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The UK recognises and protects the rights of same-sex couples under its immigration laws. The Same-Sex Partner Visa allows individuals in a genuine, long-term relationship with a British citizen or settled person to live and build a future together in the UK—regardless of gender or sexual orientation.
The Same-Sex Partner Visa is for individuals who are in a genuine and subsisting relationship with a British citizen, someone with Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), settled status, or refugee/humanitarian protection in the UK.
To qualify, the couple must either:
Be in a civil partnership or marriage; or
Have lived together for at least 2 years in a relationship akin to marriage or civil partnership.
Other key requirements include:
Financial Requirement – A minimum annual income of £29,000 (as of April 2024), or adequate savings.
English Language Requirement – The applicant must demonstrate English proficiency through an approved test or qualification.
Accommodation Requirement – There must be suitable accommodation in the UK without relying on public funds.
The visa is granted for 2.5 years and is extendable. After 5 years, the applicant may be eligible to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) and eventually British citizenship.
At Hermes Legal, we are proud to support LGBTQ+ couples with dignity, respect, and professionalism. We ensure your application reflects the authenticity of your relationship and meets all legal requirements.
We offer a full range of UK immigration services designed to support individuals, families, and businesses. From visa applications to appeals and asylum, our legal experts provide clear, strategic advice to help you navigate every stage of the immigration process with confidence.
We offer legal assistance for asylum seekers, overstayers, and those making fresh or long-residence claims, protecting your rights under UK immigration law.
We provide expert support for spouse, fiancé, child, and partner visas, as well as guidance on securing indefinite leave to remain and UK citizenship.
We support professionals and businesses with UK work visas, including skilled worker, innovator, start-up, and expansion visas, ensuring smooth, compliant entry.
We help challenge visa refusals through judicial reviews, and appeals, ensuring your case is heard with strong legal representation.
We assist travelers with UK visit visa applications and Electronic Travel Authorizations, including tourist visas, family visits, and business travel permits, ensuring seamless, compliant entry.
We help challenge visa refusals through judicial reviews, and appeals, ensuring your case is heard with strong legal representation.
If you’re considering a human rights claim or facing removal from the UK, it’s natural to have questions. We’ve compiled answers to the most common concerns to help you better understand your rights, the legal process, and how Hermes Legal can support your case with clarity and care.
Overstaying means remaining in the UK after your visa or leave to remain has expired, without renewing or switching to a new status.
Yes, in some cases. You may be eligible to make a human rights claim, long residence application, or fresh claim depending on your situation.
You must have lived continuously in the UK for at least 20 years to apply under this route, even if some or all of that time was without status.
Yes, it can impact future applications, but strong legal representation can help you explain and overcome this in many cases.
Having a British or long-resident child may strengthen your case under Article 8 (family and private life). We can advise based on your full circumstances.
Hermes Legal is a trusted UK-based immigration services firm dedicated to helping individuals, families, and businesses navigate complex immigration processes with confidence.
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