Love, Without the Distance.
Bringing your partner to the UK is one of the most important journeys you will take. We handle the complex financial rules and relationship evidence so you can focus on building your life together.
More Than Just a Form.
The UK’s family visa rules are stricter than ever. A simple mistake—a missing bank statement, a miscalculated financial year, or 'insufficient' chat logs—can lead to a refusal that separates families for months or years.
At Nuvora, we don’t just fill in forms. We build a legal fortress around your application. We meticulously audit your financial history and craft a compelling narrative that proves your relationship is genuine, subsisting, and ready for life in the UK.
We don't leave your future to chance. Every document is checked, every risk is managed.
Your Options as a ‘Partner’
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Spousal Visa
Applying as a “spouse” under Appendix FM requires proving your relationship with a UK partner is genuine and subsisting and meets the Immigration Rules. You must satisfy financial, accommodation and English-language requirements, intend to live together in the UK, and provide clear contemporaneous evidence of the relationship’s history and commitment. The sponsor must usually show a minimum annual income or sufficient savings to support you without public funds; accommodation must be suitable and available for the family. You must meet the required English level unless exempt, and disclose any prior immigration or criminal history. Decisions rest on the quality and consistency of documentary evidence (correspondence, joint bills, photos, travel records, witness statements), credibility at interview if called, and procedural compliance; failure on any core element can cause refusal, delay, or the need for fresh evidence, administrative review or appeal.
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Unmarried Partner Visa
Applying as an “unmarried partner” under Appendix FM you must prove a genuine, durable relationship with a British, settled or settled‑status partner without marriage/civil partnership. Show you’ve been together in a relationship akin to marriage for at least two consecutive years, or otherwise prove a long‑term committed relationship with shared finances/domestic arrangements, joint responsibility for living costs, and intent to live together permanently in the UK. Provide strong documentary evidence: joint tenancy/mortgage, shared utility bills, joint bank activity, correspondence to both, evidence of children, travel records, and supporting statements. Also meet the financial and English requirements, show suitable accommodation (no recourse to public funds). Inconsistent, missing or weak evidence can lead to refusal — supply a clear chronology and robust documents.
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Fiancé(e) Visa
Applying for a Fiancé(e) Visa under Appendix FM means demonstrating a genuine intention to marry or enter into a civil partnership in the UK within six months, while meeting strict legal requirements governing relationship authenticity, financial sufficiency and English language ability. The application must prove the relationship is subsisting and genuine through documentary evidence of communication, meetings and joint plans; satisfy the financial threshold (minimum income or cash savings) to show the UK sponsor can adequately maintain the applicant without recourse to public funds; and confirm suitable accommodation will be available on arrival. Applicants must also meet character and immigration history checks, provide medical and biometric information, and, where applicable, evidence of prior relationship breakdowns or previous immigration refusals. Successful approval grants a single-entry visa for six months to marry or form a civil partnership in the UK, after which the partner must apply for permission to remain as a spouse to pursue long-term settlement.
Mastering the Financial Requirement.
The 'Minimum Income Requirement' is the most common reason for refusal. Whether you are relying on salaried employment, self-employment, cash savings, or a combination of all three, the rules are rigid.
We specialize in complex financial cases. We understand how to combine Category A and Category B income, how to present company dividends, and how to utilize the 'Cash Savings' route to bypass income thresholds entirely.
The Three Pillars of Approval
1. Genuine & Subsisting
You must prove your relationship is real. We help you compile a robust portfolio of evidence—from tenancy agreements and joint finances to travel itineraries and chat logs—to demonstrate a shared life, not just a marriage certificate.
2. Financial Requirement
The Sponsor must meet the specific income threshold (under Appendix FM). Whether through salaried employment (6 months vs. 12 months), self-employment, pensions, or cash savings, we calculate your eligibility down to the penny.
3. English Language
Unless you are from a majority English-speaking country or have a degree taught in English, you will need a Secure English Language Test (SELT) at level A1 (entry) or A2 (extension). We guide you to the right providers.
Bringing Dependents & Children
If you are applying with children who are not British or settled, the application becomes significantly more complex. The Home Office applies rigorous checks to ensure the child’s welfare and your eligibility. We specialize in navigating these sensitive family rules to ensure no one is left behind.
The 3 Key Hurdles
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This is the most common reason for refusal in single-parent cases. If the child's other parent is still alive and living abroad, you must prove you have 'sole responsibility' for the child's upbringing. We help you evidence full decision-making power over their education, health, and welfare.
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Depending on when you first entered the visa route, adding non-British children can increase the Minimum Income Requirement you must meet. We calculate your exact threshold to ensure your financial evidence covers the entire family unit.
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Children over 18 (or approaching 18) face extra scrutiny. You must prove they are not living an 'independent life'—meaning they are not married, financially independent, or living away from the family home. We help document their continued dependency.
Your Path to Settlement
We partner with you for the long haul, tracking your absences and eligibility dates so you never miss a deadline.
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Allows a partner of a British citizen/settled person to live in the UK for 30 months. Requires proof of a genuine relationship, suitable accommodation, and minimum income or maintenance funds. Visa holders may work and study. Must meet conditions to apply for the 2.5‑year extension toward settlement. Application includes biometrics and, if applicable, English language and TB screening.
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Extending a spousal visa allows partners already in the UK to continue living together while meeting the requirements for further leave to remain. Applicants must show ongoing genuine relationship, meet financial and English language requirements, and provide required documents such as biometric information and evidence of cohabitation. Applications should be submitted before the current visa expires; successful extensions lead towards settlement options after the qualifying period. Nuvora can advise on eligibility, document preparation and application strategy.
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Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) on the spousal route allows partners of British citizens or settled persons to settle permanently in the UK once they have satisfied residency, relationship and suitability criteria. In most cases this requires five years’ lawful residence on a spouse, partner or proposed civil partner visa (in some pilot cases a 2.5+2.5 route applies). Applicants must meet continuous residence and permitted absence limits, demonstrate a genuine and subsisting relationship, maintain the applicable financial requirements throughout, pass the Life in the UK test and the English language requirement (unless exempt), and meet good character and immigration-history standards. Applications are submitted to the Home Office with appropriate identification.
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Naturalising is the process by which a non-British national becomes a British citizen. It requires meeting residency and good character requirements, demonstrating English language ability and knowledge of life in the UK, and making a formal application with supporting documents and fees. Successful applicants attend a citizenship ceremony and receive a certificate of naturalisation, after which they may apply for a British passport and enjoy the full rights of citizenship.
FAQs
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If you are currently in the UK on a visa that allows switching (like a Skilled Worker or Student visa), yes. If you are here as a visitor, you usually must return home to apply.
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There are specific exemptions and 'exceptional circumstances' we can explore. We can also assess if combining income or using cash savings can bridge the gap.
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It’s not just about marriage certificates. We help you compile 'social evidence'—chat logs, travel tickets, photos, and letters of support—to paint a picture of a real, loving life together.
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Yes, significantly. The Home Office requires specific documents covering the last full financial year (CT600s, SA302s, unique tax reference numbers). We specialize in auditing self-employed accounts to ensure they meet the strict evidential rules.
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A refusal can trigger an Appeal process which can take months. This is why we focus on 'front-loading' your application with irrefutable evidence to get it right the first time. If you have been refused previously, we can review your case to see if an Appeal or a fresh application is the best strategy.
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Yes. Once your visa is granted, you have full access to the UK labour market. You can work for an employer, be self-employed, or study.
Start Your Life Together.
Don't let bureaucracy stand in the way of love. Book a strategy session today to secure your family's future.