UK Marriage Visitor Visa

Applicants must apply for a Marriage Visitor Visa if they want to get married or register for a civil partnership in the UK, want to give notice of a marriage or civil partnership in the UK.

However, it is still possible to apply for a specific Marriage Visitor visa which allows applicants to enter the UK to marry or enter into a Civil Partnership without seeking any further leave to remain. For example this visa would be perfect for applicants with a specific desire to get married in a romantic Scottish castle! Both parties to the marriage are required to leave the UK at the end of their visa.

Marriage Visitor Visa Basic Requirements

To qualify for a Marriage Visitor visa, the following requirements must be met.

  • applicants must be 18 years or over;
  • applicants must be in a genuine relationship;
  • applicants must be free to give notice of marriage or enter into a civil partnership in the UK within 6 months or arrival;
  • applicants must intend to visit the UK for less than 6 months and intend to leave at the end of their visit;
  • applicants must be able to support themselves without working or recourse to public funds;
  • applicants must be able to meet the cost of return or onward journey.

Marriage Visitor Visa Entitlements

This visa entitles holders to visit the UK for up to a maximum of six (6) months allowing them to marry or enter into a civil partnership in the UK during the six (6) month period.

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