As a Child – Family Visa
Who can apply for a Family Visa as a Child?
You can apply for a family visa to join your parent in the UK. If at least one of your parents gets settlement status in the UK, then you as their child may be eligible to settle in the UK with them.
If you were born in the UK
You will get the same permission to stay in the UK as your parent.
If you are under 18
You can either:
- be added to your parent’s next application as a dependant
- apply separately
If you are over 18
You can only be included in your parent’s application as a dependent if you:
- got permission to come to or stay in the UK on a family visa when you were under 18
- do not live an independent life
- are applying from inside the UK
If you were born outside the UK
It depends on your age and your parent’s immigration status.
If you are under 18
- you must not be married, in a civil partnership or living an independent life
- you must be able to financially support yourself without getting public funds
- one of your parents must also be applying or have applied for a visa or to extend their permission to stay as a
- partner – and the partner they are joining is your other parent
- parent – and they have sole parental responsibility for you (see As a Parent)
Living an independent life means you have either left home, got married, or had your own children.
If you are over 18
You can only apply when you are over 18 if you:
- had permission to stay in the UK (‘leave to remain’) on a family visa when you were under 18
- do not live an independent life
How we can help
Our qualified and experienced immigration lawyers have processed numerous successful family visas. We understand how stressful and confusing the visa application process can be and how important it is to be with your family. From the first meeting, we will assist you with each stage of application and ensure that everything is done to maximize the chance of your application being successful.
To give your case the best chance of success, get in touch
To give your visa the best chance of success, and to reduce your stress, please contact our immigration experts.
If you wish to speak directly with one of our immigration specialists to get advice about business and personal immigration, or education in the UK and other visa issues, then please contact our Glasgow Head Office on Phone T: +44 (0)141 212 3355 or request a call back by completing the Online Form. You can also email us at enquiries@lattainternational.com. More information can be found from Contact Us.
*Disclaimer: The above information is for general reference only. Specialist legal advice should be sought.
Latest update: July 2021
