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Marriage Visitor visa documents checklist for Indian applicants
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Reviewed by UK Visa Desk counselling team, Visa counsellors, Pro Lifeset Overseas Pvt Ltd, Patiala. Licence 849/DC/PTA/PLA/LC-3/2024. Last verified .
Documents checklist
Scan each document in colour; translations certified; bank statements on letterhead or stamped by the branch.
- 1Passport and previous passports with travel history
- 2Evidence of the planned wedding: register office booking, notice appointment, or venue and ceremony confirmation
- 3Proof you are free to marry: divorce decree, death certificate of a former spouse, or an affidavit of single status
- 4Evidence of the relationship: photographs together, chat history, travel together, or family introductions for an arranged match
- 5Your partner's passport, immigration status or eVisa share code if they are in the UK
- 6Last 6 months of bank statements, ITR for 2 to 3 years, Form 16 or business registration showing your Indian income
- 7Employer letter with approved leave and date of return, or evidence of your business in India
- 8Ties to India: property papers, fixed deposits, dependants, and the plan for where you will live after the wedding
- 9Return flight reservation and accommodation details for the UK stay
Related questions
Can I marry in the UK on a Standard Visitor visa?ShowHide
No. Giving notice of marriage or marrying is not allowed on a Standard Visitor visa. Doing so can lead to a refusal of future applications. Use the Marriage Visitor visa, or the Fiancé visa if you will stay.
Can I stay in the UK with my spouse after the wedding?ShowHide
No. The Marriage Visitor visa cannot be switched to a Partner visa inside the UK. You must leave and apply for the Partner visa from India, meeting the £29,000 income rule and A1 English.
How is this different from the Fiancé visa?ShowHide
The Fiancé visa (£2,064) is for people who will settle with a British or settled partner and switch to the Partner visa after marrying. The Marriage Visitor visa (£135) is for a wedding followed by departure. Choosing the wrong one wastes the fee.
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- Punjab licence: 849/DC/PTA/PLA/LC-3/2024valid to 22 July 2029
- CIN: U52291PB2024PTC060508Pro Lifeset Overseas Pvt Ltd
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