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UK Dependent Visa: bringing your spouse and children
Rules tightened in 2024 — here's who still qualifies and how to prepare.
Earthlink Editorial • 6 February 2026 • 1 min read
Since January 2024, only research-based postgraduate students (PhD, DPhil, other doctoral research) and government-sponsored students can bring dependents on the Student route.
Skilled Worker route still permits dependents at all salary levels. Financial requirement: £845/month per dependent, held for 28 days pre-application.
Rules and financial requirements can change. Stonebridge Legal Solutions alone advises on eligibility and handles UK dependant visa applications for Earthlink clients.
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