Overview
The Child / Dependant Child Visa is for eligible children joining a parent or family sponsor in the UK. The main goal is to show the child’s relationship to the sponsor and that the child’s living and support arrangements are properly planned.
Who this route is for
- Children under 18 joining a parent in the UK
- Dependant children applying with or after a main applicant (route-dependent)
What you typically need
- Proof of the parent-child relationship
- Evidence of care arrangements and living plans
- Financial support evidence (where required)
- Any route-specific documents connected to the main sponsor’s status
Common supporting documents
- Child’s passport and identity documents
- Child’s birth certificate
- Parent’s passport and visa/status proof
- Evidence of accommodation and financial support
- Custody/consent documents (where applicable)
How we help
We ensure the child’s documents are correctly linked to the main applicant/sponsor, and we present care and support evidence in a clear, logical way.