Spouse Visa Solicitors in Cheltenham

If you’re married to or in a civil partnership with a British citizen or someone settled in the UK, you may be eligible to apply for a spouse visa. At Pembridge Solicitors, we assist individuals and couples across Cheltenham and Gloucestershire in navigating the spouse visa application process, ensuring compliance with the latest immigration rules.

As of April 2025, the UK Home Office requires applicants to meet specific financial and accommodation criteria, alongside demonstrating a genuine and subsisting relationship. Our immigration team is here to guide you through each step, providing tailored advice and support.

Who Can Apply for a Spouse Visa?

You may be eligible for a UK spouse visa if:

  • You and your partner are both over 18 years old
  • Your partner is a British or Irish citizen, holds settled status (such as Indefinite Leave to Remain), or has refugee or humanitarian protection in the UK
  • You are in a legally recognised marriage or civil partnership, or have been living together in a relationship akin to marriage for at least two years
  • You intend to live together permanently in the UK

Financial Requirement

As of April 2025, the minimum income threshold for a spouse visa application is £29,000 per year. This requirement applies to the sponsoring partner’s gross annual income. If you cannot meet this income threshold through employment, you may use cash savings of at least £88,500 as an alternative. Certain exemptions apply if the sponsoring partner receives specific disability-related benefits. In such cases, the financial requirement may be waived, but you must still demonstrate adequate maintenance and accommodation without recourse to public funds.

English Language Requirement

Applicants must prove their knowledge of the English language by:

  • Passing an approved English language test at CEFR level A1 or higher
  • Holding a degree or academic qualification taught in English and recognised in the UK
  • Being a national of a majority English-speaking country

Accommodation Requirement

You must provide evidence of suitable accommodation in the UK that:

  • Is owned or occupied exclusively by you and your partner
  • Has sufficient living space and meets public health regulations

Why Choose Pembridge Solicitors?

Based in Cheltenham, our experienced immigration team is dedicated to providing clear, practical advice tailored to your circumstances. We understand the complexities of the UK immigration system and are committed to helping you and your partner navigate the process with confidence.

Speak to a Spouse Visa Solicitor in Cheltenham

If you’re considering applying for a spouse visa or need assistance with an ongoing application, contact us today. Call 0330 900 0377 or complete our online enquiry form, and a member of our immigration team will be in touch to discuss your needs.

How to Find Us

Calderwood House
Montpellier Parade
Cheltenham
GL50 1UA

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