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Spouse Visa Extension Process Explained

The spouse visa extension is usually done after 2.5 years in the UK. It’s not automatic. You have to apply again.

This is where some people relax too much. They think, “We already got the first one, so the second will be easy.”

Sometimes it is. But the Home Office still checks everything.

For the extension, you usually need to show:

  • You are still living together
  • Your relationship is still genuine
  • You still meet the financial requirement
  • You meet the English requirement (usually A2 now)

You also need updated documents not old ones from years ago.

In Manchester and Bolton, we see people struggle because their financial situation has changed. Or because they don’t have joint proof of living together (like bills).

If you live in Burnley or anywhere in Lancashire, the same applies. And yes, it’s the same in Liverpool, Cheshire and Yorkshire too.
At Parkview Solicitors, we guide clients through spouse visa extensions in a calm and practical way.

The goal is simple: keep you in the UK without stress.

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We’re based in Bolton (Greater Manchester), but help clients in the North West and throughout the UK.

Bolton (Head Office)

Hamill House
112-116 Chorley New Road
Bolton
BL1 4DH

Burnley Office

Northbridge House
Elm Street Business Park
Elm Street
Burnley, BB10 1PD

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01204 565 234

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