The application for this visa must be completed online. Upon approval, the dependent will be granted a visa with the same validity period as the main applicant's Scale-up Worker visa. This process is governed by the requirements set out in Appendix Scale-up of the UK Immigration Rules. Our team of expert immigration solicitors offers fixed-fee legal advice and representation for those applying for a Scale-up Worker dependent visa. You can ask questions online for free or schedule a consultation for detailed guidance on your application for entry clearance from outside the UK.

Who Can Apply as a Dependent of a Scale-up Worker?

You may apply as a dependent if you are:

1- The spouse, civil partner, or unmarried/same-sex partner of a Scale-up Worker

2- A child under 18 years old of a Scale-up Worker

Eligibility Requirements for Entry Clearance as a Dependent of a Scale-up Worker

To qualify for entry clearance as a dependent of a Scale-up Worker, you must meet the following criteria:

1- Valid Application: The application must be submitted from outside the UK.

2- Relationship Requirement: The relationship between the applicant and the Scale-up Worker must meet the conditions outlined in Appendix Scale-up Worker.

3- Age Requirement for Partner: If applying as a dependent partner, you must be 18 years or older at the time of application.

4- Age and Care Requirement for Child: If applying as a dependent child, you must be under 18 years old at the time of application unless you were last granted permission as a dependent child. Appropriate arrangements for care and accommodation in the UK must be in place.

5- Suitability Requirement: The applicant must not be subject to refusal under Part 9: grounds for refusal.

6- Financial Requirement: The applicant must satisfy the financial criteria as per Appendix Scale-up Worker of the Immigration Rules.

7- Tuberculosis Test Certificate: If applicable, a valid medical certificate showing that you have been screened for active pulmonary tuberculosis must be provided.