Civil Partnership
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The Civil Partnership Act 2004 came into force on 5 December 2005. Civil Partnerships are legal relationships which can be registered by two people of the same sex and give the couple’s legal recognition for their relationship.
Same-sex couples who register a civil partnership will have the same rights and recognitions in a wide range of legal matters as opposite-sex couples who enter into a civil marriage.
Prior to marriage and civil partnership in the UK, Foreign Nationals (that is anyone who is not a British citizen, or does not hold ILR or Right of Abode) must now apply for a Certificate of Approval before giving notice to marry. (Please see Certificate of approval sub title). This is applied for through the Home Office and must be issued before a wedding may take place. In order to apply for a Certificate of Approval a person must hold leave to remain in the UK that was initially issued for longer than 6 months and that currently has at least 3 months remaining before expiry.
For further information with regard to any aspect of the Marriage Visa or Civil Partnership, please feel contact one of our consultants, by clicking on the Contact Us page.
If you would like any further information and are interested in using our services for the full application process or want to see an adviser for consultation please contact us directly 0207 8368505 or 01825 767 288 our offices are open from 09.30 – 17.30