1. Apply as a partner or spouse: This category is for married individuals or in a civil partnership with a British citizen or a person settled in the UK. The applicant must meet specific requirements, such as demonstrating a genuine and subsisting relationship and meeting the financial threshold.
2. Apply as a parent: This visa category is for parents who wish to join their child, either a British citizen or settled in the UK. The applicant must meet specific criteria, including proving a genuine relationship with the child and meeting financial requirements.
3. Apply as a child: Children who are not British citizens but have a parent who is either a British citizen or settled in the UK can apply under this category. The child must meet age and dependency requirements.
4. Apply as an adult coming to be cared for by a relative: This visa category is for adults who require long-term care from a relative living in the UK. The applicant needs to demonstrate that they cannot receive the necessary care in their home country and that their relative in the UK can provide the required care.
5. Apply based on your private life: This category is for individuals who have lived in the UK for a significant period and wish to remain based on their established personal and family life there. The applicant needs to meet specific requirements, such as demonstrating solid ties to the UK and showing that it would be unreasonable to expect them to leave.
6. Knowledge of English: In many family visa applications, applicants are required to demonstrate their proficiency in the English language. This is typically done by passing an approved English language test or being exempt based on specific criteria.
7. Give proof of your income: For specific family visa applications, such as those based on marriage or partnership, applicants must meet financial requirements to demonstrate that they can support themselves without relying on public funds. This usually involves providing evidence of a specified level of income or savings.
8. Information you must provide: When applying for a family visa, applicants must provide various documents and information to support their application. This may include proof of identity, relationship evidence, financial records, and other supporting documentation as outlined in the visa application guidelines.
9. After you apply: Once the application for a family visa has been submitted, the applicant will go through a processing period. This involves consideration of the application, verifying the provided information, and possibly attending an interview. After the decision is made, the applicant will be notified of the outcome and the subsequent steps to take, such as collecting the visa or appealing the decision if necessary.

If you plan to bring your family members to the UK to live with you, you must apply for a Family Visa. Book an appointment with Optimum Vertex Consult; our team of experienced immigration lawyers and visa experts can assist you with the family visa application process.