Family Visa Applications
If you meet the relevant requirements of the Immigration Rules, you can apply for a family visa in the UK to join or stay with your family member in the UK. Family visas include the spouse visa, unmarried partner visa, civil partner visa, same-sex partner visa, parent of a child visa, child visa, and Adult Dependent Relative (ADR) visa. These applications are typically made in accordance with Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules. You can apply for a family visa from outside the UK through Priority Service or from inside the UK through Super Priority Service for a quicker decision.
Free Immigration Advice for Family Visa UK
Our specialist team at Aden & Co Solicitors offers one-off free online immigration advice regarding your family visa application. You can ask a question online for free immigration advice or book an appointment for detailed consultation with one of our immigration solicitors.
Specialist Family Visa Solicitors UK
Need help with a UK family visa? Our expert team at Aden & Co Solicitors can provide professional immigration advice and legal representation on a fixed-fee basis. We support all stages of the family visa application process, including entry clearance, switching to a family visa, extension/renewal, ILR as a family member, and British Citizenship as a family member.
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Family Visa Applications
As specialist family visa solicitors, we offer expert advice and representation for various family visa applications, including:
Priority / Super Priority Service for Family Visa UK
For family visa entry clearance applications from outside the UK, our solicitors can submit your application through Priority Service, ensuring a decision within 30 working days. For in-country applications, we can use the Super Priority Service to get a decision within 24 hours. We are registered with the Home Office and UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) to provide these expedited services, ensuring you receive faster decisions.
Our team offers fast-track family visa services seven days a week, preparing and submitting your application quickly for faster decisions through Priority/Super Priority Visa Service.
Challenging Family Visa Refusals
If your family visa application is refused, you can challenge the decision through:
FAQs – Family Visas UK
What is a family visa UK?
Family visa UK applications allow you to stay in the UK with your qualifying family members, based on Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules. This includes applications as a spouse/partner, parent, child, or Adult Dependent Relative (ADR).
Can I apply for a family visa UK through Priority/Super Priority Service?
Yes, most family visas can be applied for through Priority Service (outside the UK) or Super Priority Service (inside the UK) for expedited decisions.
How can I challenge the refusal of a family visa UK?
Refusals can be challenged through an appeal to the First Tier Tribunal (FTT), Administrative Review, Pre-Action Protocol (PAP), or Judicial Review (JR).
Who is eligible for a family visa UK?
Eligibility requires you to be related to a UK-qualifying sponsor as their spouse, partner, parent, or child.
For how long is the family visa UK granted?
Family visas are generally granted for 33 months if applied for from outside the UK or 30 months if applied for from inside the UK.
What are the routes to family visa settlement/ILR?
Family visas can lead to settlement under a 5-year route (ILR after 5 years) or a 10-year route (ILR after 10 years).
Do I need to meet the English language requirement for a family visa UK?
Yes, for the 5-year route, you must meet the English language requirement at various stages: A1 for the initial visa, A2 for extensions, and B1 for ILR. The 10-year route does not require meeting the English language requirement.
What is the financial requirement for a family visa UK?
You must meet the financial requirement of earning at least £18,600 per year or meet the adequate maintenance requirement, depending on your visa type and personal circumstances.
Can I apply for a family visa UK with a fee waiver?
Yes, if applying under the 10-year route and unable to pay the Home Office fees, you can request a fee waiver.
What are the common reasons for family visa UK refusals?
Common reasons include not meeting the financial requirement, the subsistence of relationship requirement, or the English language requirement.
Can I work in the UK on a family visa UK?
Yes, you can work in the UK on a family visa, except if you are on a fiancé visa or proposed civil partner visa.
Is a family visa UK a multiple-entry visa?
Yes, it allows multiple entries to and from the UK.
Can I switch from a family visa to a work visa from inside the UK?
Yes, but switching may reset your qualifying period for ILR.
When can I renew my family visa UK?
You should apply for renewal or extension 28 days before your current visa expires.
Can I apply for renewal of my family visa UK through Super Priority Service?
Yes, you can use Super Priority Service for a decision within 24 hours on your renewal application.