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Can I include my family on my application?

This section explains how you can include your dependants (family) in your domestic worker application. The section explains who you can include as a dependant and how long they will be allowed to stay in the United Kingdom.

For someone to be eligible to be included in your application as your dependant they must they must obtain entry clearance and be:

  • your husband, wife or civil partner; or
  • your unmarried or same-sex partner; or
  • your child aged under 18.

To be considered as your unmarried or same-sex partners, you and your partner must have been living together in a relationship akin to marriage for the last two years. You must be intending to continue to live together in the United Kingdom. You will also need to show us that any previous marriage or similar relationship by either partner has permanently broken down.

If you have any children aged 18 or over you will not be able to include them in your application. They will need to make an application in their own right. The form they need to use will depend on the type of application you are making.

You should read the page on the application process for details of how you and your dependants should make your applications. The application process will depend on where you are your dependants are living at the time of your application.

Can my dependants work in the United Kingdom?

Anyone we give permission to enter or stay in the United Kingdom as your dependant will be given permission to enter, remain in the United Kingdom for the same length of time as you. They will be able to work while they are in the United Kingdom, however any employment must not be necessary to support you or any other dependant.

Can my dependant make their own application?

If they wish, your dependant can apply for permission in their own right. If they do this they will need to meet the requirements of the immigration category under which they intend to apply. In these circumstances their application will be considered separately to yours and we cannot guarantee that both applications will be successful or that you will be given permission to enter, remain or settle for the same length of time.

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