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UK Family Visa Services

“Reuniting families in the UK – with expert guidance and support every step of the way.” 

At Ronald Fletcher Baker, our expert immigration advisors guide British citizens, settled residents, or visa holders, to sponsor loved ones to join them in the UK through the right to family visa route. We work closely with you and your families to help your dependents secure the proper immigration status, which in many cases will lead to British citizenship.

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What is a UK Family Visa? 

A UK Family Visa allows eligible foreign nationals to join their family members in the UK for more than 6 months +. It’s designed to support family reunification and long-term settlement.

Types of Family Visas 

We can assist with:

Key Eligibility Criteria 

The sponsor must be one of the below:

  • British Citizenship
  • Settled in the UK
  • Refugee or hold humanitarian protection

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How Can Ronald Fletcher Baker Help?

At Ronald Fletcher Baker, our expert immigration advisors guide British citizens, settled residents, or visa holders, to sponsor loved ones to join you in the UK through the right family visa route. We work closely with you and your families to help your dependents secure the proper immigration status, which in many cases will lead to British citizenship.  

We bring a professional and highly specialised approach to every visa application. Our team of immigration experts have in-depth knowledge of the immigration process and the unique challenges it presents, enabling us to offer tailored guidance that aligns with each client’s needs. With a consistently high success rate, we are trusted by individuals and organisations to deliver clear, strategic advice and robust support throughout the visa process. 

What sets Ronald Fletcher Baker apart is the breadth and depth of our experience. Our immigration solicitors advise a wide range of private clients and corporate clients. This diverse client base gives us a comprehensive understanding of the sector’s specific demands, enabling us to provide solutions that are both legally sound and practically effective. Unlike firms that take a one-size-fits-all approach, we offer genuinely personalised services, combining specialist expertise with a deep appreciation for the industries we serve. 

 

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Beatrice De Burgh

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Types of Family Visas 

We can assist you with Spouse/Partner Visas, Fiancé Visas, Parent Visas, Child Visas, y Adult Dependent Relative Visas.

Partner Visa 

A Partner Visa allows you to bring over your partner/spouse/civil partner to live in the UK for five years. After five years, they can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain. 

You may be eligible to apply if: 

  • You hold British Citizenship, Indefinite Leave to Remain, or Refugee status.  
  • You earn at least £29,000 a year. If you do not meet this amount through income alone, you may be able to rely on savings to supplement your earnings. 
  • Your partner can speak English- They can prove this by doing an English Language test, having a University Degree that was taught in English, or being a citizen of a country where English is the majority spoken language.
  • You’re in a genuine relationship  
  • You have adequate accommodation in the United Kingdom. 
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Fiancé Visa 

A UK fiancé visa allows non-British partners to enter the UK for the purpose of getting married to their British or settled partner within six months in the UK. This visa is designed for couples who then intend to live together in the UK after marriage.  

Once married, the applicant can then switch to a UK Spouse Visa, which provides a path to settlement.  

You may be eligible to apply if: 

  • Both partners must be at least 18 years old.  
  • The sponsoring partner must be a British citizen or have settled status in the UK (e.g. indefinite leave to remain).  
  • The couple must have met in person.  
  • The relationship must be genuine, with the intention to marry within six months of arriving in the UK.  
  • The sponsor must meet the minimum income requirement of £29,000 per year.  
  • There must be adequate accommodation arranged for the couple in the UK.  
  • The applicant must meet the English language requirement.
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Parent Visa 

A UK parent visa allows a non-British parent to live in the UK to care for their child who is either a British citizen or is settled in the UK. This visa falls under the family visa category and is aimed at ensuring a child in the UK has access to parental care and support.   

The parent does not need to be married to the child’s other parent, but must demonstrate an active role in the child’s life and that living in the UK is in the best interests of the child.  

You may be eligible to apply if: 

  • You must be the parent of a child who is under 18 (or was under 18 when the parent first applied) and is living in the UK. 
  • The child must be a British citizen or have settled status (e.g. indefinite leave to remain).  
  • You must not be in a relationship with the child’s other parent (if you are, a partner visa may be more appropriate).  
  • You must have parental responsibility or be playing an active role in the child’s upbringing.  
  • You must demonstrate that you intend to continue you involvement in the child’s life.  
  • You must meet the English language requirement.  
  • You must show you can support yourself financially without accessing public funds. 
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Child Visa 

A UK child visa allows a non-British child to join a parent or relative who is living in the UK. This visa is typically used when the child is dependent on their parent or relative and intends to live with them permanently in the UK. It falls under the family visa category and can lead to settlement, depending on the immigration status of the parent or relative. The visa is usually granted to children under 18 who are not living an independent life.  

Who is eligible to apply? 

  • The child must be under 18 years old at the time of application.  
  • The child must not be married, in a civil partnership, or living independently.  
  • At least one parent must be living in the UK with British citizenship or settled status (e.g. indefinite leave to remain). 
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Adult Dependent Relative Visa 

An Adult Dependent Relative (ADR) visa allows elderly or severely ill non-British family members to join a close relative in the UK for long-term care.   

This visa is designed for situations where the applicant requires daily assistance with personal and medical needs and cannot receive adequate care in their home country. It provides a pathway to live permanently in the UK but is granted only under strict conditions.

Who is eligible to apply?  

  • The applicant must be a parent, grandparent, sibling, or adult child of a British citizen or a person with settled status in the UK.  
  • The applicant must be aged 18 or over.  
  • The applicant must require long-term personal care due to illness, disability, or age-related conditions.  
  • Adequate care must not be available or affordable in the applicant’s home country. 
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FAQS

Your frequently asked questions

A UK Family Visa allows foreign nationals to join close family members in the UK for 6 months +. It’s designed for fiancés, partners, children, parents, and dependent relatives.
Sponsors must be British or Irish citizens, holders of Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) or Settled Status, or refugees.
For most partner sponsor visa routes, sponsors must earn at least £29,000/year and/or have sufficient savings.
Yes. Applicants must prove English proficiency at A1 level (first-time applicants) or higher depending on the visa type.
Visa fee:  
  • Outside the UK: £1,846
  • Inside the UK: £1,258
  • Healthcare surcharge: £1,035/year
  • Super priority service: £1,000 (optional, not available for all routes) 
Standard processing time is up to 12 weeks. Priority services may be faster.
Yes. Most family visa holders can work and study freely in the UK.
Yes. You can apply to extend your visa before it expires. Extensions are typically granted for another 2.5 years.
After 5 years of continuous residence on a family visa, you may be eligible for ILR.
You may be eligible to apply for settlement independently under special provision.
Yes, if you’re in the UK on certain visa types and meet the eligibility criteria.

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