Entry Clearance for Sole Representative Dependent Visa

This application is guided by the criteria outlined in Appendix Representative of an Overseas Business within the UK Immigration Rules. If your application is approved, you will be granted entry permission that aligns with the duration of stay granted to the main visa holder, who is the sole representative of the overseas business. Our team of experienced dependent visa solicitors offers expert immigration advice and legal representation on a fixed-fee basis to assist with your application for entry clearance. You can consult with our specialists online for free, or book a session for detailed advice and a consultation regarding your sole representative dependent visa entry clearance application.

Eligibility to Apply as a Dependent of UK Ancestry

You can apply as a dependent of a person with UK Ancestry if you are:

1- The spouse, civil partner, or unmarried/same-sex partner of the UK Ancestry holder.

2- A child under 18 years old of the UK Ancestry holder.

Eligibility Criteria for Sole Representative Dependent Visa Entry Clearance

To qualify for the sole representative dependent visa entry clearance, the applicant must meet the following conditions:

1- Valid Application: A valid entry clearance application for the sole representative dependent visa must be submitted.

2- Sponsoring Sole Representative's Status: The applicant must be the partner or child of an individual who:

o Has submitted a valid application for entry clearance as a sole representative of an

overseas business that is yet to be decided; or

o Has already received entry clearance or permission to remain as a sole representative of an overseas business.

3- Suitability Requirement: The applicant must not be subject to refusal under Part 9: Grounds for Refusal, as outlined for dependent partners or children of sole representatives.

4- Relationship Requirement: The relationship requirements set in Appendix Representative of an Overseas Business must be met by the applicant.

5- Business Ownership Restrictions: The applicant must not hold a majority stake or control a majority of the overseas business represented by the sponsoring sole representative. This includes ownership through shareholding, partnership agreements, sole proprietorship, or any other arrangement.

6- Child's Age and Care Arrangements: If the applicant is a child, they must be under 18, and appropriate care arrangements must be in place. 7- Financial Requirement: It must be demonstrated that there will be sufficient financial resources and accommodation for the applicant, the sole representative, and any other dependents in the UK without relying on public funds. This must be shown in accordance with the specifications in Appendix Finance. 8- Tuberculosis Test Certificate: A Tuberculosis test certificate must be provided where required under Appendix T of the Immigration Rules.