United Kingdom family route
1 current source-backed family pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-07-15
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family visa | Partners or spouses aged 18 or over can qualify when the sponsor is British, Irish, settled or in another listed eligible status; applicants must prove a qualifying relationship, English knowledge and financial eligibility. | 2026-07-15 | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Family visa | The same source distinguishes the engagement period, during which work or study is not permitted, from the approved family-visa period with work access. | Official source |
| Family visa | The GOV.UK family-visa page states that, after the family-visa application is approved, the holder has the right to work or study. | Official source |
Official sources
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