Is there an English language requirement for the UK Family visa?

If you apply as a partner, you generally need to meet a knowledge of English requirement, often by passing an approved test or holding a qualifying degree taught in English.

The level you must reach typically increases over time, with a higher standard required when you extend and again when you apply for settlement. Some applicants are exempt, for example because of nationality, age or a relevant medical condition, so check whether an exemption applies to you.