UK visa solutions
A spouse or partner visa may support a shared future where the UK-based partner has a relevant status. The relationship is the starting point, but it is not the only part of the decision.
The partner's status, your relationship, finances, accommodation and other applicable requirements form one overall picture. A marriage certificate alone does not answer all of those questions.
Joining a person with temporary work or study permission may involve a dependant route instead. Understanding that distinction helps you research the right opportunity before considering the application work.
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