EN FREE ASSESSMENT
+91 70961 77568 info@goabroadly.in
EN
Home / Dependent Visas / United Kingdom
Student and Skilled Worker

United Kingdom
Dependent Visa

Partners and dependent children of UK Student Visa and Skilled Worker Visa holders can join them in the UK. Dependants can often work without restriction.

WhatsApp for a Quote Book Free Consultation
Who Qualifies
Student and Skilled Worker dependants
Timeline
8 to 12 weeks
Work Rights
Available in most cases
Documents and Requirements

What you need
to apply

  • Sponsor's valid UK visa (Student or Skilled Worker)
  • Sponsor's BRP (Biometric Residence Permit)
  • Marriage certificate (apostilled if registered in India)
  • Birth certificates for dependent children
  • Proof of relationship (photos, communication history, joint documents)
  • Proof of adequate accommodation in the UK
  • Proof of sufficient funds to support dependants
  • Dependant's valid passport
Key Notes
  • Dependants of Student Visa holders can work up to 20 hours per week during term time in most cases
  • Dependants of Skilled Worker Visa holders can work without restriction in most roles
  • Student Visa holders must be enrolled at a higher education institution for dependants to qualify
  • Dependent children can access state-funded education in the UK
  • Dependants must apply from outside the UK unless switching from another visa category inside the UK
Pro Tip

Apply for the dependent visa at the same time as the primary visa application where possible. Embassies prefer to process them together and it speeds up the overall timeline.

Bring your family to UK

We handle the dependent visa from eligibility check to approval, including all document preparation and submission.

WhatsApp Us Book Free Consultation
Our service fee is quoted during your consultation. Government fees are separate.
The Process

How it works

01

Eligibility Check

We confirm your sponsor visa type and dependent eligibility.

02

Document Pack

Full document set prepared and reviewed.

03

Application Submission

Filed online through the UKVI portal.

04

Biometrics and Decision

We book biometrics and track the outcome.

Related Services

Also consider

Visitor Visa

UK Visitor Visa

Just visiting the UK temporarily?

Dependent Visa

USA Dependent Visa

H-4, F-2, L-2, J-2 for the USA.

Study Abroad

Study in the UK

UK student visa and universities.

Not sure where
to start?

Tell us your situation. We will give you an honest answer for free.

WhatsApp Now Book a Call