Dependants Of International Sportsperson

The dependant partner and children under the age of 18 of International Sportsperson can apply for dependant visa to stay with International Sportsperson in the UK. Our dependant visa solicitors can provide immigration advice and legal representations for dependant visa for dependants of International Sportsperson. Our specialist team of dependant visa solicitors can help the dependants of International Sportsperson with their dependant visa for the UK. Our highly experienced immigration solicitors have wealth of knowledge and experience to deal with dependant visa applications.

Ask a question to our expert team of immigration solicitors for free immigration advice or schedule an appointment for detailed immigration advice concerning your application as a dependant of International Sportsperson.

Services For Dependants Of International Sportsperson

As specialist immigration solicitors for dependant visa UK, we can provide fast, friendly, reliable and fixed fee legal services for following applications for dependants of International Sportsperson:

Who Can Apply 

Dependants of individuals holding a UK International Sportsperson visa may be eligible to apply for a visa to join or remain with them in the UK. Eligible dependants include a spouse, civil partner, unmarried partner, or children who meet specific criteria. Each applicant must meet the requirements set by the Home Office to be granted permission as a dependant under this route. 

Your Partner  

Your partner may apply as your dependant if one of the following conditions is met: 

• You are married or in a civil partnership recognised in the UK. 
• You have been living together in a relationship similar to marriage or a civil partnership for at least two years prior to the date of application. 
• You have been in a committed relationship for two years but have not been able to live together due to valid reasons, such as work, study, or cultural restrictions. 

If cohabitation has not been possible, evidence must be provided to demonstrate the ongoing nature of the relationship. This may include proof of regular communication, financial support, shared responsibilities for children, or time spent together. 

Your Child  

Your child may apply as your dependant if: 

• They are under the age of 18, including children born in the UK during your stay. 
• They are over 18 but already have valid leave to remain or enter the UK as your dependant. 

For children aged 16 or over, the following conditions must also be satisfied: 

• They must reside with you, unless attending a full-time boarding school, college, or university. 
• They must not be married, in a civil partnership, or have children of their own. 
• They must be financially dependent on you. 

Evidence of the child’s residence may be required, such as bank statements, NHS registration documents, or letters from their educational institution. 

How to Apply 

Dependants of International Sportsperson visa holders must submit individual visa applications. The application process varies depending on whether the applicant is applying from outside or inside the UK. In both cases, applicants will be required to provide supporting documents, prove their identity, and pay the relevant visa fees. 

Applying from Outside the UK 

Partners and children applying from outside the UK must complete separate online applications as a partner or as a child. Each applicant must: 

• Apply before travelling to the UK.
• Provide the visa holder’s application number; known as the Global Web Form (GWF) or Unique Application Number (UAN), which is issued after the main applicant submits their application. 
• Have a blank page in their passport for the visa vignette. 

As part of the application, they must prove their identity either by: 

• Using the UK Immigration: ID Check mobile app to scan their identity document, or 
• Attending a visa application centre to provide fingerprints and a photograph (biometrics). 

If required to attend an appointment, applicants may have to travel to another country if no centre is available locally. The decision is usually made within 3 weeks, and applicants may choose a priority service for faster processing.

Applying from Inside the UK 

Dependants already in the UK can apply to extend or switch their visa, provided they meet the eligibility criteria. They may apply: 

• At the same time as the main visa holder, or 
• At any time before their current visa expires.

This includes children who have turned 18 during their stay. 

Partners or children in the UK on a Student visa may only switch if they have: 

• Completed their sponsored course, or 
• Studied for a PhD for at least 24 months. 

During the application process, they must prove their identity using one of the following methods: 

• Scanning their identity document using the UK Immigration: ID Check app, or 
• Providing biometric information at a UK Visa and Citizenship Application Services (UKVCAS) service point. 

Applicants must not travel outside the UK, Ireland, the Channel Islands, or the Isle of Man until a decision is made. Doing so will result in the application being withdrawn. Decisions are typically issued within 8 weeks, with optional paid services for expedited processing. 

Financial Requirements 

To apply as a dependant of an International Sportsperson visa holder, your partner or child must show they have access to sufficient funds to support themselves during their stay in the UK. These funds can be held by the main applicant or the dependant themselves. 

Required Maintenance Funds: 

• £285 for your partner 
• £315 for one child 
• £200 for each additional child 

Evidence of Funds: 

• You would also need to have £1,270 to support yourself for your own application. 
• The money must have been held for at least 28 consecutive days. 
• Day 28 must fall within 31 days of the date of application. 

The applicant will normally be required to provide bank statements or other financial documents to prove this. 

Exemptions from Financial Requirement: 

You do not need to provide evidence of funds if either: 

• You (and your dependants) have been lawfully in the UK for 12 months or more on a valid visa; or 
• Your employer agrees to cover your family’s living costs during the first month in the UK, and this is confirmed on your Certificate of Sponsorship. 

Processing Times 

Rights of Dependants in the UK 

Dependant partners and children of International Sportsperson visa holders are granted specific rights during their stay in the UK. These rights include access to work and education, with some restrictions in place to maintain compliance with immigration regulations. 

What Your Partner or Child Can Do 

If granted a dependant visa under this route, your partner or child is permitted to: 

• Work in the UK, with the exception of roles as a sportsperson or coach. 
• Study in the UK without restrictions, including full-time education. 
• Travel abroad and return to the UK while the visa remains valid. 
• Apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (settlement) after five years of continuous lawful residence in the UK, provided they meet all applicable eligibility requirements. 

What Your Partner or Child Cannot Do 

While in the UK on a dependant visa, your partner or child is not permitted to: 

• Access public funds, including most UK state benefits. 
• Claim the State Pension. 

These restrictions are consistent with the conditions attached to the International Sportsperson visa route and are intended to ensure that dependants are self-sufficient during their stay in the UK. 

Extending a Visa as a Dependant of an International Sportsperson 

Dependant partners and children already in the UK can apply to extend their visa if the main visa holder is also extending theirs or has already done so. 

Eligibility 

• Must currently hold a valid dependant visa under the International Sportsperson route. 
• Applications can be made alongside the main applicant or before the current visa expires. 
• Children who have turned 18 during the stay remain eligible. 

Application Process 

• Apply online using the appropriate dependant form. 
• Prove identity via the UK Immigration: ID Check app or at a UKVCAS service point. 
• Submit supporting documents as required. 

How Sunrise Solicitors Can Help 

At Sunrise Solicitors, we understand that joining or staying with a loved one in the UK under the International Sportsperson visa route involves complex legal requirements and strict Home Office procedures. With years of experience in UK immigration law, our firm offers dependable, client-focused support to dependant partners and children at every stage of the immigration process. 

We assist with: 

• Entry clearance applications for dependants applying from outside the UK 
• Switching visa categories from within the UK, including from Student or other visa routes 
• Visa extensions, ensuring all eligibility and documentation requirements are met 
• Applications for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after completing five years in the UK 
• Administrative review in the event of refusal, with expert case analysis and representation 

Whether you are applying for the first time or seeking to extend or regularise your stay, Sunrise Solicitors offers clear guidance, strategic case planning, and meticulous attention to detail. Our team of experienced immigration solicitors has a proven track record in successfully handling dependant visa matters, including complex family and documentation issues. We are committed to delivering reliable and personalised legal support, ensuring that each client receives honest advice and representation backed by legal expertise and professional integrity. 

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