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Unmarried Partner Visa Explained ｜UK Partner Visa Requirements (Video)

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In 2024, the UK unmarried partner visa rules were updated to remove the strict two-year cohabitation requirement, offering more flexibility. However, applicants must still provide strong evidence of their relationship, such as shared finances, correspondence, and commitment.

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Callum Ingram-Taylor from Latitude Law explains the 2024 changes to the UK unmarried partner visa rules. The new definition offers more flexibility, removing the strict two-year cohabitation requirement, but strong evidence of your relationship is still essential.

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