Child of a Partner or Parent Visa
The UK Child of a Partner or Parent Visa is designed for children who wish to enter or remain in the UK where one of their parents has been granted, or is applying for, a Partner or Parent Visa under Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules.
If the parent of the child does not hold, or is not applying for, a Partner or Parent Visa under Appendix FM but holds another form of immigration status, the child should apply under the relevant provisions for family life under Part 8 of the Immigration Rules or as a dependent child of a points-based system migrant.
British children, those with indefinite leave to remain, or those otherwise settled in the UK do not need to apply for this visa to enter the UK.
Requirements for a Child of a Partner or Parent Visa
To qualify for a Child of a Partner or Parent Visa, the following criteria must be met:
Location: The child must be outside the UK at the time of application.
Age: The child must be under 18 years old at the date of application.
Family Status: The child must not have formed an independent family unit or be leading an independent life.
Parent's Status: One of the child's parents must be in the UK with, or be applying for, a Partner or Parent Visa under Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules.
Parental Responsibility:
Either the parent’s partner under Appendix FM must also be a parent of the child; or
The parent must have had and continue to have sole responsibility for the child’s upbringing; or
There must be serious and compelling family or other considerations that make the exclusion of the child undesirable, with suitable arrangements made for the child’s care.
Financial Requirement: The child must meet the specified financial requirements.
Accommodation Requirement: Adequate accommodation must be available for the child.
How Linleite Law Can Assist
Navigating the Child of a Partner or Parent Visa application process requires attention to detail and thorough understanding of immigration rules. Linleite Law offers expert guidance to streamline this process:
Tailored Advice: We provide personalized advice to ensure that all specific requirements for your child's visa application are met.
Document Assistance: Our team assists in preparing and reviewing all necessary documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with immigration regulations.
Regulatory Expertise: We stay updated on the latest changes in immigration law to offer informed and up-to-date advice.
For expert assistance with your Child of a Partner or Parent Visa application, contact Linleite Law. Our experienced team is dedicated to providing comprehensive support to ensure a successful outcome for your child's visa application.