UK Adult Dependent Relative Visa
"Assistance for Adult Dependent Relative Visa"
The Adult Dependent Relative visa is designed for individuals who, due to age, illness, or disability, require long-term personal care that is unavailable or unaffordable in their home country. To qualify, applicants must be a parent, grandparent, sibling, or child of a UK resident who is over 18 and either a British citizen, settled in the UK, or has limited leave to remain. The challenging criteria include proving the need for care, financial inability to obtain it in the home country, and assurance of adequate maintenance by the UK-based family member. Immigration barristers offer support in obtaining medical and country background reports, property inspections, and assistance with fresh applications or appeals if necessary. The visa grants settlement if the sponsor is settled or a British citizen; otherwise, temporary permission aligns with the sponsor’s status.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be a parent, grandparent, sibling, or child of a UK resident over 18.
- Sponsor must be a British citizen, settled in the UK, or have limited leave to remain.
- Applicant must require long-term personal care due to age, illness, or disability.
- Care must be unavailable or unaffordable in the applicant’s home country.
- Sponsor must demonstrate the ability to maintain, accommodate, and care for the relative without public funds.
- Grant of settlement for applicants with sponsors who are settled or British citizens; otherwise, temporary permission aligns with the sponsor’s status.
- A TB test pass certificate may be required.
- The Adult Dependent Relative visa route is available only for applicants outside the UK.
Benefits
- Allows eligible family members (parents, grandparents, siblings, or children) to join their relatives in the UK.
- Provides an opportunity for elderly or dependent relatives to receive long-term personal care in the UK due to age, illness, or disability.
- Sponsors must demonstrate financial capability, ensuring the relative’s maintenance, accommodation, and care without reliance on public funds.
- If the sponsor is a British citizen or settled, the visa can lead to settlement, offering permanent residence in the UK.
Knowledge of English
- The Adult Dependent Relative visa application does not typically have a specific English language requirement for the dependent relative.
Duration of Stay
- If the sponsor is a British citizen or settled in the UK, the Adult Dependent Relative may be granted settlement. Settlement allows the individual to stay in the UK on a permanent basis.
- Temporary Permission: In cases where the sponsor has limited leave to remain, the Adult Dependent Relative is typically granted temporary permission. This permission usually expires on the same date as the sponsor’s temporary permission.
Route to the Settlement
- If the sponsoring family member is a British citizen or settled, the Adult Dependent Relative may be granted settlement, allowing permanent residence in the UK.
- If the sponsoring family member has limited leave to remain, the Adult Dependent Relative is usually granted temporary permission, which aligns with the sponsor’s status.
- Depending on the circumstances, the Adult Dependent Relative may need to apply for an extension or settlement before the expiration of their temporary permission.
- Ensure continued eligibility, meeting any ongoing requirements for settlement.
- Successful settlement leads to permanent residence in the UK.
Processing Time
- The processing time based on the provided information and supporting documents.
How does Nexus Law firm cater to your legal needs?
Nexus Law Firm provides essential support for obtaining the Adult Dependent Relative visa. Their experienced immigration barristers offer expert legal advice, guiding applicants through eligibility criteria and documentation requirements. The firm assists in preparing a robust application, facilitates the acquisition of necessary medical and country background reports, and arranges property inspections to meet immigration rules. In case of a visa refusal, Nexus Law Firm offers strategic counsel for appealing decisions, aiming to secure a successful outcome for clients pursuing settlement in the UK with their adult dependent relatives.
FAQ's
01. Who is eligible for the Adult Dependent Relative visa?
The visa is for parents, grandparents, siblings, or children aged 18 or over of a British citizen, settled person, or someone with limited leave to remain in the UK.
02. What does "settled" mean in this context?
“Settled” refers to a person who has indefinite leave to remain or permanent residence in the UK.
03. Is there an English language requirement for the Adult Dependent Relative visa?
There is no specific English language requirement for this visa category.
04. Can an Adult Dependent Relative switch to this visa from within the UK?
No, this visa route is only available for applicants applying from outside the UK.
05. How long does the Adult Dependent Relative visa processing usually take?
Processing times can vary, but applicants should check the latest information on the UK government website or consult with immigration professionals for current estimates.
06. What is the financial requirement for sponsors?
Sponsors must demonstrate the ability to adequately maintain, accommodate, and care for the relative without relying on public funds.
07. Can I appeal if my Adult Dependent Relative visa is refused?
Yes, Nexus Law Firm can assist in appealing decisions by providing legal advice and representation.
08. Is there an age limit for dependent relatives applying for this visa?
No, but applicants must be aged 18 or over.
09. Can Nexus Law Firm assist with obtaining medical reports for the application?
Yes, the firm can help identify qualified medical professionals and instruct them on the necessary aspects for the report.
10. What happens if my sponsor has limited leave to remain?
The Adult Dependent Relative may be granted temporary permission, aligning with the sponsor’s status; settlement is typically granted if the sponsor is settled or a British citizen.
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