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Spouse Visa Consultant in Chandigarh - Abroad Gateway
A spouse visa allows foreign nationals to live with their husband or wife in another country where the sponsor is a citizen, permanent resident, or an international student. This visa enables families to reunite and offers opportunities to live, work, or study in countries such as the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and more.
Due to complex eligibility criteria and frequently changing immigration rules, applying for a spouse visa without expert guidance can be challenging. Even a small mistake in documentation or procedure may lead to delays or rejection. This is where an experienced spouse visa consultant comes in handy.
Abroad Gateway is a trusted and experienced spouse visa consultant in Chandigarh, offering end-to-end support for spouse and partner visa applications. Our expert team has in-depth knowledge of country-specific regulations and ensures accurate documentation, timely filing, and transparent processes. We provide free initial consultation, personalised guidance, and continuous support throughout your application journey, making your spouse visa process smooth, stress-free, and successful.
Eligibility Criteria for Spouse Visa
The eligibility criteria for a spouse visa can vary depending on the country and the specific visa category. However, here are some general requirements that are often necessary:
- Marriage: The applicant must be legally married to their spouse, and the marriage must be recognized by the country where the visa is being applied for.
- Relationship: The applicant and their spouse must have a genuine and ongoing relationship. This may be demonstrated through evidence of joint financial commitments, shared living arrangements, and communication records.
- Sponsorship: The applicant’s spouse must be willing to sponsor them for the visa and provide evidence of their ability to support the applicant financially.
- Financial Requirements: The applicant may need to meet certain financial requirements to demonstrate that they will not require public funds upon arrival. The exact financial requirements may vary depending on the country and the specific visa category.
- Health and Character Requirements: The applicant may need to undergo health checks and provide police clearance certificates to demonstrate that they are of good character and do not pose a threat to public health or security.
- Language Requirements: In some cases, the applicant may need to demonstrate their proficiency in the language of the country where the visa is being applied for.
Country Specific Requirement for Spouse Visa
The country-specific spouse visa requirements include eligibility criteria, documentation, and processing timelines. Our expert insights help you prepare a strong application tailored to your destination’s immigration policies.
- Both sponsor and spouse must hold valid passports.
- Proof of legally valid marriage or common-law relationship (Indian marriage certificate; photos and relationship evidence required).
- Sponsor must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident (PR).
- Sponsor must be 18 years or older and not receiving social assistance (except disability benefits).
- Sponsor must demonstrate financial ability to support the spouse (no fixed income threshold, but proof of funds required).
- Proof of a genuine and ongoing relationship (wedding photos, chat/call logs, travel history, joint financial documents).
- Indian Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is required for the spouse.
- Medical examination required from an IRCC-approved panel physician in India.
- The sponsor must sign a financial undertaking to support the spouse for 3 years.
- Proof of residential address in Canada.
- Completed application forms and passport-size photographs as per IRCC specifications.
- Visa Options:
• Spousal Sponsorship (Outland): Applied from India; suitable when the spouse is residing outside Canada.
• Spousal Sponsorship (Inland): Applied from within Canada; eligible for an open work permit during processing.
- Both sponsor and spouse must hold valid passports.
- Proof of legally valid marriage or de-facto relationship (Indian marriage certificate; de-facto partners must show at least 12 months of relationship evidence, unless exempt).
- Sponsor must be an Australian citizen, Permanent Resident (PR), or an eligible New Zealand citizen.
- Sponsor must be 18 years or older and meet character requirements.
- Proof of a genuine and continuing relationship (marriage photos, chats, call logs, joint finances, travel history).
- Sponsor must provide financial support evidence (income, bank statements, employment details).
- Proof of shared accommodation or intent to live together in Australia.
- Indian Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is required for the applicant (and sponsor if requested).
- Medical examination required from an Australian-approved panel physician in India.
- Sponsor must sign a financial and settlement undertaking.
- Completed visa forms and passport-size photographs as per Australian Home Affairs guidelines.
- Visa Options:
• Partner Visa (Subclass 309/100 – Offshore): Applied from India; leads to permanent residence.
• Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801 – Onshore): Applied from within Australia; allows stay during processing.
- Both sponsor and spouse must hold valid passports.
- Proof of legally valid marriage or civil partnership (Indian marriage certificate; must be in English or officially translated).
- Sponsor must be a British citizen or hold UK Permanent Residence / Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).
