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Skip to content Are you worried about your future in the UK after a marriage breakdown? The fear of losing your right to remain in the UK can be overwhelming. When a marriage ends or divorce occurs, our immigration lawyers are here to assist you in securing your stay in the UK.
For immediate support and help with your situation, call us at 02033844389. We can assist you over the phone, in person, or via online chat.
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Many people choose to bring their spouses to the UK with them by getting a UK Spouse Visa. On the other hand, if your marriage breaks down on the UK spouse visa, you do not automatically keep your right to stay. Your legal status will change.
After a divorce, the dependent party’s eligibility to reside in the UK will be revoked by law because their leave depends on their relationship with the UK sponsor. However, you might be able to keep living in the UK by exploring a few different possibilities.
Even if your relationship ends while you are in the UK on a spouse visa, you can still stay there. You will just have to “switch” visas. Still, there are other ways for you to stay, but they depend on your situation. But not everyone has access to all of the choices.
Before deciding to leave the UK after a divorce, you must consider your choices. If you need assistance determining which visa will allow you to stay in the UK, consulting with an immigration lawyer is a wise decision. Get in touch with the knowledgeable advisors at UK Immigration Solicitors by calling 02033844389 or submitting an online form for case-specific guidance.
If you split up or get divorced while on a Spouse Visa, the first thing you need to do is let the Home Office know.
Yes. When your UK spouse visa marriage breakdown or relationship ends, it is your responsibility to tell the Home Office if you are in the UK on a spouse visa. As soon as possible, the Home Office wants you to write to a certain department called the Marriage Curtailment Team and describe what happened.
If you and your partner’s UK Spouse Visa marriage ends, you need to email (or write, if you can’t email) the Home Office and give them the following information about you and your partner:
Additionally, you are required to disclose: any children in the UK that are either born to you or your ex-partner
Additionally, attach either:
Visit the UK Government website (gov.uk) for contact information and steps.
However, you should definitely talk to a lawyer before doing this, because once you tell the Home Office, you will probably be told that you need to quickly apply for a new visa or leave the UK.
If you get married or your relationship ends, your UK partner visa will usually be limited to 60 days. However, if you have less than 60 days left on your visa, the Home Office will usually let it run its course. When a couple’s relationship ends, the Home Office is required by law to investigate the situation thoroughly, looking for signs of domestic abuse and other issues including child custody. If there are strong signs that domestic violence has happened, the Home Office may look into it further.
According to reports, the Home Office can cancel your visa right away if there are claims that your UK sponsor has been a victim of domestic abuse or if you have a past of abusing immigrants.
This is where you should send your notice to the Home Office: RelationshipBreakdown@homeoffice.gov.uk
Insert “MARRIAGE BREAKDOWN” in the subject line of your email.
Here is the physical address to use in case you are unable to send an email:
UK Visas and Immigration
MARRIAGE BREAKDOWN
Status Review Unit
7th Floor
The Capital
New Hall Place
Liverpool
L3 9PP
No matter what you decide, be sure to provide a signed consent form or public statement along with all the required information.
You can rely on our UK immigration solicitors to help you communicate with the Home Office in a way that is compliant with all regulations. If you need help right now, dial 02033844389 or contact us online.
Unfortunately, you can’t stay in the UK on a Spouse Visa. You will have to fill out a new application and see if you are qualified for another visa. You can also apply to stay with your kids if you want to be an active part of their lives.
In order to legally stay in the UK, you can fill out several different visa forms. You may have to leave the country if you don’t get a new Spouse Visa.
Overstaying, or staying in the UK without a valid reason, is illegal and will negatively impact your chances of getting a visa in the future. Because of this, you should tell the Home Office about your new situation right away and start the process of applying for a new visa immediately.
For instance, you might be able to use: