领先的英国移民律师

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配偶签证转为无限期居留

Spouses of UK residents can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), enabling them to live permanently in the UK and become eligible for British citizenship.

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关键要点

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英国居民的配偶可以通过5年或10年的途径根据他们的具体情况和关系状况转为无限期居留(ILR)。

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申请人必须与其伴侣连续居住在英国满60个月,伴侣需是英国公民或拥有定居身份。他们还必须满足财务要求,证明有足够的住宿条件,并通过“英国生活”测试和英语语言能力测试。

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截至2024年4月,ILR申请人及其伴侣的联合收入要求为每年29,000英镑,其中可以包括来自就业、储蓄、养老金和非就业收入等多种收入来源。

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ILR申请包括提交全面的文件,包括身份证明、财务证明、住宿详情和关系证明文件。标准费用为£2,404,如果需要优先处理服务则会有额外费用。

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什么是配偶签证转为英国永居

配偶签证转为ILR(无限期居留)是指从英国配偶签证转为永久居留在英国居住一定期限后无限制的居住。

在英国,与英国公民或已定居伴侣有真实且持续关系的人从配偶签证转为ILR(无限期居留权)有5年10年两条途径

从配偶签证转换到ILR的申请过程与标准ILR申请不同,因为您是作为英国居民的伴侣申请的。有一些略有不同的要求,例如额外的文件和财务标准。

签证途径

获得无限期居留权(ILR)可能会导致英国公民身份。申请公民身份的时间线取决于您的婚姻状况:

  • 配偶或民事伴侣是英国公民:您可以在获得ILR后立即申请英国公民身份,前提是您满足其他要求,例如连续居住和良好品行。
  • 配偶或民事伴侣不是英国公民:您必须持有无限期居留权至少一年才能申请入籍。此外,在申请前的一年内,您在英国境外的停留时间不得超过90天。

此途径取决于您申请并满足其他条件,例如证明您的良好品行以及通过认可的语言考试证明您的英语知识。

要求与资格

配偶签证转为ILR(无限期居留)的要求和资格,展示了一个人正在检查清单

居住要求以取得无限期居留权

要获得无限期居留权(ILR),您需要与一位是英国公民或已获得定居身份的伴侣在英国连续居住60个月。

这意味着您应该持有配偶签证五年后才能申请无限期居留许可(ILR)。时间从您最初获得的配偶签证开始计算,通常为两年半,之后再续签两年半。

您的伴侣必须是英国公民或拥有永久居留权,如ILR。您必须能够提供自上次续签签证以来持续同居和存在“持续关系”的证据。这是关于在同一个屋檐下生活并共享生活的事情。当您准备申请无限期居留时,配偶签证ILR申请将评估这些因素以确定您的资格。

资格与排除事项:

在英国以不同签证类型或作为订婚伴侣(未婚夫(妻)或预定民事伴侣)身份停留的时间不计入这五年要求。只有在UK spouse visa上的时间才被考虑。

不可能将与两个不同伴侣共度的时间合并。基于前任伴侣所授予的休假不能加到当前的休假中,以累积相关的五年期限。

证明您的居住地:

您需要向内政部证明,根据您的移民路线,您已在英国连续居住了5年或10年。

作为家庭成员申请无限期居留(ILR)没有具体的缺席门槛,但您必须证明您打算与您的伴侣一起在英国生活。

如果您在英国境外停留了较长时间,您应该证明这些缺席是出于正当理由,并且您仍打算与您的伴侣一起生活在英国。

允许的缺席:

缺席应该有充分的理由,并且与在英国永久居住的意图保持一致。如假期、短期商务旅行或与您或您伴侣的工作相关的海外停留等在英国境外的有限时期通常是可以接受的。

与其他限制12个月内不得超过180天的移民类别不同,配偶签证类别并没有对缺席的最大允许时间设限。然而,频繁或长时间的缺席则表明你并不打算与你的配偶或民事伴侣永久居住。

缺席应当记录并尽量减少,以避免造成复杂问题。内政部将根据每个案件的具体情况作出决定。居住的连续性和永久居住在英国的意图对于满足永居权的居住要求至关重要。

财务要求

配偶签证至ILR的财务条件,用钱和计算器表示

为了满足财务要求,您必须证明您能够独立地支持自己及家人。这一领域相当复杂;因此,提前规划您的申请结构以有效满足财务要求是非常重要的。

截至2024年4月,您和您的伴侣必须拥有至少29,000英镑的年收入,才能获得在英国的配偶签证居留许可。这个门槛可以通过各种来源达成,包括:

