Spouse Visa Extension Guide 2025 – Renew Your Visa and Stay Together Now

Your UK Spouse Visa lets you live with your husband or wife in the UK. But it does not last forever. After two and a half years, you must apply for a Spouse Visa extension to continue living together legally.

This step is important because it keeps your lawful status and leads to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) later.

At AHJ Immigration, we guide families through this stage carefully. Many refusals happen because people miss small details or misunderstand the financial requirement. This guide explains how to extend your Spouse Visa correctly in 2025.

When to Apply for a Spouse Visa Extension

You can apply up to 28 days before your current Spouse Visa expires.

Apply early. If your visa expires before you submit a new application, you may become an overstayer, which could affect your future immigration history.

If you apply in time, your stay continues automatically under Section 3C leave until a decision is made.

Eligibility Checklist

To extend your Spouse Visa in 2025, you must show that:

• You and your partner are still married or in a civil partnership.
• You live together permanently in the UK.
• You can support yourselves financially without public funds.
• You have adequate accommodation.
• You meet the English language requirement.

The Financial Requirement (2025 Update)

From 2025, the Home Office increased the income threshold for all Family Visas.

You must show at least £29,000 per year in gross income.

You can combine income and savings to meet this requirement.
If you fall short, savings over £16,000 can help make up the difference.

How to Prove Your Income

You can use different types of income, such as:

• Salary from employment
• Self-employment income
• Pension income
• Rental or investment income
• Cash savings

Provide six months of payslips and bank statements that match your employer letter.
If you are self-employed, include tax documents and business accounts.

The Home Office checks consistency carefully, so every document must match exactly.

English Language Requirement

You must show that you can speak and understand English at A2 level or higher.
You can meet this by:

• Passing an approved English test, or
• Holding a degree taught in English

If you passed an A1 test in your first Spouse Visa, you need to pass the next level (A2) for your extension.

Application Process

Step 1: Prepare Your Documents

Collect updated proof of marriage, income, and accommodation. Make sure all information matches your previous application.

Step 2: Apply Online

Submit your extension through GOV.UK. Pay the fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS).

Step 3: Attend Biometrics Appointment

Visit a UKVCAS service point for your fingerprints and photo.

Step 4: Upload Your Documents

Upload your evidence or have it scanned at the appointment.

Step 5: Wait for a Decision

Processing usually takes 8 to 12 weeks. Priority services may be available.

Fees for 2025

(Verified against October 2025 Home Office fee table)

Common Reasons for Refusal

Many refusals happen because of avoidable mistakes.
The most common reasons are:

• Financial evidence does not meet the new £29,000 threshold
• Missing or mismatched documents
• Expired English test certificates
• Applying after the visa expiry date

We check every document before submission to make sure you meet all requirements.

What Happens After Your Extension

If your extension is approved, you will receive a new visa for another 2 years and 6 months.

After completing 5 years in the UK as a spouse, you can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).
We can help you prepare for that stage too, including the Life in the UK Test and financial checks.

How AHJ Immigration Can Help

Extending your Spouse Visa may seem simple, but one missing document can cause a refusal.

At AHJ Immigration, we make the process clear and stress-free.

Our service includes:

• Free 30-minute consultation: Check your eligibility and documents.
• 1-hour paid consultation (£120): Full review and personalised advice (deducted from final fees).
• Application preparation: We complete and submit your application to Home Office standards.
• Communication: We manage updates, queries, and correspondence for you.

📞 Call 0121 828 2224 to speak with our team today.

Spouse Visa Extension FAQs

1. When should I apply to extend my Spouse Visa?
You can apply up to 28 days before your visa expires. Do not wait until the last week.

2. What happens if I miss the deadline?
You may be allowed to apply late within 14 days if you have a valid reason, such as illness, but this is risky.

3. Can I work while waiting for my extension?
Yes. If you applied before your visa expired, you keep the same work rights under Section 3C leave.

4. Do I need a new English test?
Yes, unless you already passed A2 or higher when you applied last time.

5. What if my partner’s income changed?
You can combine income sources or include savings if needed. We can help you calculate the total correctly.

Extend Your Visa and Protect Your Future

Your marriage deserves stability and peace of mind.
Do not risk refusal by guessing the process.

📞 Call 0121 828 2224 to book your free 30-minute consultation, or schedule a 1-hour paid session (£120) for a detailed review.

Let us help you keep your family together in the UK.