If you are currently in the UK on a spouse visa and your marriage or civil partnership has broken down due to domestic violence then you could be eligible to make an application for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK.
What is domestic violence?
showing controlling, coercive or threatening behaviour, violence or abuse towards
anyone aged 16 or over, who are or have been intimate partners or family members,
regardless of gender or sexuality.
This includes the following types of abuse:
- Psychological
- Physical
- Sexual
- Financial
- Emotional

Who can apply?
You will need to provide evidence of the domestic violence that is objective and impartial.
Examples of this are:
- A court injunction, molestation order or conviction against the sponsor
- Police caution against the sponsor
- Medical report confirming injuries consistent with being the victim of domestic violence
- Police report confirming attendance at the home of the applicant as a result of violence
- Letter from Social Services
- Letter of support from a Domestic Violence Support Organisation
You do not need to have suffered physical violence. If you have experienced sexual, psychological, emotional or financial abuse which has broken down your relationship with your sponsor during the probationary period, you are entitled to apply for indefinite leave to remain under the Domestic Violence rule.

Where to go for help?
If you have been affected by or are the victim of Domestic Abuse there are organisations out there who will be able to help. If you are affected by domestic violence and abuse you can get help from the following places:
For women
National Domestic Violence helpline
There are translation facilities if your first language is not English. The helpline also offers help for callers with hearing difficulties.
Telephone: 0808 200 0247 (24 hours)
For Men
Men’s Advice Line
Helpline: 0808 801 0327
If you are in imminent danger you should always call the police by dialing 999.
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Legal advice should always be sought before an application is submitted, the case must be argued well and in detail to show evidence that you meet the requirements.

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