The UK government has now confirmed the implementation
date for the change to the minimum income threshold for spouse/
partner visa applications. There is also a welcome change to the
definition of "Partner" for unmarried partner visa
applicants.
Implementation date for spouse/ partner visa minimum income
threshold changes
From 11 April 2024, foreign spouses and partners of British
citizens will need to meet a minimum income threshold of
£29,000 to obtain a spouse/ partner visa.
The minimum income requirement was first introduced in 2012 and
had remained at a constant £18,600, until now. The minimum
income requirement can be met by relying on income from employment,
self-employment, or other non-employment sources such as property
rental, pension, or dividend income. It can alternatively be met by
relying on cash savings of at least £62,500.
