This visa is for applicants living outside of the EU and EEA countries that have a family settled in UK.
• must be over 18 years unless applying as a child
• must prove that it is a genuine relationship
• must prove that the applicant will live with the family member/ partner in the UK
• must provide proof of residence
• must have IELTS ( unless applying as an adult dependent relative)
• must provide documents proving financial stability
• must apply online with all supporting documents
• have biometric information taken at a visa application center
• pay fees and health surcharge
Applicants | Visa fees | Visa validity |
---|---|---|
Joining partner/ parent | 956 GBP | 33 months |
Parent to look after child | 956 GBP | 30 months |
Adult Dependent | 2141 GBP | without time limit |
This visa can be applied for by a Commonwealth citizen who can prove that one of the grandparent was born in the UK. The visa stamping is for a 5 year period and can be extended for another 5 years.
• must be over 17 years
• must intend to work in the UK
• must have financial stability to support self and dependents
• must have full birth certificate & marriage certificate
• must have full birth certificate and marriage certificates of the parent/ grandparent the ancestry claim is based on
• must also have documents like the passport, color photographs and medical certificate
• must apply online with all supporting documents
• have biometric information taken at a visa application center
• pay fees and health surcharge
UK Ancestry visa fee is 324 GBP