The process of moving in the United Kingdom can seem very overwhelming with so many different options on how to go about relocating. This blog article is meant to break down this process into manageable pieces and each section has a step listed that you can pursue while other parts of the process are happening. If you're looking for ways to get your family to live in the UK, this article might be a good starting point!
Who is eligible for a UK Family Visa?
If you are not from the European Economic Area and want to live and work in the UK for an extended time, you will have to apply for a visa. There are different types of visas, and family visas are needed for people planning on joining their family in the U.K. for a period longer than 6 months. You can apply for a visa to live with your spouse, fiancee, partner, child, parent or relative outside of the UK. To immigrate to the UK, you need a Family Visa and a partner who will provide long-term care for you.
Different types of UK Family Visa
- Spouse Visa - The UK Spouse Visa can be issued to someone with a spouse or partner in the UK or to those who are married to British citizens. Your relationship must either be a marriage, durable partnership, or civil partnership.
- Parent Visa - The UK parent visa can be obtained if a family member is a citizen of Britain or someone who has spent 7 continuous years in Britain. You have to have their children under 18 or have been at that age when you applied.
- Child Visa - The UK Child Visa is issued to dependent children living in the UK who are making a joint application for a visa with their parent.
- UK Visa- Long-run care for an adult -The Visa for adults in need of care by a relative is issued when someone meets one of the following criteria: they are at least 18 years old, they have a disability or medical condition, or they are past the age of retirement.
- Family visa on the basis of your private life -If your personal circumstances are unfavourable and you have lived in the UK for a long time, the Family visa is available to stay there permanently.
- Settle in the UK if Your Partner Dies -Dependents of a deceased partner visa are issued for spouses or partners of British citizens or lawful immigrants who wish to remain in the UK permanently.
- The UK visa as a separated or divorced dependent partner -Separated dependent partner visas are issued for the purpose of permanency. They are only available to applicants who have had a spouse or partner who was sponsoring them until their relationship broke down and they can show that they were financially supported by this sponsor, or their public funds.
What is the validity of a UK Family Visa?
Apply for extension of visa after staying on a UK spouse visa for 2 years and 9 months, or 6 months if you're applying as a fiancé, fiancée or proposed civil partner.
How long would it take to get a family visa in the UK?
If you apply for a family visa, you will get an answer within 24 weeks. Once you show up to your appointment, and qualify to reside in the UK as the spouse or partner of a British citizen, you will be granted one live in person session with a British Entry Clearance Officer.
How much will I have to pay for UK Family Visa?
Spouse and partner visas are currently £1,523 for most people who apply outside the UK. This falls under the Family Visa Category and is good for more than 6 months of living with a family member.
What are the most common reasons for a UK spouse visa to be refused?
The newest COVID-19 virus has created new immigration problems for the UK. If you have permanent residency in the UK and want to move or partner here, you may face challenges in getting the proper visa.
The visa process for immigrants is often in a bottleneck, it can be difficult to make progress. Delay in any of the requirements will mean your process is delayed indefinitely. The following can cause problems –– it’s best to take care and seek legal advice.
UK Spouse visa applications are commonly refused for the following reasons:
- The Least financial requirements (i.e income of £18,600 per year or saving £62,500) are not met.
- It’s not convincing for the UK Immigration officials believe that your marriage is genuine or subsisting.
- Documentation is not correct
- The information in the forms have not been filled properly.
- The minimum requirement for English language is not met.
Why is there a delay in the UK Visa process in 2022 ?
A report by the UK in India on May 17, 2022 states that visa processing times are longer due to the Ukrainian humanitarian crisis. They receive more applications for study, work, and family visas because of this Ukrainian crisis.
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