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Compass Immigration Law Ltd

Specialist legal advice and representation on Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Law. Tel: 01204 5 Local Business Accelerator winner 2012 - bitly.com/compasswin

Compass Immigration Law is an established legal practice and are the “go to immigration lawyers” in Bolton and Greater Manchester for individuals and other legal professionals. Compass Immigration Law Ltd was founded in summer 2011 by a team of friendly and experienced lawyers. Our aim was clear; to establish a top law firm dedicated to delivering dependable immigration and asylum legal advice and

representation with first-rate client care and service. With a Head Office in Bolton supported by a network of associates and outreach surgeries, Compass is in a position to offer legal services to individuals and businesses alike, wherever required. Compass enjoy a very high level of customer satisfaction when making both applications and appeals; we are realistic about your case prospects and how to improve merits. As a vibrant and creative law firm we strive to ensure provision of the latest technologies and services and are proud to offer legal advice by phone and online. Such a pioneering approach ensures that Compass can meet client expectations globally. Your case is important to us and irrespective of your native language, Compass have access to professional and independent interpreters and document translators to facilitate us in advancing your case. Compass Immigration Law Ltd:

"The direct route to immigration expertise."

03/09/2026

UK Spouse Visa Financial Requirement Explained

💼 Changing Jobs

If you have been with your current employer for less than six months, the rules can instead consider your employment income during the 12 months before your application, alongside your current employment.
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⏳ No Automatic Six-Month Reset

Changing jobs does not automatically mean starting a new six-month waiting period.
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📄 Your Evidence May Change

A job change can affect how your income is assessed and the evidence you need to provide.

The important point is making sure your employment history, current income and supporting evidence meet the relevant requirements when you apply.
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Have you recently changed jobs while preparing a partner visa application?

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For more information, or if you require assistance with a UK SPOUSE VISA application, schedule an appointment using the details below.
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📃(client intake form) - https://zurl.co/LX1rk
📞 - 01204 531 535
📧 - [email protected]
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Compass Immigration Law Ltd:
“Simplifying immigration.”

02/09/2026

UK Spouse Visa Financial Requirement Explained

📅 Six Months of Employment

If you have been with your current employer for at least six months, your evidence can include six months of payslips.
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🏦 Supporting Evidence
Those payslips should be supported by corresponding bank statements and an employer letter confirming details such as your employment and salary.
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⏳ Less Than Six Months
If you have been with your current employer for less than six months, a different assessment can apply.
Changing employment circumstances can therefore affect both how your income is assessed and the evidence you need to provide.
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How long have you been with your current employer?
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For more information, or if you require assistance with a UK SPOUSE VISA application, schedule an appointment using the details below.
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📃(client intake form) - https://zurl.co/AItxR
📞 - 01204 531 535
📧 - [email protected]
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Compass Immigration Law Ltd:
“Simplifying immigration.”

01/09/2026

UK Spouse Visa Financial Requirement Explained

📅 Your Application Date

Your application date is the key reference point.

First, establish which financial requirement applies to you.
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💷 The Financial Requirement

For most new partner applications, you will usually need to demonstrate combined income of at least £29,000 a year.
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⚖️ Different Rules Can Apply

Different rules can apply if your partner receives certain disability or carer benefits, or if you fall under the transitional rules for applications first made as a partner before 11 April 2024.
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✅ Key Point

Once you know the requirement, the next question is how you are meeting it.
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Which source of income are you relying on for your application?

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For more information, or if you require assistance with a UK SPOUSE VISA application, schedule an appointment using the details below.
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📃(client intake form) - https://zurl.co/AEZ6e
📞 - 01204 531 535
📧 - [email protected]
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Compass Immigration Law Ltd:
“Simplifying immigration.”

31/08/2026

UK Spouse Visa Financial Requirement Explained

💷 The £29,000 Requirement

For most new partner applications, £29,000 is the minimum income requirement. But earning enough today does not automatically mean you are ready to apply.
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⏳ Timing Matters

It also depends on where the money comes from, how long you have received it, and whether your evidence covers the correct period before you apply.
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📄 Six Months Is Not Always Required

You do not always need six months with your current employer. If you have recently changed jobs, a different assessment can apply.
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✅ Key Point

Before choosing your application date, establish which timing rule applies to your finances.
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Which part of the financial requirement would you like explained next?
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For more information, or if you require assistance with a UK SPOUSE VISA application, schedule an appointment using the details below.
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📃(client intake form) - https://zurl.co/WbrD0
📞 - 01204 531 535
📧 - [email protected]
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Compass Immigration Law Ltd:
“Simplifying immigration.”

30/08/2026

How To Get Your British Passport After Citizenship – Urgent Applications ⏱️🇬🇧
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If you need your first British passport quickly, it is important to know that the faster passport services are not available for first adult applications.
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🚫 1-Day Premium
This service cannot be used for a first adult passport application.
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🚫 1-Week Fast Track
Fast Track is also unavailable for your first adult passport.
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📮 Standard service only
You will need to use the standard first adult passport application process.
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📅 Plan ahead
Do not rely on being able to pay extra to speed up the process later.
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✈️ If you need your passport for future travel, make sure you allow enough time for the standard application process.
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💬 Did you know that Premium and Fast Track services are unavailable for your first adult British passport?
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For more information, or if you require assistance with a BRITISH PASSPORT application, schedule an appointment using the details below.
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📃(client intake form) - https://zurl.co/bRrrF
📞 - 01204 531 535
📧 - [email protected]
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Compass Immigration Law Ltd:
“Simplifying immigration.”

