FAQS

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions on QC-Immigration

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Can I extend my BNO Visa after 5 years?

Yes, you can extend your visa after five years. It is allowed to be done an unlimited number of times.

BNO Visa

What is the meaning of BNO status?

It is a special status given to Hong Kong residents who were British citizens before the handover of sovereignty to China in 1997.

BNO Visa

Does Entry Clearance as a Parent Lead to Settlement in the UK?

Yes, you may stay in the UK provided you meet the requirements of the next Visa application. To do this, you must be in the country with the Family Visa to the UK for Parents for a qualifying period (usually a minimum of 5 years) before you receive the permanent right to reside (‘indefinite Leave to Remain’). Before extending your visa, check how long it will take for you to settle in the UK.

If you have lived in the UK for many years, you can apply to remain on the basis of your long residence.

Parent Visa

Can You Extend the UK Parent Visa?

Yes, you may extend the Parent's Visa in the UK any time before your current leave to remain in the UK expires.

Planning the timing of renewing the UK long-term Visa for Parents is crucial, as only a maximum of 28 days remaining until the end of the current stay will be added to the new visa.

Parent Visa

How Long Is the Parent Visa Valid?

With the Parents UK Visa, you can stay in the country for 2 years and 9 months. If you are applying as a fiancé, fiancée, or intended civil partner, you can stay in the country for 6 months.

Parent Visa

What Documentation Should I Furnish as Supporting Evidence?

To apply for the Parent Visa UK, you must provide:

  • Your current passport or other valid identification.
  • Copies of the photo page and any visa or entry stamps in your previous passports.
  • A copy of your biometric residence permit, if you have one.
  • Details of any previous immigration applications you have made.
  • Information about your previous offences or current charges, if any.
  • Financial documents confirming that you meet the minimum income requirement.
  • Tuberculosis test results if you are from a country where the test is required.
  • Certified translation of all documents not written in English, Welsh, etc.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact QC Immigration specialists. We will provide expert advice and help prepare a package of documents necessary for the Family Visa for Parents UK.

What Charges And Processing Durations Are Involved?

Registration cost of Family Visa UK for Parents depends on the person you visit and your application method. Thus, if you are applying outside the UK, you must pay £1,846. If in the country, the cost is £1,048.

You must also pay an Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS). For each adult (18 years and over), the cost is £1,035 per year. 

For each child (under 18 years of age), you must pay the IHS fee additionally at £776 per year. 

The decision to issue a long-term UK visa for parents under the Normal service is normally made within 4 months. If the Priority service is available, you may purchase this additionally to place your application in front of the queue to expedite its processing time.

Parent Visa

How Can I Initiate the Application Process?

You can apply for the UK Family Visa for Parents outside the country or while in the UK (using another type of visa). In both cases, you must submit an online application on Gov.uk.

During the application process for the Parent’s Visa for the UK, you will need to fill out an online form, providing personal details and relevant documents.

Parent Visa

What Are the Eligibility Criteria for Parents?

Parent Visa UK is available for parents who:

  • Have sufficient financial resources: you and your partner must have a combined income of at least £18,600 per year to support your residence in the UK.
  • Are citizens of Great Britain or Ireland.
  • Are UK permanent residents (for example, have an indefinite Leave to Remain, settled status, or a document confirming their permanent residence).
  • Be nationals of the EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, or Switzerland and have pre-settled status, i.e., started living in the UK before 1 January 2021.
Parent Visa

What Are the Eligibility Criteria for Children?

To obtain the UK Settlement Visa for parents, the child must meet the following criteria:

  • Be under 18 years of age at the time of application, or under 18 at the time of issue of the first permit.
  • Live with one of the parents in the UK (living away from home for educational purposes, for example, at a boarding school or university hall, is allowed).
  • Not be married or be in a civil partnership.
Parent Visa

How long is the allowed period of stay for Temporary Worker Visa holders?

The length of stay depends on the visa category:

  • For a Seasonal Worker Visa: 6 months (6-month Working Visa UK).
  • For a Charity Worker Visa: 12 months or the period specified in the sponsorship certificate, plus 14 days, whichever is shorter.
  • For Creative Worker Visa: 12 months or the period specified in the sponsorship certificate, plus 28 days, whichever is shorter.
  • For Religious Worker, Government Authorized Exchange, and International Agreement Visas: Up to 24 months or for the period specified in the sponsorship certificate, plus 14 days, whichever is shorter.

Temporary Worker Visa

Is it possible to switch from a Temporary Work Visa to a long-term work visa?

UK Visa Temporary Worker may be changed to a qualifying long-term Work Visa such as the Skilled Worker Visa if you meet the new rules, except Seasonal Worker Visa (6 months’ Work Visa UK).

Temporary Worker Visa

How does the sponsorship process work for a Temporary Worker Visa?

The employer must obtain a Sponsor Licence giving the right to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship, which is a mandatory condition for employing foreign employees requiring Work Visas in the UK.mp

Temporary Worker Visa

How do I get a work permit for the UK without a job offer?

Without a job offer, you will not get a Temporary Workers Visa UK, as this is a mandatory sponsorship requirement.

Temporary Worker Visa

What are the essential requirements for obtaining a Temporary Worker Visa?

To get a Temporary Working Visa UK, you must have a job offer and a Certificate of Sponsorship from your UK licenced employer. In addition, you must have enough funds in your bank account to support your stay in the UK, at least £1,270, unless your employer has certified maintenance.

Temporary Worker Visa
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