Marriage Standard Visitor

A list of requirements that you'll need to meet for this visa.

Marriage Standard Visitor

What are the requirements for a Marriage Visitor visa?

To apply for a Marriage Visitor visa, you’ll need to show that: 

  • you’re 18 or over
  • you’re free to give notice of marriage, to marry or enter into a civil partnership in the UK within 6 months of your arrival 
  • you’re in a genuine relationship
  • you’re visiting for less than 6 months and will leave the UK at the end of your visit
  • you won’t live in the UK for extended periods or make the UK your main home
  • you’re able to support yourself during your trip and can pay for your return or onward journey (or have funding from someone else)
  • you have proof of any other activities you want to do in the UK (just make sure they’re allowed in the Visitor Rules)
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Last updated 15 May 2024