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UK family & spouse visa document checklist

In shortA UK family or spouse visa evidence bundle is usually grouped into six categories: identity & travel, relationship, financial, accommodation, English language, and immigration history. The exact documents depend on your route and circumstances, so always check the current list on GOV.UK. VisaKnot gives you a generic checklist from these public categories and helps you collect, label and store each item.

Below are the common categories, with examples of the kinds of documents people gather. This is a generic organiser, not a personalised list — your route may ask for more or fewer items.

1Identity & travel

  • Current and previous passports
  • Any current visa or BRP (biometric residence permit)
  • National identity documents where relevant

2Relationship

  • Marriage or civil partnership certificate
  • Evidence of living together and time spent together
  • Communication history and shared responsibilities

3Financial

  • Bank statements for the period the route asks for
  • Payslips or proof of income
  • Savings evidence, or self-employed records where relevant

4Accommodation

  • Tenancy agreement or property ownership documents
  • Evidence there is adequate space to live
  • A property inspection report where used

5English language

  • An approved English test result, or
  • An accepted qualification, or a nationality exemption

6Immigration & history

  • Previous UK immigration documents
  • Travel history where relevant
  • Any documents specific to your route on GOV.UK
Not legal advice. VisaKnot is a document-organisation tool, not a law firm or immigration adviser. It does not assess eligibility, recommend a route, or judge whether your evidence is enough. Always check the current guidance on GOV.UK and, for advice about your situation, speak to an adviser registered with the Immigration Advice Authority (IAA) or an SRA-regulated solicitor.

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