Where can I apply for a family visa from?

Where can I apply for a family visa from?

Posted on March 21, 2023

My husband is a UK citizen and I am not. We're planning for my permanent move there and migrate this year and apply for a family visa as a spouse. Can I just fly to the UK with a tourist/visitor visa first and switch to family/spouse visa when I get to the UK or do I need to apply for it outside the UK or apply for a different visa to be able to switch to a family/spouse visa? Thank you!

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Applicants are not usually permitted to switch to another category while in the UK on a temporary visit visa. You may need to make the application for Entry Clearance from outside of the UK. We would need to assess the merits and have sight of your documentation to determine which course of action to take. Please call 02039599123 or click here

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