Last updated: 4 May 2024
If you already have a spouse visa and are coming to the end of your first period of time (33 months), you need to apply to have your spouse visa extended for another 33 months.
You can apply up to 28 days before the expiry date of the current visa. If you apply after your current visa expires then you risk becoming an overstayer.
The income requirement for the Spouse Visa has increased to £29,000 since 11 April 2024. However, if you were already on the five-year partner route or applied for a fiancé visa or the civil partner route before this change, you will continue to be benefit from the previous £18,600 income requirement.
So basically if you are already on a spouse visa before the new rules came into effect, you still only need to show the £18,600 annual income for your spouse visa extension. The eligibility requirements for renewing your spouse visa are explained below
Spouse Visa Extension Requirements 2024
The eligibility requirements for a Spouse Visa extension are as follows:
- You are still in a genuine relationship with your spouse/partner (the relationship requirements)
- You meet the spouse visa extension financial requirements
- You satisfy the English language requirements to renew a Spouse Visa
- You have not breached any immigration conditions or acquired a criminal record
- You are of good character
Spouse Visa renewals are not straightforward. Most people assume that because they already have a spouse visa, the renewal will be automatic. Nothing is further from reality. The Immigration Rules are complex and refusals are commonplace. You should seek expert advice & assistance from solicitors specialising in Spouse Visas. Contact Us today.
See Also:
What does a UK Spouse Visa cost in 2024
Extending a Spouse Visa – the 2024 rules explained
Spouse Visa Renewal Refusals & Solutions
