Non-EEA nationals may enter and remain in the UK if they are married to a person with British citizenship or those in the UK with settled status.
If you are the civil partner of a British citizen and wish to obtain a civil partnership visa, you will be required to meet the same requirements as you would for a Spousal visa.
If you are an unmarried partner you will be required to show that you have lived with your partner for at least 2 years, either in the UK or abroad, and you will need to meet the same requirements stated above.
If you wish to come to the UK for the purpose of getting married, you may be able to apply for a fiancé(e) or proposed civil partner visa. Such a visa can be granted if you intend to get married within the 6-month duration of the visa.
We can assist with entry clearance applications, premium same-day appointments, appeals and marriage visitor visa applications.
The immigration rules and guidance in relation to making an application can be very complex and daunting not to mention ever changing. The most common reasons for refusal include misunderstanding the rules, failing to include the correct supporting documents in the format required and often obtaining inaccurate advice leading to a rejection.
As a regulated law firm, with a leading immigration team recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers, all work is undertaken by experience professionals. We will ensure that your application is thoroughly prepared in accordance with the latest rules, with the correct supporting documents and vetted carefully before final submission to the immigration authorities.
If you are thinking of making an application or would like to discuss the requirements, please contact us today on +44(0)203 114 1198 or e-mail us at privateimmigration@duncanlewis.com.
The Immigration Act 2014 has had a significant impact on the right of appeal if your application has been refused.
Most spousal/civil partner//unmarried partner visas will attract a full right of appeal on refusal. However, It can be a difficult decision to make on whether to appeal against a decision or submit a fresh application and this will often depend on the reasons for refusal.
We understand the anxiety and frustration caused on receiving a rejection of your visa application. We can be on hand to assist at this crucial time and have a wealth of experience in assisting with immigration appeals, from drafting grounds of appeal to preparing for a full hearing with representation.
If your UK spouse, civil partner or unmarried partner visa application is refused with no right to appeal, we can assist by way of Judicial Review. At Duncan Lewis Solicitors, we are experts at challenging the Home Office through Judicial Review. Our team of UK immigration solicitors are highly experienced with making Judicial Review claims against the UK Home Office.
For a free initial consultation over the telephone with one of our expert UK immigration lawyers, call us today on +44(0)203 114 1198 or e-mail us at privateimmigration@duncanlewis.com.
We understand that there some couples and families that are on low income and are not able to meet the financial threshold (income of £18,600). You may be exempt from meeting the financial requirement if you are in receipt of certain benefits.
However, there are some couples and families who do not meet the financial threshold who may still be able to apply for their spouse, fiancé, civil partner or unmarried partner to enter the UK. The Home Office updated their policy relating to the minimum financial threshold of £18,600 to include the following:
If you are a British national or are settled in the UK, any children or adults who depend upon you may be able to come to the UK to live with you. These applications must be made from outside the UK.
To be considered for this visa, a child must be:
Our team will be able to assess your personal circumstances and advise you on your child’s eligibility for this visa.
Bringing adopted children into the UK requires you to prove that, in addition to the above, you have full and genuine parental responsibility. One of our immigration fee earners will be able to advise you on how to meet these requirements.
You will be able to apply for an Adult dependent relative visa if you:
The immigration rules and guidance in relation to making an application can be very complex and daunting not to mention ever changing. The most common reasons for refusal include misunderstanding the rules, failing to include the correct supporting documents in the format required and often obtaining inaccurate advice leading to a rejection.
As a regulated law firm, with a leading immigration team recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers, all work is undertaken by experience professionals. We will ensure that your application is thoroughly prepared in accordance with the latest rules, with the correct supporting documents and vetted carefully before final submission to the immigration authorities.
Once your visa has been granted, we will be able to provide further information on what will happen on your arrival in the UK.
If you think you or your dependent relative might be eligible for this visa, you can contact a member of our immigration team for further advice or to start the visa application process today on +44(0)203 114 1198 or e-mail us at privateimmigration@duncanlewis.com
The Immigration Act 2014 has had a significant impact on the right of appeal if your application has been refused.
Most dependant relative visas will attract a full right of appeal on refusal. However, it can be a difficult decision to make on whether to appeal against a decision or submit a fresh application and this will often depend on the reasons for refusal.
We understand the anxiety and frustration caused on receiving a rejection of your visa application. We can be on hand to assist at this crucial time, with a wealth of experience in assisting with immigration appeals, from drafting grounds of appeal to preparing for a full hearing with representation.
If your UK child dependent or adult dependent visa application is refused with no right to appeal, we can assist by way of Judicial Review. At Duncan Lewis Solicitors, we are experts at challenging the Home Office through Judicial Review. Our team of UK immigration solicitors are highly experienced with making Judicial Review claims against the UK Home Office.
For a free initial consultation over the telephone with one of our expert UK immigration lawyers, call us today on +44(0)203 114 1198 or e-mail us at privateimmigration@duncanlewis.com.
If your asylum case is successful and the Home Office has granted you refugee status or humanitarian protection you may be eligible to make an application for your family member(s) to be granted leave in line with your status in the UK.
You must be a family a member of a person who has been granted refugee status or humanitarian protection in the UK and you were part of their family unit prior to them fleeing their country of nationality or country of habitual residence. A family member is defined as follows:
Your partner is someone you are in a genuine relationship with. You must be able to prove one of the following:
Children who are 18 years of age or more may still be able to enter the UK or be granted leave to remain under exceptional or compassionate circumstances.
An application for family reunion can be made by the application abroad or in the UK. The immigration rules and guidance in relation to making an application for family reunion can be very complex and daunting not to mention ever changing. The most common reasons for refusal include misunderstanding the rules, failing to include the correct supporting documents in the format required and often obtaining inaccurate advice leading to a rejection.
As a regulated law firm, with a leading immigration team recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers all work is undertaken by experience professionals. We will ensure that your application is thoroughly prepared in accordance with the latest rules, with the correct supporting documents and vetted carefully before final submission to the immigration authorities.
If you are thinking of making an application or would like to discuss the requirements, please contact us today on +44(0)203 114 1198 or e-mail us at privateimmigration@duncanlewis.com.
The Immigration Act 2014 has had a significant impact on the right of appeal if your application has been refused.
Most applications for family reunion will attract a full right of appeal on refusal. However, it can be a difficult decision to make on whether to appeal against a decision or submit a fresh application and this will often depend on the reasons for refusal.
We understand the anxiety and frustration caused on receiving a rejection of your visa application. We can be on hand to assist at this crucial time and have a wealth of experience in assisting with immigration appeals, from drafting grounds of appeal to preparing for a full hearing with representation.
If your application for family reunion visa application is refused with no right to appeal, we can assist by way of Judicial Review. At Duncan Lewis Solicitors, we are experts at challenging the Home Office through Judicial Review. Our team of UK immigration solicitors are highly experienced with making Judicial Review claims against the UK Home Office.
For a free initial consultation over the telephone with one of our expert UK immigration lawyers, call us today on +44(0)203 114 1198 or e-mail us at privateimmigration@duncanlewis.com.