Can My Unmarried Partner Legally Work in the UK?

Learn if your unmarried partner can work in the UK and the visa requirements for employment.

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Yes, your unmarried partner can work in the UK, provided they obtain the appropriate visa, such as a Family Visa under the Unmarried Partner category. They will need to demonstrate a genuine and subsisting relationship and meet specific requirements, including proof of cohabitation for at least two years. Once granted entry, they generally have the right to work or study in the UK.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What visa does my unmarried partner need to work in the UK? Your unmarried partner needs a Family Visa under the Unmarried Partner category to work in the UK.
  2. What are the requirements for an unmarried partner's visa in the UK? To qualify for the Unmarried Partner visa, you must prove a genuine relationship, cohabitation for at least two years, and meet specific financial and language requirements.
  3. Can an unmarried partner study in the UK? Yes, once your unmarried partner is granted the appropriate visa, they generally have the right to work or study in the UK.
  4. How can we prove our relationship for the visa application? You can demonstrate your relationship through evidence of cohabitation, shared finances, photos together, and letters from friends and family.