Want to immigrate to the United Kingdom with your same-sex partner? Learn some about the types of immigration visas and processes that you'll need to understand before moving to Britain. Please note that this is a guide, not any form of legal advice. If you need more assistance, don't hesitate to contact a lawyer.

Types of Visas

If you are an American citizen and your partner is a British citizen and you have not entered into a civil partnership or marriage in any country, you will need to apply for an unmarried partner visa. Usually this visa will last for two years. After this point, you'll be able to apply for a renewal two-year unmarried partner visa. If you and your partner register a civil partnership while you are living together in the UK, you will be able to apply for a permanent residency visa.

If you and your unmarried partner are both American, one of you must have a work permit or diplomatic visa to settle in the UK. You can then apply to accompany your same-sex partner. This visa will normally last for two years or for the same time period as your partner's work permit.