Dependant routes for work visa holders
How partners and children of Skilled Worker, Global Talent, and other sponsored work visa holders join the main applicant in the UK.
Who this pathway suits
Families of sponsored professionals relocating to the UK.
Eligibility at a glance
- Spouse/civil partner or child under 18 of a valid work visa holder
- Demonstrate required maintenance funds (£285 partner, £315 first child, £200 per extra child)
How the process works
- Apply online using main applicant's UAN or application reference
- Granted leave matching main applicant's expiry date
Documents you will typically need
- Marriage certificate, birth certificates, maintenance bank statements, main applicant's visa
What to keep in mind
Work visa dependants enjoy unrestricted employment rights in the UK.
Official source: GOV.UK — Skilled Worker dependants. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.
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