Who this page is for
- Couples with at least two years of provable cohabitation.
- Sponsors/applicants needing evidence strategy for relationship continuity.
- Partners who want a married-route equivalent process without marriage/civil partnership status.
Services / Settlement and Family
Unmarried Partner Visa
For couples relying on cohabitation history rather than marriage or civil partnership.
Detailed guidance
Cohabitation Threshold and Route Equivalence
Couples who can prove at least two years of living together can apply for settlement entry for the non-British partner.
The source text states the procedure is the same as for married-couple partner applications.
Evidence Requirements and Fees
Applications require relationship evidence together with financial and accommodation evidence.
English-language and Tuberculosis requirements apply where relevant, and a sponsorship letter is required.
Current fee levels should be checked on the fees page before filing.
Next Step
If this matches your situation, request a consultation and this issue will be preselected in the contact form.