About to apply to switch from Youth Mobility Visa to Spouse Visa (flr m) within UK. Am I missing anything?
im getting ready to apply for my inital spouse visa and just hoping someone can check my Evidence. How much is too much? We only got married last December so wanted to include as much as possible but unsure if I should get rid of any evidence as I also don't want to over do it? just looking for any advice or tips. i"ve put my Appendix list below. thanks
Sponsor Evidence
S1 – Sponsor Passport (Certified Copy)
Copy of the sponsor’s valid British passport.
S2 – Sponsor Letter of Support
Signed letter confirming marriage, cohabitation, and intent to continue living together in the UK.
Applicant Evidence
A1 – Applicant Passport (Certified Copy)
Copy of applicant’s valid passport.
A2 – Current E-Visa
Copy of current Youth Mobility Visa, demonstrating lawful residence in the UK.
A3 – Applicant Cover Letter
Personal statement outlining the marriage, residence, and application context.
Financial Requirement Evidence (Category A – Employment)
F1 – Employment Contract
Sponsor’s employment contract.
F2 – Employer Reference Letter
Confirming employment, salary, and length of employment.
Payslips & Bank Statements (6 Months)
F3 – Payslip (Month 1)
F4 – Bank Statement (Month 1)
F5 – Payslip (Month 2)
F6 – Bank Statement (Month 2)
F7 – Payslip (Month 3)
F8 – Bank Statement (Month 3)
F9 – Payslip (Month 4)
F10 – Bank Statement (Month 4)
F11 – Payslip (Month 5)
F12 – Bank Statement (Month 5)
F13 – Payslip (Month 6)
F14 – Bank Statement (Month 6)
F15 – P60 (Latest Available)
Accommodation Evidence
AC1 – Mortgage Statement
AC2 – Title Register (Property Ownership)
AC3 – Council Tax / Rates Bill
AC4 – Property Photos
Cohabitation Evidence
Although formal two-year cohabitation evidence is not required for an initial FLR(M) application, documents confirming continuous cohabitation since moving in together are included.
C1 – Cohabitation Evidence Table
Summary showing continuous cohabitation over the period.
C2 – Supporting Documents (Chronological Order)
Mortgage statement (Sponsor)
Official letters addressed to applicant at shared address
Bank statements
Pension correspondence
Utility bills
Electoral roll confirmation
Credit card correspondence
GP letters
Joint bank statements
Health insurance correspondence
Relationship / Marriage Evidence
R1 – Legal Validity
R1.1 – Marriage Certificate
R1.2 – Prior Divorce Certificate (Sponsor)
R1.3 – Certified English Translation (Divorce)
R2 – Relationship / Marriage Development
R2.1 – Relationship Timeline Overview (1-page summary of key milestones)
R2.2 – Travel Evidence (Joint Trips) – copies of flight tickets for trips taken while living together.
R2.3 – Couple Photos (Private Life / Relationship Evidence)
Photos showing day-to-day life, holidays, and shared milestones.
R3 – Social & Family Integration.
R3.1 – Social Photos – photos with family & friends, showing integration into social circles.
R3.2 – Wedding & Milestone Photos – ceremony, reception, cake-making, first dance, sparkler exit, honeymoon / post-wedding milestones.
R3.3 – Social Media Evidence
Engagement and wedding announcements from friends and family.
R4 – Ongoing Communication
R4.1 – WhatsApp messages (spanning relationship period).
R5 – Financial & Long-Term Commitment
R5.1 – Marriage Allowance Confirmation
R5.2 – Pension Beneficiary
R5.3 – Life Insurance Beneficiary
Posted Apr 8, 2026, 2:55 AM UTC