29/08/2026

How To Get Your British Passport After Citizenship – Urgent Applications ⏱️🇬🇧
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Need your first British passport quickly? You cannot use the Premium or Fast Track services for a first adult passport application.
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🚫 1-Day Premium
This service is not available for first adult passport applications.
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🚫 1-Week Fast Track
This service cannot be used either.
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📮 Standard service only
You will need to apply using the standard first adult passport application process.
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✈️ Plan ahead
Do not rely on being able to pay extra later to speed up your application.
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✅ If you need your passport for future travel, allow enough time for the standard application process.
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💬 Were you aware that Fast Track is not available for a first adult British passport?
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For more information, or if you require assistance with a BRITISH PASSPORT application, schedule an appointment using the details below.
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📃(client intake form) - https://zurl.co/UuRi9
📞 - 01204 531 535
📧 - [email protected]
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Compass Immigration Law Ltd:
“Simplifying immigration.”

28/08/2026

How To Get Your British Passport After Citizenship – How To Apply 🇬🇧
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You can apply for your first adult British passport online or using a paper form.
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💻 Applying online
You will need a digital photo, your supporting documents, someone to confirm your identity and a debit or credit card.
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💷 Application fees
The online application fee is £102, while a paper application costs £115.50.
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📄 Sending your documents
Once your identity has been confirmed, HM Passport Office will tell you which documents to send and where to send them.
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👤 You may need an interview
HM Passport Office may also ask you to attend an interview as part of the application process.
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✅ Make sure you have everything ready before starting your application.
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💬 Would you choose to apply online or by post?
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For more information, or if you require assistance with a BRITISH PASSPORT application, schedule an appointment using the details below.
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📃(client intake form) - https://zurl.co/cVuxw
📞 - 01204 531 535
📧 - [email protected]
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Compass Immigration Law Ltd:
“Simplifying immigration.”

27/08/2026

How To Get Your British Passport After Citizenship – Foreign Passport Details 🌍
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If you have dual nationality, your other passport could affect your British passport application.

🛂 Check your personal details
The name and gender on your non-British passport must match the details you want on your British passport.
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⚠️ What if they are different?
Official government guidance says you should change the details on your non-British passport before applying for your British passport.
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🔍 Check before you start
Review your other passport carefully before submitting your application. Identifying a mismatch beforehand could prevent problems later in the process.
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✅ The key point: make sure the personal details across your passports match before you apply.
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💬 Have you checked that the details on your passports are consistent?
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For more information, or if you require assistance with a BRITISH PASSPORT application, schedule an appointment using the details below.
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📃(client intake form) - https://zurl.co/qlJwe
📞 - 01204 531 535
📧 - [email protected]
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Compass Immigration Law Ltd:
“Simplifying immigration.”

26/08/2026

How To Get Your British Passport After Citizenship – Identity Confirmation 🇬🇧
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If you apply for your first British passport online, you will need someone who meets the official requirements to confirm your identity.
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👤 Who can confirm your identity?
It cannot simply be anyone who knows you. The person must meet the eligibility requirements set out by official government guidance.
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📧 What happens after you apply?
Once you have submitted and paid for your application, HM Passport Office will contact your chosen person by email.
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💻 They confirm your identity online
They will then follow the instructions from HM Passport Office to complete the identity confirmation.
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✅ Check before you apply
Make sure your chosen person meets the official requirements before submitting their details.
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💬 Have you already identified someone who can confirm your identity?
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For more information, or if you require assistance with a BRITISH PASSPORT application, schedule an appointment using the details below.
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📃(client intake form) - https://zurl.co/ULh3M
📞 - 01204 531 535
📧 - [email protected]
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Compass Immigration Law Ltd:
“Simplifying immigration.”

25/08/2026

How To Get Your British Passport After Citizenship – Documents 🇬🇧

If you were born outside the UK and became British through naturalisation or registration, you will need to provide specific documents with your first British passport application.
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📜 Naturalisation or registration certificate
You will need the certificate confirming your British citizenship.
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🛂 Your passport
You will also need the passport you used to enter the UK, or the foreign passport you were included on.
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📄 Original documents only
Photocopies are not accepted.
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🌍 Documents in another language
If a document is not in English or Welsh, you will need a certified translation.
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✅ Having the correct documents ready can help avoid unnecessary issues with your application.
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💬 Are your original documents ready for your first British passport application?
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For more information, or if you require assistance with a BRITISH PASSPORT application, schedule an appointment using the details below.
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📃(client intake form) - https://zurl.co/PJbRN
📞 - 01204 531 535
📧 - [email protected]
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Compass Immigration Law Ltd:
“Simplifying immigration.”

Address

2 Myrtle Street
Bolton
BL13AH

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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