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Starting April 11th, 2024, significant changes will take place across all UK Family Visa Immigration pathways, including the UK Spouse Visa, with the first change being adjustments to the financial threshold. For those living outside the UK and looking to build a life with their partner in the country, securing a spouse visa is crucial. However, in one of the world’s most expensive locations, the pressing question remains: how much is a spouse visa UK fees in 2024? With prices constantly fluctuating and the UK’s immigration policy in flux, it’s important to stay updated.
This piece will explain how much a spouse visa in the UK costs in 2024, how it is set up, and more. Read on for a full breakdown of how to apply for a spouse visa and how much it costs.
For more details, you can directly call our expert solicitors at 02033844389.
What is a Spouse Visa UK Fees?
The fee to apply for a UKVI visa is £1,846 if you are outside of the UK and £1,048 if you are inside the UK. You pay this fee when you send in the application form online.
You will also have to pay the Immigration Health Surcharge fee, which is £1,872 if you apply from outside the UK and £1,560 if you apply from inside the UK. Moreover, you can pay this cost when you submit your application online. In the UK, you have to pay to use the NHS. Importantly, Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) fees are going to go up a lot in January 2024. Those applying from outside the UK will have to pay £3,105, and those applying from inside the UK will have to pay £2,587.50.
Pay the visa application fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge fee in the local currency. The live OANDA rate + 4% will be used to convert the money. If you want to change money, you should plan to pay an extra £150 to £300. But it could be more than this if the value of the coin changes. If you apply from inside the UK, you will be charged in GBP.
There will be extra costs if more than one child applies at the same time.
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Are there any hidden costs associated with the spouse visa application?
Here are some hidden costs you have to pay when you apply for a UK spouse visa.
English Language Test
If you aren’t from a place where English is the main language, you will have to take an A1 level English test. This usually costs about £150, but since you have to take the test again if you fail, the price may be higher.
Tuberculosis Test
People who want to apply and live in certain countries must go to an approved TB centre and get a TB certificate. Applications sent from outside the UK are the only ones that need TB certificates. The cost of a TB test varies by country and clinic but is generally between £65 and £110.
Translation of Documents
The Home Office is likely to turn down your papers if they are not already in English or Welsh. They will need to be translated. This includes your marriage certificate, any possible divorce certificates, birth certificates, degree certificates, and death certificates (if any). Of course, this will cost money. On average, it costs £60 to translate a one-page paper.
You will need to use your “biometrics,” which are your picture and fingerprints, as part of the application process.
Applicants from outside the UK must go to a visa application centre run by either VFS or
TLS, based on where they are applying from. A lot of places where you can apply for a visa offer free visits. There is a base fee of about £80 at some places, and there is a fee of about £100 to £150 for “prime time” meetings at other places.
If you want to apply from inside the UK, you will need to go to a UKVCAS Sopra Steria-run visa application centre. In the UK, some organizations offer free appointments. The prices for meetings start at £85 for an “express appointment” and go up to £245 for a “premium lounge appointment.” You can expect to pay £139 for a regular visit.
Priority Visa Service Fees
You can pay extra for Priority Service to get an answer to your application faster. Priority Service costs £500 if you are applying from outside the UK. This means that you will get your decision within 30 working days of your appointment at the visa application office. Additionally, you buy Priority Service when you make an appointment at the visa application centre.
If you are applying from inside the UK, you can’t use Priority Service to get a result in 5 working days right now. Having said that, there are a small number of £1000 Super Priority Service slots available for decisions within 2 business days. This is something you buy when you send in your application form online in the UK.
When you make your appointment at the visa application office, you can buy other services that aren’t required. The “keep my passport” service is one of the most-used ones. The fee is different for each country and visa application centre, but it’s generally between £60 and £100. For applications made in the UK, you will retain your passport while we process your case.
Solicitors Fees
It may be a good idea to hire an immigration lawyer to help you with your application. You should expect to pay for help with applying for a visa. Moreover, the amount you pay will depend on how complicated your case is and how well-known the law company is.
Check out our pricing structure here and call our experts at 02033844389.
Here is a summary of UK spouse visa fees 2024
| Factors Involved | Inside UK | Outside UK |
| Spouse Visa Cost | £1,048 | £1,846 |
| Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) | £2,587.50 | £3,105 |
| English language test | £150 | £150 |
| TB test fee (only applicable if you’re applying outside) | £50 – £100 | |
| Documents translation | £0-300+ | £0-300+ |
With all of these hidden costs added together, applying for a UK spouse visa can cost a lot more than it seems. To avoid unexpected expenses and make sure the application process goes smoothly, it is important to have a good idea of these possible expenses from the start.
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How Can I Apply for a Spouse Visa UK?
Before you can apply to live in the UK with your partner or spouse, you need to make sure you meet the spouse visa requirements.
If you want to apply from inside the UK, you will need to fill out the form “FLR (M)”. This is for people who already have a UK visa. Within the UK, you cannot apply for a visa if you do not already have one. You must do so from outside the UK.
You have to send the following papers with your application:
- Joint bank records, a marriage certificate, or other legal proof that you are in a real relationship with your partner and that your marriage is legal.
- Show proof that you and your partner have lived together full-time for at least two years.
- A passport copy
- Proof that you can speak and write English well
- Also, proof of where you plan to live with your partner [residence].
- Proof of your ability to meet the financial requirements for the Spouse visa (the minimum monthly income required)
Additionally, you can either fill out the application yourself online or hire one of our seasoned immigration lawyers to do it for you.
Check out the spouse visa documents checklist here for a more in-depth look.
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Need Assistance?
Getting a UK spouse visa can be hard. It’s a complicated process with lots of standards, paperwork, as well as financial issues.
However, you do not need to do it by yourself. Our UK Immigration Solicitors are available. They guide you through the steps, take care of the papers, and make sure you meet all your needs.
Your loved one needs you more than the procedure itself. Get in touch with us right now at 02033844389 to begin the process of bringing your spouse home.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
You can pay the processing fee to the Home Office when you apply for a spouse visa online. Payment of the spouse visa UK fee marks the official submission of the application.
Ans. Yes, it is quite common for the sponsor (the UK spouse) or other family members to pay the fees to the Home Office.
Ans. Unfortunately, you have to pay the Immigration Health Surcharge. Moreover, the application will be considered “invalid” if the Immigration Health Surcharge is not paid.
Ans. No, your fee is non-refundable if your application is rejected. Make sure you read the Home Office guidelines properly before applying. If the Home office rejects your application, you will not receive a refund of your cash.
