A dependent visa allows family members (a partner or children) to enter and remain in the UK as the dependents of the primary visa holder or sponsor.
Dependent visas in the UK are typically associated with specific visa categories, such as spouse visas, civil partner visas, student visas, work visas and so on.
The immigration rules and visa requirements can change over time. Therefore, it is advisable to consult an immigration lawyer for the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding dependent visas in the UK.
Call our experienced immigration lawyer on 0161 989 9370 or fill in the enquiry form to take the first step towards your successful UK Dependent visa application.
UK Dependent visa allows close family members (spouse, partner, parent, or child) of a person who is already settled or has a valid visa in the UK to join them.
The main applicant or sponsor must meet specific financial and accommodation requirements to demonstrate that they can support their dependent family members in the UK.
The requirements for a UK Dependent visa can vary depending on the specific category under which the visa is being applied for. However, we will provide a general overview of the requirements for some common dependent visa categories in the UK.
As a dependent:
You must also meet all the other eligibility requirements depending on type of application and your personal circumstances. Please contact us for an initial assessment to determine your eligibility, and to discuss the options.
To apply for a dependent visa in the UK, an applicant must provide several supporting documents, including:
This is a general list of documents. Depending on type of application and your personal circumstances, you might also need to provide additional documents.
Please contact us for an initial assessment to determine your eligibility, and find out the required list of documents in support of your application.
In May 2023, the UK government announced new rules for Student dependent visas in which many foreign students will lose the right to bring family to the UK.
From January 2024, international students cannot bring their partners and children ('dependants') to the UK unless they are in postgraduate programmes with a research focus.
International students in postgraduate courses that are not designated as research-oriented will not be permitted to bring dependants.
The standard UK family or dependent visa processing time is currently 24 weeks (on average) if you are making the application from outside the UK and 8 weeks (on average) if you are applying from inside the UK.
When you apply, you might be eligible to choose the 'super priority service' or 'priority service' to get your visa faster depending on the type of application and what country you are in.
Applicants are advised to check the latest information about UK visa application processing time on the official UK government website either applying from inside the UK or outside the UK.
As part of our immigration services for your immigration application, our expert immigration lawyer will:
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To qualify for a dependent visa, you must be a close family member or dependent of an individual who is already settled or has a valid visa in the UK.
The family members include your husband, wife, civil partner, unmarried/same-sex partner or your child under 18 years old (including if they were born in the UK during your stay).
No, you generally cannot bring your brother or sister to the UK on a dependent visa. The UK's immigration rules for dependent visas primarily focus on immediate family members, such as spouses, civil partners, and children.
Yes, as a dependent you can study and work full-time in the UK without any restrictions. However, you will not be able to take employment as a doctor or dentist in training.
Call us on 0161 989 9370 or fill in the enquiry form to get legal advice or help with your UK visa application. Our UK immigration lawyer is ready to assist you.
At Rex Law Chambers, we specialise in a wide range of UK visas and nationality applications and our principal immigration lawyer has a wealth of experience and expert knowledge to deal with all types of UK visas and immigration applications. He has successfully handled many complex and high-profile cases and also represented clients in their immigration matters.
Our immigration lawyer can provide one-off FREE general legal advice online via live chat or through the enquiry form. The FREE advice does not cover the advice in relation to complex legal issues or advice about documents to be submitted in support of the application.
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