  • 来自薪资雇佣和自雇的收入。
  • 至少六个月持有的现金储蓄超过16,000英镑且不超过88,500英镑。
  • 非就业收入是指来自房产出租、投资、股票和股份的收入。
  • 申请人或其伴侣名下的国家、职业或私人养老金。
  • 在英国收到的产假津贴或其他福利。

收入来源

您可以包括各种收入来源,例如:

  • 税前就业收入和国家保险(查看您的P60或工资单)。
  • 来自个体经营或有限公司董事的收入(查看您的自我评估税务申报表)。
  • 来自养老金的钱。
  • 例如来自房产出租或股息的非工作收入。

不允许将某些收入来源结合起来,例如将自雇收入与现金储蓄相结合。

计算节省

当使用储蓄来满足财务要求时,超过16,000英镑的任何金额都可以除以2.5,然后从最初和延期申请所需的门槛中扣除。对于永居申请,所有持有六个月或以上且超过16,000英镑的储蓄都可以直接使用,无需分割。

受抚养子女

You must include all your dependent children under 18, even if they are not added to your application. If you have one dependent child, you need to show an additional gross annual income of £3,800.

每增加一个孩子,就需要额外的2,400英镑。例如,如果您除了配偶外还有两个孩子,那么总收入门槛为24,800英镑。

例外

如果您的伴侣领取与残疾相关的福利或您有其他收入来源,对最低收入门槛有特定的例外情况。在这些情况下,您必须证明您能够在不依赖公共资金的情况下维持生活。

假设您的配偶或民事伴侣领取特定的福利补贴,如出席津贴。在这种情况下,您只需证明您能够在不使用公共资金的情况下,充分维持自己和任何家属的生活,确保您有足够的资金用于住房和支持。

适当的住宿要求

当申请配偶签证ILR时,您必须证明您和您的伴侣在英国有“足够的住宿”,符合英国政府设定的标准。

适宜空间:您的住宿必须为您、您的伴侣以及任何家属提供足够的空间。如适用,成年人和10岁以上的儿童应有单独的卧室。

安全标准:您的住宿必须安全,不得对健康或福祉构成任何风险。这包括遵守消防、燃气和电气安全标准。

物业状况:您的住宿必须保持良好状态,没有重大缺陷。它应该结构坚固,没有潮湿,适合人类居住。

无限期合同或所有权:如果您租用住宿,您必须拥有无限期租约,或者您的房东必须确认他们不反对您继续居住在该物业中。如果您拥有自己的物业,您必须通过土地登记文件或抵押声明等文件提供所有权证明。

独占占用:该物业可以是拥有、租赁,甚至是共享居住安排的一部分,如果你有独占占用权。这意味着物业的特定部分是保留供你使用的。

如果您是基于在英国已定居的子女申请配偶签证ILR,您无需单独满足住宿要求。

英国生活知识(KoLL)

你必须展示你对英国生活的理解。为此,你必须:

通过“英国生活”测试

  • The Life in the UK test assesses your knowledge of British customs, history, and traditions. It demonstrates your commitment to integrating into British society.
  • 除非您被豁免,否则您需要在认可的测试中心参加这项测试。豁免对象包括18岁以下、65岁以上的人,或者因身体或精神状况无法满足此要求的人。

达到英语语言能力的B1 CEFR水平:

  • 通过通过一个被认可的安全英语语言测试(SELT)的口语和听力部分可以实现这一点。被认可的测试包括综合英语技能测试、分级口语英语考试、雅思生活技能证书和雅思证书。

证明满足英语要求:

  • 您必须提供证据,例如您参加的经认证提供商举办的英语语言测试证书或用英语授课的学位证书。

免除英语语言要求:

  • 如果您来自以英语为主要语言的国家,您无需满足英语语言要求。

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配偶签证转为ILR文件处理流程,配以人物和文件的插图

申请ILR配偶签证时,您需要提供一系列文件来证明您的身份、关系和资格。所有文件都需要以正确的格式提供,对于非英语或威尔士语的文件,需要提供经过认证的翻译件。文件要求包括:

