Marriage Standard Visitor

If you want to get married or register a civil partnership in the UK, you might need to apply for a Marriage Visitor visa. It lets travellers stay in the UK for up to 6 months. 

Marriage Standard Visitor

Do I need a Marriage Visitor visa?

You have to apply for a Marriage Visitor visa if: 

  • you want to get married or register a civil partnership in the UK
  • you want to give notice of a marriage or civil partnership in UK
  • you’re not planning to stay or settle in the UK after your marriage or civil partnership
  • you meet the eligibility requirements

You won’t need a Marriage visa to convert your civil partnership into a marriage. Instead, you can apply for a Standard Visitor visa. 

You also won’t need a Marriage Visitor visa if:

  • you have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme
  • you have applied to the EU Settlement Scheme, and haven’t got a decision yet
  • you’re an Irish citizen

You can check if you’ll need a visa here.

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Last updated 2 May 2024