All UK visa application forms must be completed online at .Visa4UK.fco.uk • Have all your personal information and documents to hand before you start.
The earliest you can submit your visa extension application is 3 months before your current visa's expiry date. You must apply before your visa expires to avoid breaching your visa conditions by becoming an overstayer.
In 2024, the UK government introduced new changes to the spouse visa minimum income threshold, impacting those applying to bring their non-UK partners into the country. From 11 April 2024, the spouse visa income requirement increased from £18,600 to £29,000 per year for sponsors.
The first spouse visa is granted for 33 months. The earliest you should apply to extend (without risking being short for ILR) is 28 days before 30 months residence in the UK. The latest you can apply is up to the expiry date on your BRP.
The first spouse visa is granted for 33 months. The earliest you should apply to extend (without risking being short for ILR) is 28 days before 30 months residence in the UK. The latest you can apply is up to the expiry date on your BRP.
You can apply to extend or renew your UK visa before it expires. It is essential to submit your application before the expiry date to remain lawfully in the UK. How early should I apply for a visa renewal? You should apply as early as possible, typically no more than 28 days before your current visa expires.
To extend your UK spouse visa under the 5-year route, you must complete the application form FLR (M) online.
The standard spouse visa UK processing time in 2024 is currently 2-3 months (on average) if you are making the application from outside the UK and 6-8 weeks (on average) if you are making the application from inside the UK.
All UK visa application forms must be completed online at .Visa4UK.fco.uk • Have all your personal information and documents to hand before you start. e.g.