  • 身份和移民状态
    • 当前有效的护照或其他旅行证件。
    • 您在英国逗留期间使用过的旧护照或旅行文件。
    • 生物识别居住许可(如果您有的话)。
  • 配偶或伴侣的文件
    • 您的配偶或伴侣的护照或旅行证件,显示他们目前居住并定居在英国。
  • 关系和同居证明
    • 您婚姻证书的认证副本。
    • 显示联名账户或直接借记的最新声明。
    • 信件或电子邮件将发送到您俩共同的地址。
    • 显示你们两个人在同一个地址的账单。
    • 证明共同租赁、按揭或房东的信件的文件。财务文件
    • 银行对账单。
    • 工资单。
    • 包含薪资的工作合同。
    • P45/P60 表格。
  • 英语语言要求
    • 通过英语语言测试的证明(例如,雅思证书)。
    • 一个用英语授课或研究的学位。
  • 英国生活测试
    • 在注册中心参加的'英国生活'考试的通过证书。
  • 英国缺席证明
    • 雇主的信件或任何假期旅行文件。
  • 如适用,需提供家属证件
    • 依赖人的护照或旅行文件。
    • 出生或领养证明。
    • 居住和成长的证据(例如,学校信件、医疗记录)。
  • 住宿详情
    • 合租协议。
    • 抵押贷款声明。
    • 共同租金支付的证明。
    • 您住宿的详细信息,包括房间的数量和用途。
  • 补充证据
    • 您之前提交的任何移民申请的详细信息。
    • 任何犯罪定罪的详细信息。
    • 您的国民保险号码。
    • 如果需要的话,结核病测试结果。

何时申请

您可以在配偶签证所需的60个月期限结束前最多28天申请ILR。在此时间窗口内提交申请可确保您满足居住要求,而不会超期逗留当前签证

在签证到期前申请至关重要,以避免潜在的驱逐出境或逾期停留的处罚。及时申请也意味着您可以在等待无限期居留许可(ILR)申请决定时继续留在英国。然而,过早或过晚申请可能会导致申请被拒绝或被归类为逾期滞留者。

如果您逾期逗留,您的无限期居留许可申请可能会被拒绝。在特定的有限情况下,如果您在之前的居留许可到期后14天内提出申请,并且能够提供一个超出您控制范围的有效理由来解释延误,那么短暂的逾期逗留可能会被忽略。

处理时间

An Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) application can take up to six months to process. However, some applications, exceptionally straightforward cases, can receive a decision faster.

This timeframe can extend to six months or longer, especially in complex cases involving requests for exceptions on compassionate grounds or a history of criminal or immigration violations. If supporting documents need verification or if you are required to attend an interview, it is crucial to respond promptly to any requests from the UKVI to avoid further delays or potential rejection of your application.

如果您的申请及时提交,在等待决定期间,您可以留在英国。

Priority ILR Processing

If you wish to expedite your application, there are premium processing options available:

  • Priority Service: This service costs an additional £500 on top of the ILR application fee and aims to provide a decision within five working days.
  • Super Priority Service: This service costs an additional £1000. The super-priority service typically delivers a decision by the end of the next working day after your appointment, as long as the appointment is on a weekday.

Cost

When submitting an ILR application as a spouse, the fees are as follows:

  • Standard Fee: £2,885 per applicant.
  • Life in the UK Test: £50. (non-refundable if you fail the test)

For faster processing, you can opt for additional services:

  • Priority Service: £500. (decision within 5 working days)
  • Super Priority Service: £1,000 (next working day decision after your appointment)

Please note that refunds will only be provided for any of the fees if your ILR application is accepted.

Apply for ILR as a Spouse

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How to Apply for ILR as a Spouse

The process of applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after holding a spouse visa is as follows:

Eligibility Check

Ensure you have lived in the UK on a spouse visa for 5 continuous years (60 months) or meet the criteria for the 10-year route, and confirm your relationship is genuine and subsisting.

Gather Required Documents

Collect necessary documents such as valid passports, evidence of cohabitation, financial evidence, proof of accommodation, English language proficiency, Life in the UK test certificate, and documentation supporting any absences from the UK.

Complete the Application Form

Fill out the online Form SET(M) for ILR applications based on a spouse visa.

Pay the Application Fee

Pay the current fee of £2,885 for a single applicant, with additional fees for dependents.

Submit Biometrics

Book and attend an appointment to provide biometric information (fingerprints and a digital photograph).

Submit the Application

Submit the completed application form, pay the fee, and upload or send your supporting documents as required.

Wait for a Decision

Wait for a decision, with standard processing times around 6 months and priority services available for faster processing.

Post-Application

If successful, you will receive ILR, which will allow you to live and work in the UK indefinitely and put you on the path to British citizenship.

