What type of visa will I receive?

The Child Dependent Visa is for children seeking permission to stay in the UK when a parent has already obtained or at the same time applying for a Partner  Visa under Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules. If the child's parent does not have or is not acquiring leave as a Partner under Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules but holds a different type of leave, the child should apply accordingly, either under the family visa or or as a dependent child of a points-based system migrant.​

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If your child meets the requirements for a Child Dependent Visa, they will initially be granted a visa that will expire on the same date as the visa held by the parents. 

Estimated Processing times

Typically, the visa processing time is up to 12-24 weeks from the date of biometric submission, with the option of a fast-track service that may yield results in approximately 6 weeks (though not guaranteed). 

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To apply for this visa, you have the option to either be included as a dependent in your parent's application or to apply separately.

 

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Your child is under the age of 18 at the time of application.

• Your child has not established an independent family unit.

• Your child is not living independently.

• One of the child's parents holds a Partner Visa under Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules or is in the process of being granted or has already obtained one (referred to as the 'child's parent').

• The child's parent holds sole responsibility for the upbringing of the child.

• Have access to adequate accommodation in the UK.

• The sponsor must earn at least GBP 29,000 per annum or have cash savings of GBP 88,500 held in a bank account for a minimum of 6 months prior to the date of application.*

• Pass an English language test at level A1 or higher

• Undergo TB screening.

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As per the most recent update from the Home Office, the minimum income requirement for the UK spouse visa will incrementally increase to £29,000 on 11th April 2024. If you are using Cash Savings, the corresponding minimum savings requirement will rise to £88,500.

Costings

Government fee: $2,739
Immigration Health Surcharge: up to £3,105
Professional fees: £1,950 – Payment accepted in IDR or GBP.
Fast track with the UK Government: £500
Bali or Surabaya Biometric submission: £76.50 (Jakarta no charge)

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*Estimated costs (subject to change if government fees are amended) will be displayed in USD at the time of payment to the UK Government and depend on prevailing exchange rates

Our Service includes

We realise that some couples are comfortable enough to take on the next application themselves, but perhaps need some assistance on creating a solid foundation to work from or a little guidance along the way. This is where we have the solution! We have split up our ‘full management program’ into smaller stages, to give couples the freedom to pick and choose where they need the most help, to keep Adviser fees low, but still get the insights and support needed to make a successful application.