If you are the dependent of a visa holder in the UK, you can also file a Tier 2 visa application and seek entry clearance to the UK. The dependents may submit such an application along with the application of principal applicant if he/she is applying from outside the UK. The things that a dependent must keep in mind are discussed as under for an assistance.
Eligibility Requirements
The eligibility requirements for this visa category are mentioned below
• First and foremost requirement is possession of a valid passport and visa
• The person applying should fall under the definition of a dependent, which includes a spouse, partner, a child under or over 18 years of age. Only a valid and genuine dependent is eligible to obtain a tier 2 dependant visa
• In addition, the Tier 2 general visa holder or a primary applicant must have a valid Certificate of Sponsorship
• Must fulfill other relevant criteria, devised for Tier 2 visa
The passport possessed by both the applicants should be valid and must have a validity period more than 6 months beyond the duration of stay. The passport must have a vacant page, which is required by the UKVI for pasting the relevant visa.
Application Form
The application form should be completed and submitted by each dependent separately. In addition, it is also required to provide a copy of these forms. Apart from the paper application, you can also utilize the services of online application portal, which works under the control of the Consulate of the United Kingdom. The application form can only be filled and submitted after paying the required visa fee. This is a simple to fill form and what you have to do is to follow the instructions.
Documents to be Attached
• A birth certificate or marriage certificate should be attached to the application form. It is essential to prove the actual relationship between the dependent and primary applicant
• A copy of Certificate of Sponsorship (COS) should also be furnished by the sponsor. It is necessary, as it unleashes all the required information associated with the sponsor i.e personal and job details
• The documents which are in a language other than English needed to be translated. The applicant must provide certified translations of all these documents.
Things You Should Know
Once you have completed the online visa application, getting an appointment for submitting your biometric information is the next step. The applicant may show some patience as it takes a while to schedule an appointment. The most important thing to remember is that you should bring your passport and receipt at the time of appearing for biometric information.
Biometric Information
During the process of biometric information, a digital photograph of the applicant is taken. In addition, all the fingers of such an applicant are scanned for obtaining the impressions. Even the biometric information of minors who are under 5 years is also obtained. Once you have undergone your biometric session, you can file the tier 2 visa application after 24 to 36 hours.
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