Family immigration

Family & Individual Visas

Spouse, partner, fiancé(e), parent and dependant applications — from first entry clearance through extensions to settlement and British citizenship.

Spouse and partner visas

Requirements: Proof of a genuine relationship, the minimum income threshold of £29,000 (or £18,600 plus additional amounts for dependent children if extending on the 5-year family route), and A1, A2 or B1 English depending on whether it is an initial, extension or settlement application.
Processing: Typically 6–12 weeks for applications made outside the UK, depending on standard or priority service.
Documents: Marriage or civil partnership certificate, evidence of meeting the financial requirement, evidence of a genuine and subsisting relationship, and English language results.

Who it's for: Children under 18 of UK visa holders, British citizens or people with ILR — and adults needing long-term care from a family member in the UK.
Processing: From 12 weeks to several months; adult dependant cases are particularly complex.
Documents: Birth certificates, proof of relationship, financial documents and, for adult dependants, medical evidence.

Requirements: Commonwealth citizenship, proof of UK ancestry, an intention to work in the UK, and the ability to support yourself without public funds.
Processing: Usually around 3 weeks for applications made outside the UK.

Requirements and processing times change regularly. This overview is general information — book a consultation for advice on your own circumstances.

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Visas for founders, senior staff, specialists and business visitors — plus sponsor licence applications for UK employers.

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EU Settlement Scheme applications, family permits and residence documents for EU, EEA and Swiss citizens and their families.

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