12/06/2026
Accountant's Certificate of Confirmation (Appendix FM-SE) for UK Partner Visa Applications
What Is an Accountant's Certificate of Confirmation?
An Accountant's Certificate of Confirmation is a document issued by a qualified accountant confirming that they have prepared, reviewed, or approved a set of business accounts. This document is often required as part of the financial evidence submitted for UK family visa applications where an applicant relies on self-employment income or income from a specified limited company.
The certificate helps demonstrate that the financial information provided to the Home Office has been prepared and verified by an appropriately qualified accountant.
Accountant's Certificate of Confirmation and Appendix FM-SE
Appendix FM-SE of the Immigration Rules sets out the documentary evidence requirements for applicants seeking to meet the financial requirement for UK family visa applications.
Where income from self-employment, a partnership, a franchise business, or a specified limited company is being relied upon, an Accountant's Certificate of Confirmation may form part of the evidence required under Appendix FM-SE.
Providing the correct documents is essential. Applications can be delayed or refused where the required evidence is missing or does not comply with Appendix FM-SE.
When Is an Accountant's Certificate Required?
An Accountant's Certificate of Confirmation may be required where the applicant or sponsor relies on:
Self-employment income as a sole trader
Partnership income
Franchise business income
Income from a specified limited company
Director remuneration and dividend income from a specified limited company
Certain settlement applications where business income is used to meet the financial requirement
The exact requirements depend on the source of income and the category under which the financial requirement is being assessed.
Who Can Issue an Accountant's Certificate?
The certificate should be issued by a suitably qualified accountant who belongs to a recognised professional accounting body.
These may include:
Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)
Institute of Financial Accountants (IFA)
Applicants should ensure that the accountant providing the certificate is appropriately qualified and authorised to do so.
What Information Should Be Included?
An Accountant's Certificate of Confirmation will typically include:
Accountant's name and firm details
Professional membership details
Confirmation that the accounts have been prepared, reviewed, or approved
Relevant accounting period
Confirmation that the accounts accurately reflect the business records provided
Signature and date
Income Categories That Usually Do Not Require an Accountant's Certificate
Applicants relying solely on the following sources of income will generally not require an Accountant's Certificate of Confirmation:
Employment Income (Categories A and B)
Salaried employment
Non-salaried employment
Non-Employment Income (Category C)
Rental income
Investment income
Interest from savings
Maintenance payments
Certain government allowances
Cash Savings (Category D)
Applicants relying solely on cash savings to meet the financial requirement.
Pension Income (Category E)
Applicants relying on qualifying pension income.
How Loyalty Chartered Accountants Can Help
At Loyalty Chartered Accountants, we regularly assist clients who require an Accountant's Certificate of Confirmation for UK immigration applications.
We are ICAEW-qualified Chartered Accountants with experience supporting clients who rely on:
Sole trader income
Self-employment income
Partnership income
Specified limited company income
Director remuneration and dividends
Franchise business income
We understand the documentary requirements under Appendix FM-SE and can help ensure the required financial evidence is prepared correctly and professionally.
Fast Turnaround Available
We understand that visa applications are often time-sensitive.
For eligible cases, we can often provide an Accountant's Certificate of Confirmation within one working day, subject to receiving all required information and supporting documentation.
Our aim is to provide a fast, professional, and reliable service to help applicants meet important immigration deadlines.
Why Choose Loyalty Chartered Accountants?
✓ ICAEW-qualified Chartered Accountants
✓ Experienced with Appendix FM-SE financial evidence requirements
✓ Fast and responsive service
✓ Clear and practical guidance
✓ Competitive fixed-fee pricing
✓ One-working-day turnaround available for urgent cases
✓ Professional support throughout the process
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the certificate need to be an original document?
No. In most cases, a digital copy is acceptable, provided it clearly shows the accountant's details, professional qualifications, and signature.
How much does an Accountant's Certificate of Confirmation cost?
The cost varies depending on the complexity of the business accounts and the information that needs to be reviewed. Please send us a Whatsapp Message for a quick quotation.
Can any accountant provide this certificate?
No. The certificate should be issued by an appropriately qualified accountant who belongs to a recognised professional accounting body.
What happens if the certificate is not provided?
Where an Accountant's Certificate of Confirmation is required under Appendix FM-SE and is not provided, the Home Office may request further evidence, delay the application, or refuse the application for failing to provide the specified documents.
Contact Loyalty Chartered Accountants
If you require an Accountant's Certificate of Confirmation for a UK Partner Visa, Spouse Visa, Parent Visa, Unmarried Partner Visa, Fiancé Visa, or Indefinite Leave to Remain application, our team is ready to assist.
Contact Loyalty Chartered Accountants today to discuss your circumstances and obtain a quotation. For urgent cases, we may be able to provide a one-working-day turnaround service.
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