UK Spouse Visa Document Checklist
Preparing the correct evidence is one of the most important parts of a successful spouse visa application.
This guide explains the most common documents required for spouse visas, fiancé visas, unmarried partner visas and spouse visa extensions.
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Core Documents Required
Every application is different, however most spouse visa applications require evidence from the categories below.
Identity Documents
Current passport, previous passports where relevant and proof of immigration status.
Relationship Evidence
Evidence demonstrating a genuine and subsisting relationship.
Financial Evidence
Income, savings or other qualifying financial evidence.
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Marriage Certificate
Required for spouse visa applications where the couple is married.
Civil Partnership Certificate
Where the relationship is a civil partnership.
Photographs Together
Photographs demonstrating the relationship over time.
Travel Evidence
Flight tickets, boarding passes and travel bookings.
Communication Records
Selected messages, call logs and communication evidence.
Relationship Statements
Personal statements explaining the relationship history.
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Payslips
Payslips covering the required qualifying period.
Bank Statements
Statements showing income deposits.
Employer Letter
Letter confirming employment and salary information.
Savings Evidence
Where savings are being relied upon.
Tax Documents
Relevant self-employment or company documentation.
Business Records
Required where company income is being relied upon.
Accommodation Documents Checklist
Tenancy Agreement
Current tenancy agreement where renting.
Landlord Letter
Consent where appropriate.
Title Register
Ownership evidence where applicable.
Council Tax
Evidence of occupation and address.
Utility Bills
Supporting address evidence.
Property Report
Useful where overcrowding could be questioned.
Common Reasons Documents Are Rejected
Missing Documents
Required evidence has not been submitted.
Wrong Dates
Documents do not cover the required period.
Address Differences
Conflicting addresses across evidence.
Incorrect Financial Category
Evidence does not match the category relied upon.
Weak Relationship Evidence
Insufficient evidence of a genuine relationship.
Poor Organisation
Documents submitted without structure or explanation.
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