- Both sponsor and spouse must be 18 years or older.
- Sponsor must meet the minimum income requirement (generally £18,600 per year, higher if dependent children are included).
- Proof of adequate accommodation in the UK without recourse to public funds.
- Proof of a genuine and subsisting relationship (wedding photos, chat and call records, travel history, joint documents).
- English language requirement (A1 level) for the spouse, via an approved test centre in India (unless exempt).
- Indian Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) may be required.
- Tuberculosis (TB) test certificate is mandatory from a UKVI-approved clinic in India.
- Completed online application forms and passport-size photographs as per UKVI specifications.
- Visa Options:
• UK Spouse / Partner Visa (Family Route): Allows stay, work, and study in the UK.
• Extension & Settlement Route: Visa extendable; eligible for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after qualifying period.
- Both sponsor and spouse must hold valid passports.
- Proof of legally valid marriage (Indian marriage certificate; must be in English or officially translated).
- Sponsor must be a U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder).
- Sponsor must be 18 years or older and domiciled in the United States.
- Sponsor must meet minimum income requirements (at least 125% of U.S. Federal Poverty Guidelines).
- Proof of genuine marital relationship (wedding photos, chat/call records, travel history, joint financial documents).
- Sponsor must submit an Affidavit of Support (Form I-864) agreeing to financially support the spouse.
- Indian Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is required for the spouse.
- Medical examination required from a U.S. Embassy-approved panel physician in India.
- Completed online visa forms (DS-260) and passport-size photographs as per U.S. visa specifications.
- A visa interview is mandatory at the U.S. Embassy/Consulate in India.
- Visa Options:
• IR-1 / CR-1 Immigrant Spouse Visa: For spouses of U.S. citizens or permanent residents; leads to Green Card.
• K-3 Non-Immigrant Spouse Visa: Temporary option while immigrant petition is pending (less commonly used).
- Both sponsor and spouse must hold valid passports.
- Proof of legally valid marriage or partnership (Indian marriage certificate; must be in English or officially translated).
- Sponsor must be a New Zealand citizen or Permanent Resident (PR).
- Both sponsor and spouse must be 18 years or older.
- Proof of a genuine and stable relationship, with evidence of living together (shared address, joint finances, correspondence, photos).
- Sponsor must demonstrate financial ability to support the spouse in New Zealand.
- Proof of suitable accommodation in New Zealand.
- Indian Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is required for the spouse.
- Medical examination required from an Immigration New Zealand–approved panel physician in India.
- Completed application forms and passport-size photographs as per Immigration New Zealand specifications.
- Visa Options:
• Partner of a New Zealander Work Visa: Allows the spouse to live and work in New Zealand.
• Partner Resident Visa: For long-term settlement, leading to permanent residence after meeting eligibility criteria.
- Both sponsor and spouse must hold valid passports.
- Proof of legal marriage or registered partnership (Indian marriage certificate must be apostilled).
- Sponsor must be a Dutch citizen or legal resident of the Netherlands.
- Sponsor must meet IND income requirements (independent, sufficient, and sustainable income).
- Proof of suitable accommodation in the Netherlands.
- Proof of a genuine and exclusive relationship (mandatory for unmarried partners).
- Indian Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) may be required.
- TB test may be required after arrival (as per nationality rules).
- Basic Dutch Civic Integration Exam (A1 level) required before entry for most Indian applicants unless exempt.
- Visa Options:
• Family Reunification / Partner Residence Permit.
• MVV (Provisional Residence Permit): Mandatory entry visa for long-term stay, applied together with the residence permit.
- Both sponsor and spouse must have valid passports.
- Proof of legally valid marriage (Indian marriage certificate; apostille recommended).
- Sponsor must be a Mauritian citizen or hold a valid residence status in Mauritius.
- Sponsor must demonstrate sufficient income or financial capability.
- Proof of accommodation in Mauritius.
- Indian Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) may be required.
- A medical fitness certificate, often including a TB test, may be required.
- Proof of genuine relationship (marriage photos, joint documents, communication records).
- Financial documents such as bank statements, salary slips, or employment proof.
- Documents may require legalisation and translation into English or French.
- Visa Options:
• Dependent / Spouse Residence Permit: For spouses of Mauritian citizens or residents.
• Entry Visa (if applicable): Required before travel, depending on Indian passport category.
- Both sponsor and spouse must hold valid passports.
