Updated for April 2026 Home Office Rules

Check Your UK Visa
for Hidden Refusal Risks

Answer questions about your application. We analyse your answers against current UKVI rules and show you what could cause a refusal — before you submit.

Not legal advice. Not affiliated with the UK Government or Home Office. About this tool

UK visa fees are often substantial and non-refundable
Review options: £19–£69
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Visa Application
FLR(M) · Spouse Route
Sponsor Income
Relationship Evidence
Absence Record
Previous Refusals
eVisa Status
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Risk Analysis
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£29,000 income✓ Pass
Relationship proof⚠ Review
Absence limit✓ Pass
Refusal history✗ Flag
Good Character✓ Pass
2 Risk Flags Found
Before submission · Free check
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By the Numbers

Why applicants check
before they submit

0%
of refusals cite insufficient financial evidence
£0
average cost of a refused spouse visa application
0%
of refused applicants had an avoidable evidence gap
Most common UK visa refusal triggers — 2026 data
Insufficient funds
72%
Weak relationship proof
58%
Document inconsistency
44%
Prior refusal undisclosed
38%
Absence limit exceeded
29%
Income below £29,000
65%

How It Works

Three steps to knowing
your refusal risk

Structured around the questions UKVI caseworkers actually ask — not generic advice.

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Step 01

Answer the questions

Choose from our structured question set covering your visa route, financial evidence, relationship proof, travel history, and prior immigration issues.

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Step 02

We check against 2026 rules

Your answers are matched against current UKVI published criteria — the same assessment framework caseworkers use when reviewing applications.

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Step 03

See your risk breakdown

Receive a flagged risk report identifying what could cause a refusal in your specific situation, with clear guidance on what to address before you submit.

How It Works

From question to risk report
in minutes

The free check shows the opening signal. The paid audit shows the full picture.

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Step 01

Select your visa route

Tell us which visa category you're applying for — Spouse/Partner, ILR, Citizenship, Skilled Worker, Student, or Visitor. Each route has different risk criteria.

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Step 02

Answer structured questions

Work through questions covering financial evidence, relationship documentation, travel history, employment, and prior immigration issues relevant to your route.

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Step 03

Review your risk flags

Receive an instant summary of refusal risk signals identified in your answers, mapped against April 2026 UKVI published criteria and known refusal patterns.

The free check covers the main risk signals. For a full 54-point evidence audit and PDF Fix Plan, see our paid options.

Who It's For

For anyone preparing
a UK visa application

ApexVisa UK is a structured self-service tool. It works for applicants who want to understand their risk position before paying visa fees or instructing a solicitor.

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First-time applicants

New to UK immigration

Understand what UKVI will assess before you gather documents. Identify gaps in your financial or relationship evidence early — not after a refusal.

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Previously refused

Reapplying after refusal

Map the specific reasons your previous application was refused against your current circumstances. Understand what has changed and what still needs addressing.

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Complex situations

Non-standard cases

Unemployed, self-employed, zero-hours contract, cash savings, criminal record, previous overstay — our complex case review covers the specific rules that apply to you.

Pick the right check for
your application

Choose the level of review that matches your case and the evidence risk involved.

Updated for April 2026 Home Office rules. One-off payment. Instant results.

The free check shows the opening signal. The paid audit shows the full picture.

⚠ UK visa fees are often substantial and non-refundable
Review options: £19–£69 →
Basic Risk Scan
£19
One-Time Payment

High-level check for obvious red flags. A fast baseline review before you submit.

Included:
  • Answer 20 questions
  • See the main refusal signals quickly
  • Get an instant summary
Complex Case Review
£69
One-Time Payment

For previous refusals, income gaps, or complicated histories. Includes priority processing and enhanced review depth.

Included:
  • Answer up to 45 questions
  • Best for previous refusals and complex histories
  • Get enhanced review depth and guidance

How ApexVisa UK Compares

Immigration SolicitorApexVisa UK
Cost£150–£500 per consultationFrom £19 one-off
Need appointment?Usually yesNo — instant, 24/7
Immediate structured assessmentNot usually immediateYes — available straight away
No solicitor consultation requiredConsultation usually neededYes — self-serve online
Private and confidentialPrivate appointment settingPrivate digital assessment flow
Personalised refusal risk breakdownVaries by consultation scopeBuilt into the report
Actionable improvement stepsMay require follow-up adviceIncluded in your report

ApexVisa UK is not a law firm. For complex cases or appeals, consult an IAA-registered immigration adviser.

