family immigration- children

If you are living in the UK and want your child to join you from abroad, you may be able to apply for a UK Child Visaunder the Family Visa route. We offer expert legal support to help parents reunite with their children and ensure applications are prepared to the highest standard.

This route is for children who:

• Are under 18 years old at the date of application
• Are applying to join a parent who is:
  • A British citizen, settled in the UK (e.g. ILR or Settled Status), or
  • Has limited leave to remain (on certain routes such as a partner or parent visa)
• Are not married or in a civil partnership, and do not live independently
• Will be adequately supported and accommodated in the UK without access to public funds

If only one parent is in the UK, the application must show either:

• The UK-based parent has sole responsibility for the child’s upbringing, or
• There are serious or compelling family reasons for the child to join the UK-based parent

• Proof of the child’s relationship to the UK-based parent (e.g. birth certificate, court orders)
• Evidence that the UK parent has adequate accommodation and can financially support the child
• In most cases, the parent must also meet the minimum income requirement (same as for partner/parent routes)
• The child must intend to live permanently with the parent in the UK

• Visas are typically granted in line with the parent’s immigration status
• The child will usually have the same right to stay, work, and study as the parent
• The visa may lead to Indefinite Leave to Remain depending on the parent’s pathway

At TD Immigration, we assist with:

• Preparing and submitting well-documented child visa applications
• Advising on complex family circumstances, such as shared custody or legal guardianship
• Handling applications made from both within and outside the UK
• Providing ongoing support through the extension and settlement stages

If you would like to bring your child to live with you in the UK, contact us today to book a free 30-minute consultationwith one of our immigration experts.