Am I allowed to work during the period I am on my family visa in the UK?

Yes, family visa holders (such as spouse/partner visas) generally have full rights to work and study in the UK without any restrictions once the visa is granted.

For how long is a UK family visa valid?

When applied from outside the UK, a spouse/partner family visa is initially valid for 33 months. If applied from within the UK, it is valid for 30 months. You must extend it to reach the 5-year route for settlement (PR).

How may I apply for an extension of my family visa if I live in the United Kingdom?

You can apply online before your current family visa expires. You must submit updated financial evidence, accommodation proof, and pass the CEFR A2 English level test (an increase from the initial A1 requirement).

Is it necessary to pass an English language test while applying for a UK family visa?

Yes, most applicants must prove English language proficiency unless they are exempt by age, nationality, or medical reasons. For the first application, you must pass at least a CEFR A1 level test. For extensions, CEFR A2 is required, and for settlement, CEFR B1 is needed.

What do I need to earn in order to sponsor my family member?

To sponsor a spouse or partner on a UK family visa, the sponsor must meet the Minimum Income Requirement (MIR) set by the UK government, which is currently £29,000 per year, or demonstrate equivalent savings.

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Family Visa UK

Join your family members and live together in the UK

The UK Family Visa enables a person to join and reside with a family member in the UK for over 6 months. The most common use for this type of visa is to allow reunion or family immigration, and it comes in different types depending on the status of your relations with the family member resident in the UK.

Starting From INR 1,20,000 + GST

Duration33 Months (extendable)

Processing6-7 Months

Visa Fee£1,846 (approx.)

98%Visa Approvals

5,000+Interviews Received

Eligibility Criteria

Verify your parameters to make your UK Family Visa application hassle-free.

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Language

UK family visa applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency, with requirements varying based on the visa stage: This means first use as ‘CEFR A1, for extension as ‘CEFR A2’ and settlement as ‘CEFR B1.

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Education

There is no specific education requirement for the UK spouse visa beyond the English language proficiency requirement.

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Age

The applicant, as well as the sponsor, must be at least 18 years of age at the time of the spouse visa application. This requirement is applicable to all types of partners.

Why Choose Family Visa UK?

Relocating to the UK on a Family Visa offers safety, family reunification, and permanent residency opportunities.

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Social Security

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Family Reunification

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Work Life Balance

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Pathway To PR

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Cultural Integration

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Fast Application

Visa Requirements & Process Duration

Standard documents required for a UK Family Visa submission.

Passport

Proof of Funds

Visa Approval Timeline

3-4 Months312 applicants (26%)

4-6 Months654 applicants (54%)

6-8 Months239 applicants (20%)

Visa delays typically result from document errors or policy changes.

This data is based on first 1,205 enrollments received in 2024-2025

How Visa Process work

We guide you step-by-step from consultation and documentation to VFS filing. Get your visa processed in 6 to 7 months.

Step 1

Apply on WorkAbroad

Fill out our enquiry form, and our experts will reach out to assist you!

Step 2

Counselling Call

After checking your eligibility, you will receive a counselling call from our experts to discuss your options!

Step 3

Webinar

You will be invited for a webinar for a detailed session with a certified immigration advisor to explore your options!

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Enrollment

We will be finalising the enrollment process on this step

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Your Documents Are Verified

Your documents will be verified by our legal team for accuracy and compliance. We’ll submit your visa to VFS for you

Step 6

Your Visa Gets Processed

Your visa submission will be processed and submitted to the respective authorities.

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Job Search Assistance

Get personalised job search assistance to help you find the perfect opportunity!

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Post Landing Services

Fly to your destination and enjoy our comprehensive post-landing services!

Visa Rejection Reasons

Be aware of key factors that can negatively impact your visa request and trigger rejections.

Lack of Financial Evidence

Having no proof that one has sufficient money to spend during their stay, either through bank statements or financial guarantees, will result in a visa denial.

Inadequate or Inaccurate Documentation

Failure to prepare proper or inadequate documents leads to a direct rejection since all the documentation has to be perfect.

Previous Violation of Visa or Criminal Record

Staying beyond visa, breaching immigration rules, or even having a criminal record previously can be another important reason for your visa denial.

Failure to Provide Strong Ties in Your Country

Inability to show any strong personal, professional, or financial connections to your home country may raise a question over your intention to return.

Improper Justification of Purpose for Visit

Failure or ambiguity in explaining the purposes for visiting a country or failing to provide evidence like itineraries or invitation letters may result in your visa rejection.

Starting From INR 1,20,000 + GST

Hear Straight from our Candidate

Real success stories of candidates who secured their UK Family Visa with WorkAbroad.

"The step-by-step guidance on proving my relationship and document submission made the family reunion visa approval fast and stress-free."

Rajesh KumarJan 2026

"Very professional team. Got my UK Family Visa within 6 months. Post landing services were very helpful."

Priya SharmaApr 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions answered about the UK family visa requirements, validity, family, and job rules.