Overview
The Skilled Worker Dependant Visa allows eligible family members to join or remain with a Skilled Worker in the UK. This route is linked to the main applicant’s visa, meaning the dependant’s permission is tied to the sponsored worker’s status and duration of stay.
Who Can Apply as a Dependant
You may be eligible if you are the Skilled Worker’s:
- Spouse or civil partner
- Unmarried partner (meeting relationship requirements)
- Child under 18
- Child over 18 (if already dependent in the UK)
Key Requirements
A successful application usually needs to show:
- A genuine and qualifying family relationship
- The main Skilled Worker holds (or is applying for) a valid visa
- Sufficient funds to support dependants (unless exempt)
- Linked or clearly connected applications where required
Typical Supporting Documents
Depending on your circumstances, documents may include:
- Passports for dependants
- Marriage certificate or proof of partnership
- Child’s birth certificate (for children)
- Evidence of ongoing relationship (where applicable)
- Financial evidence (if required)
- Main applicant’s visa and sponsorship details
How We Support You
We help ensure relationship evidence is clear, documents are correctly linked to the main applicant, and timelines match the sponsored worker’s visa.