Top 3 Frequently Asked Questions on Extended Spouse Visa UK Answered

 Every UK spouse visa holder's thoughts inevitably wander to seeking an extension of stay at some point in their life. In the Appendix FM group, that period usually arrives a few months before they have lived in the UK for 2.5 years. Here are some FAQs on extend spouse visa UK.




How Do I Apply for A Spouse Visa Extension UK?

The application method for extending a spouse visa is identical to the out-of-country application process for spouse entrance clearance.


After submitting your application online, you will be needed to visit a center to enrol your biometrics and have your passport scanned.

When Should I Apply for An Extension of My Spouse's Visa?

You must submit your spouse's visa extension application prior to the expiration of your leave. If you do not, your leave will not be renewed while your application is underway, and you would be considered an overstayer under Section 3C of the Immigration Act 1971.

When Will I Be Able to Become UK Citizen?

If you are married to a British citizen, you can seek to naturalize as a British citizen as soon as you are given indefinite permission to remain, subject to meeting a residency requirement.


You must wait 12 months from the day you were granted indefinite permission to remain before applying for British citizenship if you are married to a non-British citizen. You'll have to meet a residency requirement once more.

Comments

Popular posts from this blog

Learn More About Spouse Visa Extension Supporting Documents

How to apply for the parent of a British child visa in the UK?

What benefits would you get from holding indefinite leave in the UK?