The application process is conducted online through the Home Office UKVI website. For applicants applying as a dependent partner, you must be at least 18 years old on the date of application. The application must adhere to the regulations specified in the Appendix Representative of an Overseas Business of the Immigration Rules. For expedited processing, you can choose to apply through the Priority or Super Priority Service. Our team of expert immigration solicitors can provide fixed-fee legal assistance and advice regarding your application for switching to a Sole Representative Visa. You can ask for free online immigration advice or schedule a consultation with one of our specialist solicitors for detailed guidance on your application.

Eligible Family Members for a Sole Representative Visa

The following family members of a sole representative of an overseas business can apply for a Sole Representative Visa:

The spouse or civil partner of the sole representative

An unmarried or same-sex partner of the sole representative

A child under 18 years of age of the sole representative

Children over 18 may still qualify if they entered the UK on a Sole Representative Visa while under 18.

Eligibility Criteria for Switching to a Sole Representative Visa

To switch to a Sole Representative Visa as a dependent of a sole representative, you must meet the following requirements:

Valid Application: The application must be submitted correctly and meet all required criteria.

Switching Requirements: You must meet the immigration status requirements to be eligible for the visa switch.

Relationship Requirements: Your relationship with the sole representative must comply with the rules set out in the Appendix Representative of an Overseas Business.

Age Requirements for Partners: Dependent partners must be 18 years or older on the application date.

Age and Care Requirements for Children: Dependent children must be under 18 unless they were last granted permission as a dependent. If under 18, there must be appropriate care and accommodation arrangements in place that comply with UK legislation.

Suitability Requirements: You must not fall under the grounds for refusal as outlined in Part 9 of the Immigration Rules.

Financial Requirements: You must demonstrate sufficient funds for maintenance and accommodation without relying on public funds.

Compliance with Immigration Laws: You must not be in breach of immigration laws, except where paragraph 39E applies, in which case certain periods of overstaying may be disregarded. Additionally, you must not be on immigration bail.

Immigration Status Requirement for Switching Applications

To be eligible for switching to a Sole Representative Visa, you must be in the UK and not have, or have last been granted, permission as:

A Visitor

A Short-term Student

A Parent of a Child Student

A Seasonal Worker

A Domestic Worker in a Private Household

Outside the Immigration Rules

Relationship Requirements for Dependent Partners of Sole Representatives

To qualify as a dependent partner, you must be the spouse, civil partner, or partner of the sole representative and meet the following conditions:

The sole representative must currently hold a Sole Representative Visa.

The sole representative is applying for further leave to remain on the same visa route.

The sole representative has settled or become a British citizen after having had permission on the sole representative route, and you were their partner at that time.

If you are unmarried or in a same-sex relationship, you must have lived together in a relationship akin to marriage or civil partnership for at least two years before applying. Additionally, any previous relationships must have permanently ended, and you must not be closely related in a way that would prevent you from marrying or forming a civil partnership in the UK. The relationship must be genuine and ongoing, and you must intend to live together throughout your stay in the UK.

Relationship Requirements for Dependent Children of Sole Representatives

To qualify as a dependent child, the applicant must be the child of the sole representative holding a valid visa. Both parents must either be applying at the same time as the applicant or already have permission to stay in the UK unless:

The sole representative is the sole surviving parent.
The sole representative has sole responsibility for the child.
The non-representative parent is a British citizen or has the right to reside in the UK and is ordinarily resident in the UK.
There are compelling reasons for the child to remain with the sole representative parent. For children born in the UK, you must provide a full UK birth certificate showing the names of both parents.

Age and Care Requirements for Children

Children must be under 18 years old on the application date, unless they were last granted permission as a dependent child. If they are 16 or older, they must not be living independently. There must be appropriate arrangements for their care and accommodation in the UK, which must comply with relevant UK laws and regulations.

Financial Requirements

To meet the financial requirements for the Sole Representative Visa, the decision maker must be convinced that the applicant and the Representative of an Overseas Business can adequately support and accommodate themselves, and any dependents in the UK, without relying on public funds. The financial evidence provided must align with the specifications outlined in Appendix Finance.

Duration and Conditions of Grant

For dependent partners, the following conditions apply:

Permission will be granted until the same expiration date as the Representative of an Overseas Business.

If the Representative of an Overseas Business is granted settlement, the partner will receive a 2- year permission.

For dependent children, permission will be granted until the earliest expiration date of either parent's permission unless both parents have, or are being granted, settlement or British Citizenship. In such cases, the child will be granted a 30-month permission.

The permission granted will include the following conditions:

No access to public funds.

Employment, including self-employment and voluntary work, is permitted, except for roles as a professional sportsperson, including as a coach.

Study is allowed, subject to the Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) condition in Appendix ATAS.

 Study is allowed, subject

Duration of UK Family Visitor Visa Application

Fast Track Service for Switching to Sole Representative Visa

Our team of immigration solicitors offers a fast-track visa service to expedite the decision on your application using the Priority or Super Priority Service. This service ensures a faster decision, avoiding lengthy delays that can extend for months or even years. Our fast-track immigration team will quickly prepare and submit your application through the Priority or Super Priority Service, helping you secure a faster decision. As a specialized immigration law firm in London, we are registered with the Home Office, UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI), and its commercial partner UKVCAS Sopra Steria. This registration allows us to offer Priority and Super Priority Services for your application, which typically results in a decision within 5 working days for Priority Service and within 24 hours for Super Priority Service.

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One-Off Service for Application Submission Through Super Priority Service

Our immigration solicitors offer a one-off service to submit your completed UK visa application through the Priority or Super Priority Service, ensuring a quicker decision. We operate on a "no submission, no fee" basis, meaning if we do not submit your application within 48 hours of receiving payment, we will refund your fees in full. We work under a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), where, if we submit your application within 48 hours of payment, a fixed fee of £250 + VAT (£300 including VAT) will be charged as agreed in the CFA.

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How We Can Assist

Our experienced team of family visa solicitors offers expert legal advice and representation for your application to switch to a Sole Representative Visa on a fixed-fee basis. We will manage your application process from start to finish, including:
Requirements Guidance: Our solicitors will advise you on the specific requirements necessary for a successful application.
Document Review: We will prepare a comprehensive list of supporting documents and ensure they meet immigration rules.
Application Completion: Our lawyers will complete your application form.
Priority/Super Priority Submission: If required, we will submit your application through Priority or Super Priority Service to secure a decision within 24 hours.
Biometrics Appointment: We will arrange your appointment for biometrics enrollment.
Cover Letter Preparation: We will draft a detailed cover letter to support your application.
Document Upload: Before your biometrics appointment, we will upload all necessary documents online.
Follow-up: Our team will handle all follow-up work until the Home Office UKVI reaches a decision.

Our Fixed Fees for Sole Representative Visa Applications

Service Fixed Fee Range
Full service for entry clearance, including all work until the decision by the Entry Clearance Officer (ECO) £800 - £1,500 (no VAT)
Full service for switching to a Sole Representative Visa from within the UK through Super Priority Service, including all work until a decision is reached £800 + VAT to £1,500 + VAT
Full service for visa extension within the UK through Super Priority Service, covering all work until the decision is made £800 + VAT to £1,500 + VAT


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