Documents you must provide for your ILR Set (M) Application

In order to prove that the applicant satisfies all of the requirements to be granted 'Indefinite Leave to Remain' as a Spouse or Partner (Form Set M), they must submit relevant supporting documents that will be assessed by the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) .

The general documents that you need to submit for your ILR Set M application are similar to the items you would have submitted for your spouse/partner visa extension (FLR M). These include:

• Valid passport
• Proof that your relationship is genuine
• Evidence of meeting the financial requirement
• Proof of meeting the English language requirement
• Adequate accommodation

Additionally, your documents must evidence:

• Proof that you meet the 5 year qualifying period of continuous leave as a Spouse/Partner
  

What are the requirements for Indefinite Leave to Remain Set (M)?

Relationship Requirement

At the time of making an application, both the applicant and sponsor partner must:

• Remain in a genuine and subsisting relationship;
• Intend to live together permanently and make the UK their home;

Financial Requirement

The Applicant and/or Sponsor must be able to show that they are earning or receiving income from their employment or other sources or else have significant savings, and  that this income/savings is sufficient for themselves and their partner for the duration of their visa. 

The minimum income requirement they must meet for this is £18,600 (gross) per annum.  If there are child dependants also applying, this increases by £3,800 for the first child, and then a further £2,400 for every additional child.

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The English Language Requirement

Another requirement is evidence of sufficient knowledge of the English Language. Unless you reside in a country where English is the primary/dominant language e.g. USA or Australia, you will need to take an English Language Test which assesses your speaking and listening ability. This must be at a minimum level of B1.

If you have a degree or academic qualification that was taught or researched in English and recognised by UK NARIC, the English language requirement can also be satisfied.

Other Requirements

Life in the UK Test

For all ILR and British Citizenship applications, applicants must also pass the Life in the UK Test.

Accommodation Requirement

You must also show that you have adequate accommodation for both of you (and any dependant children) to live in when you are in the UK.  Adequate meaning that there will be no overcrowding as a result of you staying in the property.

What type of Documents do I need to prove I meet the requirements for ILR Set M?

It is important to note as everyone's case is different with many possible variables in the applicant's/sponsor's personal circumstances. Therefore, there is no one size fits all list of specific documents applicants must submit. - Your own set documents must be tailored according to your and/or your partner's situation.

That being said, below are the type of items the UKVI will generally expect applicants to provide for their UK Spouse/Partner Visa application.

Documents to prove Relationship Requirement is met

For married/civil partners, the marriage/civil partnership certificate should be included in the application. 

You must also provide evidence of continuous cohabitation for the last period of leave granted (2.5 years) e.g. Joint Tenancy Agreement/s, letters of correspondence.

Documents to prove Financial Requirement is met

The documents you must provide need to prove the source of income being used to meet the minimum income requirement. For example if the applicant is relying on employment income, they will need to provide payslips, bank statements and employment contracts.

Documents to prove English Language Requirement is met

If the applicant is required to evidence a sufficient level of English Language, they must provide a copy of their English Language Test Certificate or their Degree certificate.

Documents to prove other requirements are met

For the accommodation requirement, the documents to be provided will depend on whether the property is owned, rented etc. So the relevant documents could be a copy of the tenancy agreement, letter from landlord, land registry title etc.

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