Individuals holding a T2 Minister of Religion Dependant visa may apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) up to 28 days before completing five years of residence in the UK under this category. The ILR application is submitted online using the SET (O) form and must meet the eligibility criteria outlined in Appendix T2 Minister of Religion of the Immigration Rules. Applicants can expedite their ILR processing through the Priority or Super Priority Service for a faster decision.

To qualify for ILR as a T2 Minister of Religion dependant, the principal visa holder must either be applying for ILR simultaneously or must have already obtained ILR under the T2 Minister of Religion route. Dependants, including partners and children, must complete their application online via the UK government’s official platform, using the designated form, “Settle in the UK in various immigration categories: form SET(O).”

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Our dedicated team of immigration specialists offers expert legal assistance on a fixed-fee basis for ILR applications under the T2 Minister of Religion Dependant category. Whether you need professional guidance or full legal representation, we are here to ensure a seamless application process. You can request free initial immigration advice online or schedule a consultation with one of our dependant visa solicitors for tailored legal support regarding your ILR application.

Eligibility Criteria for ILR as a T2 Minister of Religion Dependant

Dependants of a T2 Minister of Religion migrant must fulfill specific eligibility criteria to qualify for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK. The key requirements are outlined below:

• Submission of a Valid Application

The applicant must submit a valid ILR application from within the UK as a T2 Minister of Religion dependant.

• Immigration Status of the Sponsor

The applicant must be the spouse, partner, or child of a T2 Minister of Religion migrant who:

• Has submitted a valid ILR application under the T2 Minister of Religion route, which remains pending; or
• Has obtained ILR or British citizenship, provided that the sponsor previously held permission under the T2 Minister of Religion route when applying for ILR. Additionally, the applicant must have had valid permission as the sponsor’s partner or child at that time or, if applying as a child, must have been born in the UK before the sponsor was granted ILR.

• Qualifying Period

The applicant must have continuously resided in the UK for a minimum of five years with valid permission as a dependant of a T2 Minister of Religion migrant.

• Continuous Residence Requirement

The applicant must meet the continuous residence requirements outlined in Appendix Continuous Residence for the qualifying period.

• Suitability Criteria

The applicant must not be subject to refusal under Part 9 of the Immigration Rules, which outlines grounds for refusal.

• Relationship Requirement

The applicant must satisfy the relationship requirements as specified in Appendix T2 Minister of Religion of the Immigration Rules.

• Age and Care Requirements for Dependant Children

• If applying as a dependant child, the applicant must be under 18 at the time of application unless they were previously granted permission as a dependant child of their parent(s).
• Suitable arrangements must be in place for the child’s care and accommodation in the UK, adhering to relevant UK laws and regulations.

• English Language Requirement

Unless exempt, the applicant must demonstrate English language proficiency at a minimum B1 level in speaking and listening, as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This requirement must be met in accordance with Appendix English Language.

• Knowledge of Life in the UK

Applicants aged 18 or above must meet the Knowledge of Life in the UK (KOL) requirement, as set out in Appendix KOL UK.

• Immigration Law Compliance

The applicant must not be:

• In breach of UK immigration laws, unless paragraph 39E applies, which allows for certain periods of overstaying to be disregarded.
• On immigration bail.

Eligibility Criteria for Dependents of a T2 Minister of Religion

To qualify for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) as a dependent of a T2 Minister of Religion, the applicant must be either the partner or child of the sponsoring T2 Minister of Religion, subject to the following conditions:

• Status of the Sponsoring T2 Minister of Religion

The sponsoring T2 Minister of Religion must either:

• Be simultaneously applying for ILR under the T2 Minister of Religion category, or
• Already hold ILR or British citizenship, provided that at the time of their ILR application, they had valid leave to enter or remain under the T2 Minister of Religion route.

Additionally, the applicant must satisfy one of these conditions:

• They had leave to enter or remain as the dependent partner or child of the T2 Minister of Religion at the time the sponsor applied for ILR, or
• They are applying as a child and were born in the UK before the T2 Minister of Religion obtained ILR.

• Immigration History of the Applicant

To qualify, the applicant must either:

• Have last been granted leave as the dependent partner or child of the sponsoring T2 Minister of Religion, or
• Have been born in the UK and be applying as a child of the T2 Minister of Religion.

• Relationship Requirements for ILR Application

• For Partners: The applicant and the sponsoring T2 Minister of Religion must meet the relationship criteria outlined in Appendix T2 Minister of Religion of the Immigration Rules. This requirement must have been consistently met for the five years leading up to the ILR application date.
• For Children: The child’s other parent (who is not the sponsoring T2 Minister of Religion) must either be applying for ILR at the same time, already hold ILR, or be a British citizen. Exceptions apply if:
  • The sponsoring T2 Minister of Religion is the sole surviving parent, or
  • The sponsoring T2 Minister of Religion has sole responsibility for the child’s upbringing, or
  • The decision-maker determines there are serious and compelling reasons to grant ILR to the child as a dependent.

Age and Care Requirements for a Child

To qualify as a dependent child, the applicant must be under 18 years old at the time of application, unless they were previously granted permission as a dependent child of their parent(s). If the child is 16 years or older at the time of application, they must not be living an independent life.

For applicants under 18, appropriate care and accommodation arrangements must be in place in the UK, ensuring full compliance with relevant UK laws and regulations.

Qualifying Period Requirement

The applicant must have lawfully resided in the UK for a continuous period of five years with leave to enter or remain as a dependent partner of a T2 Minister of Religion.

Continuous Residence Requirement

The applicant must fulfill the continuous residence criteria as outlined in Appendix Continuous Residence throughout the qualifying period.

English Language Proficiency Requirement

Unless exempt, the applicant must demonstrate proficiency in spoken and written English at a minimum of level B1 under the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The applicant must satisfy the English language requirements as defined in Appendix English Language.

Knowledge of Life in the UK Requirement

Applicants aged 18 or above at the time of application must fulfill the Knowledge of Life in the UK requirement, as specified in Appendix KOL UK.

Expedited ILR Processing for T2 Minister of Religion Dependents

Aden & Co Solicitors specializes in providing fast-track visa services to accelerate the processing of your Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) application as a T2 Minister of Religion Dependent. Through the Priority or Super Priority Service, you can receive a decision significantly faster, avoiding the prolonged waiting periods that can extend for months or even years.

Our experienced immigration solicitors ensure the swift preparation and submission of your application under these premium processing options, securing an expedited outcome for your case.

As recognized immigration specialists in London, Aden & Co Solicitors is officially registered with the Home Office, UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI), and its commercial partner, UKVCAS Sopra Steria. This enables us to facilitate Priority and Super Priority processing, ensuring that your application receives an accelerated review by UKVI. Applications submitted under the Priority Service are typically processed within five working days, while those under the Super Priority Service receive a decision within 24 hours—usually by the end of the next business day.

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Fixed Fees for Dependant Visa Applications – Aden & Co Solicitors

At Aden & Co Solicitors, we offer transparent and competitive fixed fees for dependant visa applications. Below is a detailed breakdown of our pricing structure:

Additional Considerations

• Case Complexity & Workload: The final fixed fee will be determined based on the complexity of your case and the volume of legal work involved.
• Home Office Fees: In addition to our fixed legal fees, applicants must also cover the mandatory UKVI application fees set by the Home Office.