa last for?
The amount of time the Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa is issued for is dependent on how long the visa is issued for.
- If the civil partnership is under 4 years an initial two year probationary visa is issued. Assuming the relationship is still valid after this initial two years an application can be made for indefinite leave to remain.
- For civil partnerships of 4 years and more, an application can be made for indefinite leave to remain immediately.
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Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa - Will my partner be able to work in the UK?
Once the Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa is issued partners are able to take up work.
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Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa - Does the partner (sponsor) need to be in the UK already?
The sponsor (UK or European national), needs either to be present and settled in the UK or is arriving and can be present and settled.
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Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa - Do we need to have met?
Applicants must have met their civil partners and be in a monogamous relationship in order to make an application for a Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa. It must also be the intention to live together and establish a permanent home.
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Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa - Do we need to prove any funds?
Suitable funds will need to be shown to demonstrate that the foreign partner can be supported without recourse on public funds.
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Same-Sex / Civil Partner UK Visa - Professional Assistance
The Intergate Immigration Group has teamed up with one of the UKs leading immigration experts to provide a comprehensive UK visa application service.
For assistance and to find out more about how we can help you:
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