AI-Powered · April 2026 Rules

Free Visa Risk Check

ApexVisa analyses your answers against current UK visa rules to identify technical risk factors before you submit. Updated for April 2026 Immigration Rules. Not legal advice.

UK Visa Refusal & Evidence Guides

Structured compliance intelligence covering the rules, risks, and evidence requirements that determine UK visa outcomes.

Last reviewed: April 2026

Browse by Category

Spouse & Partner Visa Guides

Income thresholds, relationship evidence, refusal risks

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Salary going rates, sponsor requirements, CoS rules

Student Visa Guides

Maintenance funds, CAS requirements, genuine student test

Visitor Visa Guides

Financial evidence, genuine visitor test, ties to home country

Visa Refusal Guides

All refusal scenarios across every route

Financial Requirements Guides

Income rules, bank statements, savings calculations

Next Steps
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Support

Frequently asked questions

No. ApexVisa UK is an automated information tool. It is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or act as your legal representative. Results are for preliminary guidance only.

Our assessment criteria are structured around published UK Immigration Rules, Home Office policy guidance, and UKVI published guidance documents, updated to April 2026. Always verify current requirements on GOV.UK.

No. ApexVisa UK provides an informational risk analysis based on your answers. No digital tool can guarantee a visa outcome. Our reports are designed to help you identify and address risk factors before submission.

After completing your payment through our secure Stripe checkout, you will immediately access your full risk report or PDF Fix Plan depending on the tier selected. No waiting. No appointment needed.

We take data privacy seriously. Please review our Privacy Policy for full details on how your data is handled, stored, and protected. We do not sell your data to third parties.

Yes. Our Complex Case Review (£69) is specifically designed for applicants with previous refusals, immigration history issues, criminal records, self-employment income, or other non-standard circumstances.

No. ApexVisa UK is a pre-application risk assessment tool only. It does not file, submit, or interact with UKVI or the Home Office in any way.

No. ApexVisa UK is an independent commercial tool. It is not affiliated with the UK Government, the Home Office, UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), or any government body.

About & Legal Disclaimer

About ApexVisa UK

What ApexVisa UK is, how the risk audit works, and important legal disclaimers you should read before using this tool.

What ApexVisa UK Is

ApexVisa UK is a structured risk assessment tool for UK visa applicants. It provides a questionnaire-based audit that generates a risk score and flagged areas based on your answers. The tool covers the Spouse/Partner, Skilled Worker, Visitor, Student, ILR, and citizenship visa routes.

ApexVisa UK is not affiliated with the UK Government, the Home Office, UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), or any government body. It is an independent commercial tool.

What ApexVisa UK Is Not

Not a law firm
Not a regulated immigration adviser (not IAA-registered)
Not a solicitor or legal representative
Not affiliated with the UK Government or Home Office
Not a source of legal advice
Not a guarantee of visa approval

Legal Disclaimer

The information provided by ApexVisa UK — including all risk scores, flagged items, report content, and website content — is for general informational purposes only. Nothing on this website or in any ApexVisa UK report constitutes legal advice, immigration advice, or a guarantee of any immigration outcome.

UK immigration law is complex and changes frequently. We strongly recommend consulting a regulated immigration adviser (IAA-registered) or an immigration solicitor before submitting any UK visa application.

Methodology and Information Sources

The ApexVisa UK risk audit is based on publicly available UK immigration rules, Home Office policy guidance, and published UKVI guidance documents. Our assessment criteria are structured around known refusal patterns and published eligibility requirements for each visa route.

Finding Regulated Immigration Help

To find a regulated immigration adviser or immigration solicitor, visit the official IAA register at gov.uk/find-an-immigration-adviser. Only use advisers who are IAA-registered or solicitors regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).

Contact

For enquiries about ApexVisa UK, contact us at: support@apexvisa.co.uk

Regulatory Disclaimer

ApexVisa UK provides informational risk analysis based on published UK Immigration Rules. We do not provide immigration advice within the meaning of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999. For regulated immigration advice, consult an adviser registered with the Immigration Advice Authority (IAA).