Your partner must be either a British citizen, someone settled in the UK, or have other qualifying immigration statuses.

Both of you must be at least 18 years old.

The relationship must be legally valid, exclusive, and genuine.

You must have met your partner in person.

You must intend to live together in the UK on a long-term basis.

Any previous relationships must have legally ended.

You must meet the financial and accommodation criteria.

You must satisfy the English language requirement unless exempt.

A British or Irish national living in the UK.

A person with Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, or permanent residence.

A Turkish Businessperson or Worker with status under Appendix ECAA.

A person granted refugee status or humanitarian protection.

Both partners must be aged 18 or over at the time of application.

Employment or self-employment.

Pension income.

Specific state benefits received by the UK-based sponsor (e.g., Carer’s Allowance, Disability Living Allowance).

Other legitimate sources of income or savings.

You may not need to meet the income threshold. However, you must still show that adequate financial support and accommodation are available without relying on public funds.

Passing an approved English language test at CEFR Level A1 or higher (unless applying for an extension, where Level A2 or B1 may apply).

Holding an academic qualification taught in English and recognized by UK NARIC.

Being a national of a majority English-speaking country.

Meet the financial and relationship requirements.

Pass the English language test at CEFR Level B1.

Pass the Life in the UK Test.

Have not breached immigration laws.