If you are already residing in the UK on a different type of visa, you may be eligible to switch to the Global Talent Dependant Visa, provided that the current visa allows for such a switch under the Immigration Rules. The process of switching to this visa is governed by the criteria outlined in Appendix Global Talent of the Immigration Rules. To expedite the process, you can apply for the Global Talent Dependant Visa using the Priority or Super Priority Service, which ensures a quicker decision on your application. Upon approval, you will be granted leave to remain as a Global Talent Dependant for the duration of the sponsoring Global Talent migrant’s leave.

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Our dedicated team of dependant visa solicitors offers comprehensive legal advice and representation on a fixed-fee basis regarding your application to switch to the Global Talent Dependant Visa. You can easily reach out to our expert team for free online immigration advice, or schedule an appointment for an in-depth consultation to discuss your specific case with one of our dependant visa specialists.

Eligible Family Members for Switching to a Global Talent Dependant Visa

Under the Global Talent visa program, the following family members of the primary migrant may qualify for switching to a dependant visa:

• The spouse, civil partner, or husband/wife of the Global Talent visa holder.
• Unmarried or same-sex partners of the Global Talent visa holder.
• Children under the age of 18 years old who are dependants of the Global Talent visa holder.

It is important to note that children who have entered the UK on a dependant visa before turning 18 may still be eligible to remain as dependants even after reaching the age of 18.

Requirements for Switching to the Global Talent Dependant Visa

Applicants seeking to switch to the Global Talent Dependant Visa must comply with the specific criteria outlined in Appendix Global Talent of the Immigration Rules. The key requirements are as follows:

• Valid Application: The applicant must submit a complete and valid application for switching to the Global Talent Dependant Visa.
• Eligibility for Switching: Applicants must fulfill the necessary immigration status requirements to qualify for a switch to the Global Talent Dependant Visa.
• Relationship Criteria: The applicant must meet the relationship conditions specified in Appendix Global Talent of the Immigration Rules.
• Age Requirement for Partners: If the applicant is applying as a dependent partner, they must be 18 years of age or older at the time of application.
• Age and Care Requirements for Children: Dependent children must be under 18 years old on the application date, unless they were previously granted leave as a dependent child. Additionally, suitable care and accommodation arrangements must be in place for children under 18, in compliance with UK legislation and regulations.
• Suitability Condition: The applicant must not be subject to refusal under Part 9 of the Immigration Rules, which details grounds for refusal.
• Financial Criteria: The applicant must satisfy the financial requirements as outlined in Appendix Global Talent.
• Compliance with Immigration Laws: The applicant must not be in violation of immigration laws, except for any period of overstaying covered by paragraph 39E, which will be disregarded. Additionally, the applicant must not be on immigration bail.

Who is Ineligible to Switch to the Global Talent Dependant Visa?

An applicant seeking to switch to the Global Talent Dependant Visa must be present in the UK on the date of the application. They must also not have, or have previously been granted, permission under the following categories:

• Visitor visa
• Short-term student visa
• Parent of a Child Student visa
• Seasonal Worker visa
• Domestic Worker in a Private Household visa
• Any status outside of the Immigration Rules

Relationship Criteria for Dependents of Global Talent Migrants

To qualify as a dependant partner of a Global Talent migrant, the applicant must meet one of the following conditions:

• The sponsoring Global Talent migrant must hold a valid Global Talent visa.
• The sponsoring Global Talent migrant is simultaneously applying for, and being granted, entry clearance under the Global Talent route.
• The sponsoring Global Talent migrant is either settled or has obtained British citizenship, provided they held permission under the Global Talent route at the time of settlement and the applicant was their partner when this occurred.

In cases where the applicant and their Global Talent migrant partner are neither married nor in a civil partnership, the following requirements must be met:

• The couple must have been cohabiting in a relationship akin to marriage or a civil partnership for at least two years preceding the application date.
• Any prior relationships involving the applicant or their Global Talent migrant partner must have permanently ended.
• The applicant and their Global Talent migrant partner must not be closely related to the extent that they would be prohibited from marrying or entering a civil partnership in the UK.

It is essential that the relationship between the applicant and the sponsoring Global Talent migrant is genuine and ongoing. Both parties must intend to live together throughout the applicant’s stay in the UK.

Relationship Requirements for Dependent Children of Global Talent Migrants

For a dependent child to be eligible under the Global Talent visa program, they must be the biological or legally recognized child of the primary Global Talent visa holder. The following criteria must apply:

• The Global Talent migrant must either hold permission under the Global Talent route or be concurrently applying for and granted entry clearance or permission on this route.
• Both parents of the child must be either applying for or already granted permission to reside in the UK (excluding visitor status). However, exceptions to this requirement include:

1. • If the parent applying for or holding entry clearance as a Global Talent migrant is the child’s sole surviving parent.
   • If the Global Talent migrant holds sole responsibility for the child’s upbringing.
   • If the non-Global Talent migrant parent is either a British citizen or has unrestricted right to enter or remain in the UK, and is or will be ordinarily resident in the UK.
   • If the decision maker is satisfied that there are significant and compelling reasons to allow the child to join the Global Talent migrant parent in the UK.

For children born in the UK to a Global Talent migrant or their partner, a full UK birth certificate, indicating both parents’ names, must be provided.

Age and Care Requirements for a Child

The applicant must be under the age of 18 at the time of application, unless they were previously granted permission as a dependent child. In cases where the child is 16 or 17 years old at the time of application, they must not be living independently.

If the applicant is under 18, there must be verified arrangements in place for the child’s accommodation and care in the UK, ensuring full compliance with UK laws and regulations.

Financial Requirements for the Global Talent Visa

Applicants for the Global Talent visa, along with their dependants, must demonstrate they have sufficient funds to support themselves while residing in the UK. If the applicant is applying to extend their stay and has been legally residing in the UK for 12 months or more at the time of their application, they will automatically satisfy the financial requirement and will not need to provide evidence of funds.

However, if the applicant has not been residing lawfully in the UK for at least 12 months at the time of their application, they must meet the financial maintenance requirements for Global Talent dependent visas, as outlined below:

The required funds must be available for at least 28 consecutive days, with the 28th day falling within 31 days of the visa application submission.

Fixed Fees for Switching to a Global Talent Dependant Visa – Aden & Co Solicitors

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

The fixed fee we agree upon will depend on the complexity of the application and the amount of casework required. In addition to our service fee, applicants are responsible for paying the Home Office UKVI application fees.