Family
UK Child Dependent Visa
Child dependent visas allow children under 18 to join their parent(s) in the UK. Sole responsibility and serious-and-compelling circumstances cases require particular care.
Who this is for
- Children under 18 joining UK-settled parents
- Children where only one parent is in the UK (sole responsibility cases)
- Children in serious and compelling circumstances
Required documents
- Birth certificate and parental relationship evidence
- Sole responsibility evidence (school, medical, financial)
- Parent's status, income and accommodation
- Consent / custody documentation
Typical timeline
8–12 weeks decision once submitted
Common pitfalls
- Weak sole responsibility evidence
- Missing custody or consent documentation
- Inadequate accommodation specifics for the child
Our edge
Sole-responsibility evidence storyboard
Coordinated submissions with parent's visa
Founder-led personal statements