Additional Considerations

  • The Home Office will assess your criminal and immigration history, and any unspent convictions or significant breaches of immigration rules may jeopardize your application.

Considerations After ILR Approval

If you receive an ILR approval, you can travel and re-enter the UK without any immigration constraints. However, if you leave the UK for more than two years continuously, your ILR status will lapse, which means you would need to apply for a Returning Resident visa to regain your ILR status.

If you plan to be away from the UK for an extended period, it is crucial to understand the implications of your ILR status. For absences longer than two years, you must apply for entry clearance at a British Diplomatic Post before returning to settle in the UK.

Spouse Visa to ILR Application Refusal

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Common Reasons for ILR Refusal

  • Any period of overstaying, even for one day, when applying under the 10-year continuous lawful residence rule can lead to refusal.
  • Refusal can occur if you haven't lived with your spouse for the required 5-year period or if there are allegations that the marriage was for immigration purposes.
  • Failure to pass the English language test or the Life in the UK Test to the required standard can result in refusal.
  • Criminal convictions or being deemed a person of bad character can result in refusal.
  • Issues related to your role as a spouse or carer under Appendix FM can lead to refusal.
  • Using the wrong application form, such as SET (O) instead of SET (M), can result in refusal, though it may be appealed if no fee issues are involved.
  • Not meeting income thresholds, unpaid NHS surcharges, or outstanding court costs can all lead to refusal.

Next Steps After Refusal

If your application for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) as a spouse is refused, several options are available for moving forward.

  1. Administrative Review:
    • If you believe there was a mistake in the refusal, you can request an administrative review within 14 days if you are in the UK or 28 days outside the UK. This review costs £80 and involves a detailed review of your application for errors.

2. Appeal the Decision:

  • If granted the right to appeal, you can challenge the refusal on grounds of human rights or other legal standings. The deadline for filing an appeal is 14 days from receiving the decision letter if you are in the UK or 28 days if you are outside the UK.

3. Re-apply for ILR:

  • If your application was refused due to errors, you can correct and resubmit it. It is highly advisable to consult an immigration lawyer to review your new application.

4. Judicial Review:

  • As a last resort, if you believe the refusal is legally incorrect, you can request a judicial review. This process is complex and requires legal expertise to navigate.

QC Immigration can offer expert guidance to help you address the reasons for your refusal and support you in making a solid case for your application or appeal.

Legal Assistance for Spouse to ILR Applications

UK Indefinite Leave to Remain applications require careful planning, extensive documentation, and precise timing. Preparing for your application involves understanding Home Office procedures, ensuring your application is timely, and compiling a comprehensive submission. Mistakes in any of these areas can lead to a refused application.

QC Immigration can alleviate the stress and complexity of this process. Having assisted thousands of individuals in securing their status in the UK, we offer the following services:

  • Ensure you meet all requirements before applying.
  • Guide you through each step of the process.
  • Provide expert advice on unique or challenging situations.
  • Assist with correctly including dependents in your application.
  • Clarify any exemptions or the impact of individual circumstances.

常见问题解答

我可以在结婚3年后申请永居吗?

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2024年英国配偶签证的新规定是什么?

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配偶何时可以申请永居权?

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Qiyin Chuah

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Qiyin 是一位全球公认的移民法专家:

  • 2016年香港iMoney杂志关于高净值个人(HNWI)商业移民的采访
  • 2018年ITV新闻关于第二层工作签证配额和NHS员工短缺的采访
  • 《法律科技手册:投资者、企业家和金融科技愿景者的法律科技指南》,主题为‘以法律科技人性化律师实践’(出版社:Wiley,2020年)
  • 高盛10,000小企业英国全国校友,2021

齐茵是一位拥有超过15年法律经验的行业专家。她毕业于曼彻斯特大学,获得法学荣誉学士(LL.B)和国际商法硕士学位(LLM)。最初在公司法领域接受训练,后因个人签证经历而受到启发,转而追求移民法律。2011年,齐茵因对市场上客户服务质量的失望,以及建立更健康的公司文化的愿望,创立了QC Immigration。作为一名技术高超的移民,齐茵完全理解我们客户复杂的处境和高期望。她在捍卫我们客户的商业利益、孩子的最佳利益、女性权利、LGBT权利以及挑战内政部的拒签决定方面取得了证明胜利。我们的回头客通常会在获得第一个签证到取得英国公民身份的6年以上时间里,持续与我们合作。齐茵定期为其他律师提供指导、培训和监督,帮助他们追求类似的成功。