Marriage Standard Visitor

What can you do in the UK with a Marriage Visitor visa? 

• marry or enter into a civil partnership in the UK within 6 months of your arrival (you’ll need to use a venue that is licensed for this purpose)
• pass through the UK in transit, meaning you’re on your way to another country

What can’t you do in the UK with a Marriage Visitor visa?

• get public funds (benefits)
• bring in family members, also known as ‘dependants’ (they’ll need to apply separately)
• live in the UK for extended periods with frequent visits
• extend your visa or switch to another visa
• work - except for permitted activities related to your work or business overseas, like attending meetings
• study

You can find detailed guidance here about what you can and can’t do with a Marriage Visitor visa.