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Adult Dependent Relative Visa
You can apply for a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK in an eligible job with an employer licenced as a sponsor by the UK government.
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Overview
You can apply for a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK in an eligible job with an employer licenced as a sponsor by the UK government. This UK work visa has replaced the Tier 2 (General) work visa. This category is for all foreign nationals who have been offered a skilled job to fill a gap in the workforce which cannot be filled by an already settled worker in the UK. There are a number of complex scenarios which should be discussed and explored in detail before you can apply.
You can apply for a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK in an eligible job with an employer licenced as a sponsor by the UK government. This UK work visa has replaced the Tier 2 (General) work visa. This category is for all foreign nationals who have been offered a skilled job to fill a gap in the workforce which cannot be filled by an already settled worker in the UK. There are a number of complex scenarios which should be discussed and explored in detail before you can apply.
International Sportspersons visa
This category is for highly skilled sportspersons who must be recognised by a governing body as an elite sports person or a sports coach. The applicant must demonstrate that their employment in the UK will encourage the sport to become more elite and prominent in the UK.
To apply for ILR you must have spent continuous period of 5 years in the UK and must have spent no more than 180 days outside the UK in any 12 months. You must also meet the English language requirement, pass the Life in the UK test and meet the salary threshold requirement of at least £35,800.
Indefinite leave to remain
The skilled worker visa lasts for up to five years. If you want to stay longer, you can apply to extend your, as long as you still meet the eligibility requirements. After five years, you may also be entitled to apply for indefinite leave to remain, which gives you the right to live, work and study in the UK for as long as you like. You must apply to extend or update your skilled work visa UK if you change jobs or employer.
To apply for ILR you must have spent continuous period of five years in the UK and must have spent no more than 180 days outside the UK in any 12 months. You must also meet the English language requirement, pass the Life in the UK test and meet the salary threshold requirement of at least £25,600 per year.
What is the Adult Dependent Relative Visa?
The purpose of the ADR route is to enable applicants with ongoing care, to reside with a close relative in the UK, if they can show this because of either age, illness, or disability. They need to be in a position where they require long-term personal care that can only be reasonably and adequately provided in the UK by their respective sponsor.
Who can apply for an Adult Dependent Relative Visa?
Essentially, applicants must be located outside the UK and require long-term care from the following members listed below. Since March 2023, the ADR route has replaced existing provisions for adult dependent relatives in Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules. For UK immigration purposes, an adult dependent relative of a UK sponsor is an applicant who is:
- A parent aged 18 years or over.
- A grandparent.
- A brother or sister aged 18 years or over, or
- A son or daughter aged 18 years or over.
The ADR guidance reinforces however, that where the applicant is the sponsor’s parent or grandparent, the applicant cannot be in a relationship with a partner – the only exception being if the partner is also the sponsor’s parent or grandparent, and they are also intending to come to the UK with them. There are yyjr
What are the requirements?
To successfully qualify for the ADR route, there are certain requirements that must be met which include the following:
- Evidence of the family relationship between the UK sponsor and the applicant.
- Evidence that the applicant requires long-term personal care because of age, illness, or disability – this should be in the form of independent medical evidence from a doctor or other health professional supporting the proposition that the applicant’s physical or mental condition means that they require assistance to perform everyday tasks.
- Evidence that the applicant, even with practical and financial aid of the sponsor in the UK, is unable obtain the required level of care in their country of residence.
- Evidence of adequate maintenance, accommodation, and the required level of care in the UK from the sponsor.
- The applicant must not fall under grounds for refusal under any of the suitability requirements – for instance, the applicant’s conduct, character, associations, or other reasons that make it undesirable to grant them entry clearance.
What is the Adult Dependent Relative Visa processing time?
Typically, the Adult Dependent Relative Visa takes about 12 weeks to process. However, if an earlier outcome is required, you may be able to use the super priority service for an additional fee of £800 for a decision by the end of the next working day. Our team can confidently assist you with the priority service, if this is of interest to you.
How to apply for an Adult Dependent Relative Visa?
