Can I switch from Tier 4 to dependent visa?
Switching from a Tier 4 study visa to a Tier 4 dependant visa is possible provided that the eligibility and maintenance requirements outlined above are met.
Can I change my Tier 4 visa to Tier 2?
The new Immigration Rules introduced on 29 March 2019 allow students to apply to switch into the Tier 2 category in the UK 3 months prior to the expected completion date of their course. You must be applying from the UK and should apply prior to the expiry of your current Tier 4 visa.
How long does it take to get Tier 2 dependent visa?
What is the processing time for the Dependant visa? From outside the UK, a Dependant visa could take 12 weeks to be processed, from the date of your visa appointment. For an additional fee the application can be submitted using the priority service, which would normally expedite the decision to within 5 working days.
Can you change visa status while in UK?
No. Unfortunately, you cannot switch from a Visitor Visa to any other visa in the UK. The Visitor Visa is intentioned as a way of coming to the UK in order to visit and not for permanent stay in the UK. The UK offers many alternative visa routes for this possibility but the Visitor Visa is not one of them.
Can I bring my spouse under student visa in UK?
Some students are eligible to bring their partner and children to the UK on a dependant visa. You are a government sponsored student on a full-time course that is 6 months or longer. This means you are being financially sponsored for your studies by the UK government or an overseas government.
Can I marry on a Tier 4 visa?
There are no specific restrictions on getting married in the UK while you are on a valid Tier 4 study visa. Once you are married or in a civil partnership, you will be able to apply for a spouse visa, if you meet the eligibility criteria.
Can you switch from spouse visa to Tier 2?
Switching from a Spouse Visa to a Type 2 Visa is no mere formality, but it is possible. Given the range of complexities involved, it is recommended that you seek the guidance of specialist immigration solicitors who can assist you through the process.