Dependent Visa

This section explains how people from overseas can come to or remain in the United Kingdom as the partners, children and/or elderly dependent relatives of people who are already in the United Kingdom or are coming here in a different category.
What you can do if you have come to the United Kingdom as a partner.

Partners

Coming to or staying in the United Kingdom as the husband, wife, civil partner, fiancé (e), proposed civil partner or unmarried/same-sex partner of a person settled here or a migrant worker/student - plus your responsibility to tell us if the relationship ends.

Children

Bringing your children, including adopted children, to the United Kingdom if you are a British citizen or you have temporary or permanent permission to live here.

Elderly dependent relatives

Coming to or staying in the United Kingdom as the parent, grandparent or other elderly dependant of a person settled here.

Marriage and civil partnership

Getting married or registering a civil partnership in the United Kingdom, whether you are coming for a short visit or planning to stay here.

Forced marriage

Support and advice for people who have been or are at risk of being forced into marriage.