Who it's for
- Spouses, civil partners and unmarried partners extending their leave in the UK
- Couples relying on employment income, savings or self-employment
- Applicants with transitional protection under the old £18,600 threshold
What's included
- About this template — the financial requirement, Appendix FM-SE evidence and common refusal reasons
- Financial requirement key figures table: new applicants, transitional protection, savings and income categories
- Category mixing guidance
- Covering letter: relationship, financial requirement with evidence table, accommodation, English language, no recourse to public funds
- Documents enclosed index by appendix
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See what's in the bundle →Key points covered
- £29,000 gross a year for applications from 11 April 2024; £18,600 transitional protection for those continuously on the route since before then
- Savings-only route: £16,000 plus 2.5 times any shortfall
- Appendix FM-SE sets out exactly which documents prove each type of income
- Not every income category can be combined — using the wrong mix is a common refusal reason
- Apply before your current leave expires
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Questions
What is FLR(M)?
The application to extend leave in the UK as the partner of a British citizen or settled person.
Which financial threshold applies to me?
£29,000 for applications from 11 April 2024. If you have been continuously on the partner route since before that date, transitional protection at £18,600 may apply.
Can my own UK income count?
For an extension, the applicant's UK income can count if they have permission to work, as the template explains.
Is it in the Immigration Complete Bundle?
Yes. The Immigration Complete Bundle includes every DocPilot immigration template.
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