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UK spouse visa blog

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Timely, answer-first articles on costs, financial evidence, refusals, and edge cases — complementing our evergreen guides with the questions applicants search for every day.

Looking for step-by-step pillars? Visit our guides hub for evergreen how-tos on the financial requirement, document checklist, processing times, and more.

Costs & timeline

22 June 2026 · 3 min read

How much does a UK spouse visa cost in 2026?

A full breakdown of UK spouse visa fees in 2026 — the application fee, Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS), priority options, and what couples typically budget in total.

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22 June 2026 · 2 min read

Is the UK spouse visa priority service worth it?

What the UK spouse visa priority and super-priority services actually offer, what they cost, where they are available, and whether faster processing is worth the extra fee.

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Financial requirement

22 June 2026 · 3 min read

Can I use my partner's income for the UK spouse visa?

Whether your partner's overseas income counts towards the £29,000 Minimum Income Requirement — and how Category A and Category B financial routes work for UK spouse visa applicants.

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22 June 2026 · 3 min read

Self-employed UK spouse visa: the financial evidence checklist

What self-employed sponsors need to prove the £29,000 financial requirement — SA302s, company accounts, business bank statements, and the most common evidence mistakes.

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22 June 2026 · 3 min read

UK spouse visa savings route: how much do you need?

The cash savings formula for a UK spouse visa — how the £88,500 figure is calculated, the 6-month holding rule, and when savings alone can meet the £29,000 requirement.

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Refusals & evidence

22 June 2026 · 3 min read

How to write a UK spouse visa relationship letter

What to include in a relationship statement for a UK spouse visa — structure, evidence to reference, common mistakes, and example sections for married and unmarried couples.

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22 June 2026 · 3 min read

Proving a genuine relationship for a UK spouse visa

The types of relationship evidence UKVI looks for — photos, communication, travel, finances, and cohabitation — and how to build a convincing evidence pack.

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22 June 2026 · 3 min read

UK spouse visa refused — administrative review vs appeal vs reapply

What to do after a UK spouse visa refusal — the difference between administrative review, appeal, and making a fresh application, and which option fits your situation.

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