Adult Dependent Relative Visa UK

What is a Adult Dependent Relative Visa?

As the parent, grandparent, sibling or adult child of a British Citizen or a person with settled status in the UK, you can apply for permission to reside in the UK on an Adult Dependent Visa in exceptional circumstances.

These circumstances may apply when you are in need of long-term personal care which your UK relative can provide, but you cannot obtain from your home country. If this proves to be the case, you may be eligible to apply for an Adult Dependent Visa UK.

This visa allows you to join your family in the UK for an unlimited period, as long as the relative is a British Citizen or has settled status in the UK. You can also use this visa if your relative has refugee status or humanitarian protection in the UK. In this case, you will need to apply to settle in the UK when your relative does.

Who can apply for an Adult Dependent Relative Visa?

To qualify for Adult dependent visa, the applicant must be one of the following in terms of relationship with the UK-based sponsor:

• Parent aged 18 years or over.
• Grandparent.
• A brother or sister aged 18 years or over.
• A son or daughter aged 18 years or over.

Also, your sponsor, who must be aged at least 18 years, must meet at least one of the following criteria:

• British citizen in the UK.
• Present and settled in the UK.
• In the UK with refugee leave or humanitarian protection status.
• In the UK with limited leave under Appendix EU.
• From the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and have pre-settled status – they must have started living in the UK before January 2021

What are the Adult Dependent Relative Visa Requirements?

There are several requirements that an applicant must meet when applying for a UK Adult Dependent Relative Visa. To be considered for a visa applicants must:

• Be located outside of the UK.
• Provide evidence their accommodation, general living expenses and care will be financed by themselves or their sponsor without any reliance on public funds.
• The applicant must require long-term personal care to perform everyday tasks due to their age, illness or disability.
• The applicant must be unable to obtain the required level of care in the country where they are currently living either because it is no longer affordable or there is no one to reasonably provide it.

If you are unsure if you or your relative meet the requirements for a Adult Dependent Visa then reach out to an immigration expert to help assess you case and ensure you are applying for the most suitable UK Family Visa.

How to Apply for the Adult Dependent Relative Visa?

All applications for the Adult Dependent Relative Visa must be made from outside the UK and using Appendix 1 (Form VAF4A). As well as the completed application form, a range of supporting paperwork must be supplied to demonstrate how the applicant meets the visa’s requirements.

The requested documents may include:

• Proof that the relative will be adequately provided for in the UK by the sponsor. This can be in the form of a care plan or bank statements showing proof of supporting funds.
• The applicant’s sponsor must provide a signed undertaking showing that they will be responsible for the applicant’s maintenance, accommodation and care for five years without the need to access public funds.
• Proof that the applicant is unable to get the required level of care in his or her home country, even with practical and financial support from the sponsor in the UK. This can be in the form of a doctor’s letter or a document from the a central or local health authority but must explain why care can not be provided in the applicant’s home country.
• Evidence of family relationship between the applicant and the UK sponsor, such as a birth certificate or adoption certificate.
• Documents showing the applicant requires long-term personal care due to age, illness or disability. This is usually provided by the applicant’s doctor or health professional.
• Tuberculosis test results if coming from a country where it is mandatory to take the test.
• Copies of previous travel documents
• Evidence of financial income
• Proof of current English language skills
• Details of any criminal convictions

All documents must be in English or Welsh or submitted as a certified translated copy. Further paperwork may be requested by the Home Office during the application process and it is important to response to any request for further information as soon as possible to avoid any potential delays to your application.

Adult Dependent Relative Visa Fee

The application fee for an Adult Dependent Relative visa is £3,413 for those who are applying from outside the UK.

Applicants may also require to pay £1035 per year for Immigration healthcare surcharge in UK.

Adult Dependent Relative Visa Processing Time

Adult dependent relative visa applications taking around 12 weeks to be processed by the UK immigration services. This time-frame can increase if further details are needed or the application is not submitted with all of the correct information.

Refused a Adult Dependent Visa

To have your Adult Dependent Visa refused is not a positive outcome, and can result in a delay in coming to the UK, and extra cost as you have to submit a new visa application.

There is a high refusal rate for this visa category, so it is important to know the common reasons for refusal so that you may avoid them.

Reasons why an Adult Dependent Visa might be refused

• Failure to provide evidence of the relationship between the UK-based sponsor and the visa applicant
• Lack of proof showing that the individual requires long-term personal care due to age, illness or disability
• The Home Office is not convinced that a similar standard of care could not be found in the applicant’s home country
• Proof of sufficient financial, accommodation, and care maintenance for at least five years was not provided as part of the application

A refusal can be devastating, as well as time-consuming and expensive, so it is important to ensure that your initial application is as strong as possible.

If you do experience a refusal, you may be able challenge the decision through the means of administrative review or by appealing to the First-Tier Tribunal.

It is advisable to discuss your options with an experienced immigration lawyer who can advise you on the best course of action based on your circumstances.

Help Applying for a Adult Dependent Relative Visa

The Adult Dependent Visa UK is very difficult to obtain. The application requires a large amount of evidence that the applicant has no access to adequate care in their country of origin. At IAS, we understand the importance of being close to family and we want to help you get the care you need and deserve.

One of our dedicated immigration lawyers will meet with you to determine your eligibility for an Adult Dependent Visa. We will also perform a thorough check to make sure all your documents are sufficient for your application and liaise with the Home Office.

As well as this, your lawyer will write a Letter of Representation to accompany your application. This letter acts in support of your case and makes reference to any current immigration laws or cases which support yours. Get in touch with IAS today on +44 (0)333 414 9244 or make an enquiry online to see if you are eligible for an Adult Dependent Visa UK.

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