- Legally registered marriage certificate (Indian certificate must be apostilled and recognised by Korean authorities).
- Sponsor must be a South Korean citizen or hold a valid long-term visa (F-2, F-5, etc.).
- Sponsor must show sufficient income and financial stability as per South Korean immigration rules.
- Proof of accommodation in South Korea (lease agreement or property ownership).
- Indian Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) may be required.
- Medical examination, including a TB test, may be required.
- Proof of genuine marital relationship (wedding photos, chats, call logs, joint financial documents).
- Completed visa application forms and passport-size photographs.
- Travel plan / intended date of entry if applying from India.
- Visa Options:
• F-6 Spouse Visa (Marriage Immigrant): For spouses of South Korean citizens.
• Change of Status to F-6: For applicants already in South Korea on another long-term visa.
How We Can Help You With Spouse Visa Process
Eligibility Assessment:
We will assess your file and all the required documents of your sponsor, as well, and provide you with suggestions based on the Embassy’s guidance.
Document Preparation and Review
The filing officer will assess all your documents within 48 hours and will suggest any further requirements for documents, if any.
Application Guidance
Once all the documents are ready, the team applies for the visa by submitting the application form along with all the required documents and paying the application fee to the embassy.
Compliance with Immigration Laws
Master the file to represent your eligibility to the visa officer, as per the guidelines of the embassy.
Language Learning and Interview Preparation
For the requirement of the English examination, Abroad Gateway has a dedicated IELTS trainer and study area. We will prepare you for the interview with the visa officer.
Visa Strategy and Timing
Over the many years of experience, we have developed strategies to convince visa officers to grant visas in a very short time.
Handling Complex Cases
In the last many years, we have achieved the visa for those as well who couldn’t establish their relationship strongly despite being legally married.
Communication with Authorities
All the communication with the concerned will be done by the Abroad Gateway expert team on your behalf, and we will keep you posted for the same.
Follow-Up and Status Updates
We give regular follow-ups to the embassy for the speedy result, and the same updates are shared with clients.
Post-Visa Assistance
Once you reach your destination with your beloved, even then, we support you in terms of getting a part-time job, SIN number, licence, etc.
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Counselling
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Documentation
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Why Abroad Gateway for Spouse Visa Consultation
Abroad Gateway offers expert spouse visa guidance with transparent processes, personalized support, and proven success across multiple countries—ensuring a smooth, stress-free immigration journey.
Client-First Approach
We put clients at the center of everything we do. Every spouse visa case receives personal attention, clear guidance, and dedicated support from start to finish.
Vast Knowledge & Experience
Our experienced visa consultants have in-depth, country-specific expertise and stay updated with the latest immigration rules to ensure accurate and successful filings.
Resourceful & Solution-Oriented
Spouse visas can be complex. Our team is skilled at handling challenges, documentation issues, and policy changes with confidence and efficiency.
Complete Transparency
We maintain clear communication and honest processes throughout the application, including transparent fees and no hidden charges.
Strict Confidentiality
Your personal details and documents are handled with utmost confidentiality, accessed only by authorised professionals involved in your case.
Multiple End-to-End Services
From IELTS coaching and documentation to visa filing and post-visa guidance, we offer complete support under one roof for a stress-free experience.
Our Expanded Services for Students
Our expanded services are designed to provide seamless support at every step of your student visa process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A spouse visa allows a foreign national to join their partner in another country for a specified period, based on their marriage or civil partnership.
Eligibility typically depends on meeting relationship and financial requirements. You must be married or in a civil partnership with a citizen or permanent resident of the destination country.
Yes, in most countries, a spouse visa allows you to work, though certain restrictions may apply depending on the country.
Applications are usually submitted online or through an embassy/consulate. You’ll need to complete the forms, provide supporting documents, and pay the application fee. Feel free to consult with us if you need any assistance.
Common documents include your marriage certificate, proof of relationship, financial evidence, passport, and sometimes health and police clearances.
Processing times vary, but it typically takes a few months depending on the country, visa type, and workload of the immigration authorities.
Yes, many countries offer a path to permanent residency after living together on a spouse visa for a certain period, often 2-5 years.
The validity of a spouse visa can range from 6 months to 2 years, depending on the country and type of visa granted.
Yes, many countries allow spouses to extend their visa or transition to a permanent residency status once the initial visa expires.
If denied, you may be given the reason for refusal and the option to appeal or reapply with additional documentation or clarifications.