The process for the Adult Dependent Relative Visa, involves completing an online application form together with Appendix 1 VAF4A. Prior to applying, the applicant will need to ensure that they have all the necessary supporting documents to help demonstrate that they are mainly responsible for the applicant’s maintenance, accommodation, and care for at least 5 years, without relying on public funds.
How long does an Adult Dependent Relative Visa last?
If the applicant is successfully granted an Adult Dependent Relative Visa, then they will be enabled with indefinite leave to remain and permitted to reside in the UK.
How much does it cost to get an Adult Dependent Relative Visa?
The Adult Dependent Relative Visa application fee is £1,048 if the applicant is applying in the UK and £3,250 subject to the currency conversions, if you are applying outside the UK.
Please note, that you may need to also pay the immigration healthcare surcharge – which is £624 per year for adults. In addition, applicants are required to pay a biometric fee of £19.20.
Can my dependents be included as part of my Adult Dependent Relative Visa?
Under this visa route, you can not bring your cousin, nephew, or niece to the UK. This is because the family visa scheme, of which the UK ADR Visa is part of, is only open to immediate family members – this may include parents, children, grandchildren, and grandparents. If you’d like to discuss whether your dependent(s) is eligible, feel free to reach out to us and we can clarify their eligibility for this visa.
How can Bridge Partners Immigration help?
Our immigration advisors regularly assist with settling and relocating applicants, along with their dependents if applicable, under the Adult Dependent Relative Visa route. Whether you require expert advice on the immigration rules regarding the Adult Dependent Relative Visa route, assistance with preparing your application or an immigration appeal, our legal team can help. We can appreciate that this can be a complex process, so we are here to understand and meet your needs with a professional and friendly service. Call us today for an initial consultation with a member of our team.
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Frequently Asked Skilled Worker visa Application Questions
Someone can be eligible for a Skilled Worker visa if they have a job offer from a sponsoring company in the UK for a job that is on the list of skilled worker occupations. In addition, the skilled worker must have the required skills and experience to undergo the role in the company and have the required level of English language ability.
The minimum salary for the Skilled Worker visa is either £25,600 per year, £10.10 per hour or the “going rate” for the particular occupation code, whichever is highest. For each job on the Home Office occupation list, there is a “going rate” which details the recommended annual and hourly salary that an individual must earn for the role. The rates are based on a 39-hour week of work. Those applying for the Skilled Worker visa need 50 points to do so. These are gained from sponsorship, skill level and English language requirements. However, 20 further tradable points can be given to those that meet the minimum salary requirement.
You cannot move to the UK without a job offer from a company that has a UK sponsor licence, unless you apply for the Global Talent visa where this is not a requirement. When you are applying for a Skilled Worker visa you must provide a certificate of sponsorship reference number which proves that you have a job offer and therefore permission to work in the UK with a registered sponsor.
The general Skilled Worker visa requirements are that you must have a job offer from a company that is a UK-registered sponsor and have a certificate of sponsorship that confirms that you have permission to work in the UK within a specific job role. You must be paid the required minimum salary for the occupation, have the required skill level and English language ability to do the job and have enough funds to support yourself in the UK.
Once all the correct documentation has been submitted, it takes around 3 weeks for an application for a Skilled Worker visa to be processed by the Home Office when applying outside of the UK. For applications within the UK, the standard processing time is 8 weeks, although this can take around 9 weeks on average.
For the Skilled Worker visa, you will need to provide a valid passport and proof that you have a job in the UK with details about your job role, salary, and employer information. You will also need the reference number for your certificate of sponsorship which proves that you have an approved job offer with a registered UK sponsor. In addition, you will need to provide bank statements that show you are able to support yourself in the UK and proof of the required qualifications needed for the role such as an English language test and degree certificate.
Yes, you can study whilst on a Skilled Worker visa. There is no restriction on the number of hours you can study as long as it does not interfere with your work. Another requirement is that workers who study must first get an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate for their studies and present it to the education provider.
Skilled Workers are not allowed to run their own businesses.