If you are looking to bring your brother to the UK, there are several types of UK visas available such as family visitor visas, ancestry visas, and ADR visas.
The UK does not have a specific visa category for bringing your brother to the country for general family reunion purposes. The primary family visa categories in the UK are designed for spouses, partners, children, and dependent parents.
Bringing a brother or sister to the UK can be a complex and challenging process, as UK immigration laws are generally strict when it comes to sponsoring family members.
However, there may be some exceptional circumstances under which you could potentially bring your brother to the UK.
Please get in touch with our immigration lawyer on 0161 989 9370 or fill in the enquiry form to get legal advice and assistance with your brother’s UK visa application.
Table of Contents
- How can I bring my brother to the UK?
- Requirements for a Standard Visitor visa?
- Requirements for an Adult Dependent Relative (ADR) visa?
- How can an immigration lawyer help you?
- Need legal advice or help from an immigration lawyer?
How can I bring my brother to the UK?
If you want to bring your brother to the UK, you might consider the following visa options, although they are limited:
UK Visitor visa
Your brother can apply for a Standard Visitor visa, allowing him to visit the UK for up to six months. However, this visa is typically for tourism, business, or short-term visits, and it does not allow for long-term stays.
UK Ancestry visa
If your brother has a grandparent born in the UK, he might be eligible for an Ancestry visa. This visa allows him to work and live in the UK for up to five years. After this period, he may apply for settlement.
Adult Dependent Relative (ADR) visa
If your brother is entirely dependent on you due to specific circumstances (e.g., serious illness), there may be a possibility for him to apply for an Adult Dependent Relative visa.
The UK Adult Dependent Relative visa is a category of visa that allows a person who is either a British citizen or a settled person in the UK to bring an elderly dependent relative to live with them in the UK. This visa is designed for individuals who have a close family member, such as a parent, grandparent, or sibling who requires long-term care and financial support due to illness, disability, or other exceptional circumstances.
Each visa category has its own specific requirements and eligibility criteria. The application process can be complex, and it's important to provide the necessary documentation and meet financial and accommodation requirements.
What are the requirements for a Standard Visitor visa?
To apply for a UK Visitor visa, your brother will need to meet certain requirements and provide specific documentation as part of his application. Here are the general requirements for a UK Visitor visa:
- You must demonstrate that you are genuinely visiting the UK for one of the allowed purposes, such as tourism or visiting family.
- You must not intend to stay in the UK for longer than the period allowed by your visa (usually up to six months).
- If you're visiting family or friends, a letter of invitation from your host in the UK can be helpful.
- You should be able to demonstrate that you can financially support yourself during your stay in the UK. This can include bank statements or a letter of sponsorship.
- You should provide details of where you plan to stay while in the UK, whether it's with family, friends, or at a hotel.
- You need to show that you have strong ties to your home country, which can include employment, family, or other commitments that will ensure your return after your visit.
You must also meet all the other eligibility requirements depending on type of application and your personal circumstances. Please contact us for an initial assessment to determine your eligibility, and to discuss the options.
What are the requirements for an Adult Dependent Relative (ADR) visa?
The Adult Dependent Relative (ADR) visa is for individuals who are dependent on a close family member in the UK and need long-term care and support. The requirements for an ADR visa include:
- You must be over 18 years of age.
- You must be a relative of a British citizen or a person settled in the UK.
- You must require long-term personal care to perform everyday tasks, such as washing, dressing, and eating, due to illness, disability, or age.
- The care you need must not be available or affordable in the country where you currently reside, either because it is not available or because there is no one to provide it.
- Your sponsor in the UK must be able to provide proof of their financial ability to support and accommodate you without relying on public funds for at least five years.
Please note that the requirements and eligibility criteria for visas may be subject to change, so it is always recommended to seek legal advice when considering an Adult Dependent Relative visa application.
You must also meet all the other eligibility requirements depending on type of application and your personal circumstances. Please contact us for an initial assessment to determine your eligibility, and to discuss the options.
Keep in mind that the process of bringing a brother to the UK can be challenging, and there is no guarantee of success. It's essential to be prepared for a potentially lengthy and complex application process. Legal advice is crucial in these cases to ensure that you follow the correct procedures and meet all the necessary requirements.
How can an immigration lawyer help you?
As part of our immigration services for your immigration application, our expert immigration lawyer will:
- Assess your eligibility for the relevant visa type by fully considering your circumstances.
- Advise you on the required supporting documents to be submitted in support of your immigration application.
- Assess all the documents to ensure that the documents you provide are as per the requirements of the Immigration Rules.
- Advise you on strengths and potential weaknesses in your visa application and how you can overcome such weaknesses (if any).
- Complete the online immigration draft application form to share it with you for cross-checking.
- Submit your application online and schedule your biometrics appointments with the relevant commercial partner of the UKVI.
- Prepare a detailed cover letter in support of the immigration application explaining in detail how you are meeting all the requirements of the Immigration Rules so that you have the maximum chance of succeeding in your visa application.
- Upload all the supporting documents online in support of the immigration application in their correct format and order.
- Dealing and responding to any caseworker enquiries or correspondence from the Home Office caseworker for any further documents or information concerning your pending immigration application.
- Do all the follow-up work on your immigration application until a decision is received from the Home Office UKVI.
Contact our experienced and friendly immigration lawyer on 0161 989 9370 or fill in our enquiry form to get reliable & confidential immigration advice and legal assistance with a UK visa application or any other immigration matter.
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