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This application must be made online and is guided by the criteria set out in Appendix Global Talent of the Immigration Rules. Upon approval, your visa will be granted for the same duration as the main Global Talent visa holder's stay. Our team of immigration solicitors specializes in dependent visas and offers expert legal advice and representation on a fixed-fee basis. You can ask questions online for free or book an appointment for a detailed consultation regarding your Global Talent dependent visa application.

Who Qualifies as a Dependent of a Global Talent Migrant?

You may qualify as a dependent of a Global Talent visa holder if you are:

1- Their spouse, civil partner, or unmarried/same-sex partner

2- Their child under 18 years old

Appropriate Work Experience

Eligibility Criteria for Global Talent Dependent Visa Entry Clearance

To be eligible for the Global Talent dependent visa, you must meet the following criteria:
1- Valid Application: Submit a valid application from outside the UK for entry clearance.
2- Relationship Requirement: Demonstrate your qualifying relationship as per Appendix Global Talent.
3- Age Requirement for Partners: Partners must be 18 or older at the time of application.
4- Age and Care Requirements for Children: Children must be under 18 unless previously granted permission as a dependent. There must also be suitable care and accommodation arrangements in the UK, complying with relevant legislation.
5- Suitability Requirements: You must not fall under the refusal grounds outlined in Part 9 of the Immigration Rules.
6- Financial Requirements: Meet the financial criteria specified in Appendix Global Talent.
7- Tuberculosis Test: If applicable, provide a valid tuberculosis screening certificate.

Age

Relationship Requirements for Dependent Partners

To apply as a dependent partner, you must be in a qualifying relationship with the Global Talent visa holder, such as:
1- The Global Talent migrant holds a valid Global Talent visa.
2- The Global Talent migrant is applying for and will be granted entry clearance at the same time. If you are not married or in a civil partnership, you must have lived together in a relationship akin to marriage or civil partnership for at least two years, with no other ongoing relationships. Your relationship must be genuine and ongoing, and you must intend to live together in the UK.

Relationship Requirements for Dependent Children

  • The Global Talent visa holder has permission to be in the UK.
  • The child’s parents must either be applying together or already have permission to be in the UK unless specific exceptions apply, such as:
    o The Global Talent migrant is the sole surviving parent.
    o The Global Talent migrant has sole responsibility for the child's upbringing.
    o The other parent is a British citizen or has the right to reside in the UK.
    o There are compelling reasons to allow the child to stay with the Global Talent migrant.

Age and Care Requirements for a Dependent Child

To qualify for a Global Talent dependent visa, a child must be under 18 years old at the time of application, unless they were previously granted permission as a dependent child. For children aged 16 or older, they must not be leading an independent life. If the child is under 18, there must be appropriate care and accommodation arrangements in the UK that meet all relevant legal and regulatory standards.

Financial Requirements

Dependents of a Global Talent visa holder must demonstrate they have sufficient funds to support themselves while in the UK. According to Home Office UKVI rules, the required funds are:
1- Partner of the Global Talent migrant: £285
2- One child of the Global Talent migrant: £315

3- Each additional child: £200

The required funds must be held for a minimum of 28 consecutive days, with the 28th day falling within 31 days before the visa application date.

Period and Conditions of Grant

1- Partner: A partner's visa will expire on the same date as the Global Talent migrant’s visa or may be granted for three years if the partner is also being granted settlement.

2- Child: A child's visa will end on the same date as the earliest expiration of the parent’s visas unless both parents are granted settlement or British Citizenship, in which case the child will receive a three-year visa.

All grants will include the following conditions:

1- No access to public funds

2- Work permitted (including self-employment and voluntary work) except as a professional sportsperson or sports coach

3- Study allowed (for those over 18), subject to ATAS conditions

4- Police registration if applicable under Part 10 of the Immigration Rules

Priority and Super Priority Services for Global Talent Dependent Visa

Our immigration solicitors can facilitate faster processing of your visa application through priority or super priority services:

1- Priority Service: If available, this service can expedite your application to a decision within 5 working days after proving your identity at a visa application centre.

2- Super Priority Service: With the option to use the 'UK Immigration: ID Check' app, you may receive a decision within 24 hours (usually by the end of the next working day).

How We Can Assist

Our expert immigration solicitors provide comprehensive support for your visa application on a fixed-fee basis. Our services include:

1- Eligibility Advice: Guidance on meeting the requirements for a successful application.

2- Document Preparation: A detailed list of documents needed for your application.

3- Document Assessment: Evaluation to ensure compliance with Immigration Rules.

4- Application Form Completion: Assistance with completing the online application form.

5- Priority Submission: If applicable, we will use Priority or Super Priority Services for expedited processing.

6- Appointment Booking: Coordination of your biometrics appointment.

7- Cover Letter Preparation: Crafting a detailed cover letter to support your application.

8- Document Upload: Online submission of supporting documents before your biometrics appointment.

9- Follow-Up: Handling any additional queries from the Entry Clearance Officer (ECO) until a decision is made.

Our Fixed Fees for Dependent Visa Applications

Our fixed fees for dependent visa services are as follows:

1- Full Service for Entry Clearance: £800 to £1,500 (excluding VAT)

2- Switching to a Dependent Visa from Inside the UK (Super Priority): £800 + VAT to £1,500 + VAT

3- Extension of Dependent Visa from Inside the UK (Super Priority): £800 + VAT to £1,500 + VAT

4- ILR as a Dependent from Inside the UK (Super Priority): £800 + VAT to £1,500 + VAT Fees vary based on the complexity of the case and the volume of work required. The Home Office UKVI application fees are additional and must be paid separately.



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