United Kingdom · Family Visas

Child family visa

For dependent children under 18 joining a British or settled parent in the UK.

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

Minor children of British citizens or settled immigrants.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • Under 18 at application date
  • Parent must be British, settled, or applying together
  • Adequate maintenance and accommodation without public funds
Process

How the process works

  1. Apply online with parental sponsorship
  2. Granted in line with parent's leave or settled status
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Birth certificate, proof of sole responsibility or other parent's consent, financial proof
Good to know

What to keep in mind

If one parent lives overseas, sole responsibility or exceptional compassionate grounds must be proven.

Official source: GOV.UK — Family visas: child. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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