Children Visas for the UK2006-10-18 | |
| This page explains what the UK Immigration Rules say about children coming to join their parents or a parent who is settled in the United Kingdom.
How do I qualify to bring my child to the United Kingdom?
How can my child qualify to join me in the United Kingdom? Your child must show that:
Children cannot normally come to live in the United Kingdom if one parent is living abroad, unless the parent here has sole responsibility for the child or if there are serious reasons why the child must be allowed to come here. *Your child must get entry clearance before they travel to the United Kingdom. How long can my child stay? If both you and your husband or wife are settled here or you have sole responsibility for the child, they will normally be allowed to stay here permanently from the date they arrive. If your child comes here with your husband or wife, they will normally be given permission to stay in the United Kingdom for the same length of time as your husband or wife (usually a year). If your husband or wife is allowed to stay here permanently, your child will normally be allowed to stay here permanently as well. Can I bring an adopted child to the United Kingdom? There is information on how you can bring an adopted child to the United Kingdom in the adoption and inter-country adoption leaflets. The inter-country adoption leaflet also gives you details about the procedures involved in bringing children to this country so they can be adopted through the courts. If you want a copy, telephone or write to us. What are public funds? If you come to live or stay in the United Kingdom, you must be able to support and accommodate yourself without claiming certain state benefits. These are:
What is entry clearance? Entry clearance is a visa or entry clearance certificate is given to you so you can travel to the United Kingdom. You must apply for entry clearance to the British Embassy, High Commission or other Diplomatic Mission (known as British Diplomatic Posts) in the country where your child lives. You can get advice about which British Diplomatic Posts can issue entry clearance from any British Diplomatic Post abroad. You can get guidance leaflets and information about visas from UK visas. Write to: Visa Correspondence Section UKvisas London SW1A 2AH United Kingdom. General enquiries: +44 (0)20 7008 8438 Application forms: +44 (0)20 7008 8308 Fax numbers: +44 (0)20 7008 8359/8361 © Crown Copyright |
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