family visa

the process of getting a family visa

Like all visa’s, you will first need to fill in a form to apply for your family visa.

Once the application is made either online, by a representative or via post, you may need to take a test to make your application eligible. For example, if you are a spouse who is applying for a visa, you will need to pass an English language test and you will have to take a medical test. Take a look at the citizen’s advice page for detailed information on visa tests.

For all family visa’s, you will also have to provide evidence and proof. This includes:

• Your personal information ( i.e name, date of birth, evidence of identity etc.)
• Your partner’s details
• Proof of relationship
• Evidence and documents for your children

which areas come under family visa?

Why Might it be difficult for me to Obtain a Family Visa?

Applying for a family visa is always complex and individual to your personal case. You may have problems if:

1. You’re unsure whether you meet the requirements

-It’s not often clear to see if you qualify for a family visa or not.

2. You want to challenge the decision (or rejection) of your application

– A consultation will tell you any problems that are in your application. However, if your application has been rejected for an unfair or odd reason, a legal representative will be able to challenge this and help you complete your application.

3. English is not your first language, and you need a lawyer to complete your forms for you

-The application is complex enough without the difficulty of it being in a different language. A lawyer will be able to provide you with a step by step run-through of the application to ensure you have a clear path to completion.

4. You have a criminal record or a poor immigration history

-If your previous application was rejected, or if you have a history of criminal behaviour, you may need an immigration lawyer to represent you.

5. Your case is particularly complex

-If your visa route has a high refusal rate or your application particularly complex, you may need a lawyer to help you with your complex case and to represent you.

how can a lawyer help you to obtain a family visa?

Applying for a family visa, in particular, a spouse visa can be complicated because it requires a large amount of evidence and support. Supporting evidence can include proof of address, identity documents and proof of finances. Obtaining a family visa can also be an expensive process. The financial requirements for spouse visa applications is a minimum of £18,600, which is the minimum gross annual income threshold. This will be even higher if you are applying with children.

Because of the sheer amount of evidence needed for a spouse or family visa, it can be the most complex immigration application to prepare adequately. A lawyer will be able to help you with all of your documentation, from collecting and checking, to reviewing the application and evidence before the application is submitted.

A lawyer will also be able to help you if your case is especially complex. For example, if you have already been deported, if you have a criminal record or if you have an application that has been previously denied.