If your child, aged between 4 and 11, is applying for a Child Student Visa to study at an independent school in the UK, you may be eligible to apply for a Parent of a Child Student Visa to accompany them. This visa allows you to stay in the UK until your child’s visa expires or until they turn 12, whichever happens first.
Why Apply for a Parent of a Child Student Visa?
The Parent of a Child Student Visa enables one parent to stay in the UK to care for their child while they study at an independent school. Key benefits of this visa include:
✔ Staying in the UK for the duration of your child’s studies.
✔ Supporting your child’s education without making the UK your main home.
✔ Ensuring you can provide parental care while your child adjusts to their new environment.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Parent of a Child Student Visa, you must meet the following criteria:
✔ Age Requirement – You must be 18 or older.
✔ Tuberculosis (TB) Certificate – If you are traveling from a country listed in Appendix T of the Immigration Rules, you must provide a valid TB certificate.
✔ Child’s Status – Your child must have or be applying for a Child Student Visa to study at an independent school in the UK.
✔ Child’s Age – Your child must be between 4 and 11 years old at the time of your application.
✔ Living Arrangements – You must live with your child during your stay in the UK.
✔ Financial Evidence – You must have enough funds to support yourself, with a minimum of £1,560 per month for up to 9 months. If you are caring for other children in the UK, you must show an additional £625 per month per child.
✔ Funds History – You must prove that you have held the required funds for at least 28 days before your application.
✔ Accommodation – You must have sufficient funds to maintain your main home outside the UK.
Restrictions Under the Parent of a Child Student Visa
Once your Parent of a Child Student Visa is granted, please be aware of the following restrictions:
🚫 You will not have access to public funds.
🚫 You cannot work or study while in the UK on this visa.
🚫 Your primary role is to care for your child during their studies.
🚫 You may be required to register with the police if specified under Part 10 of the Immigration Rules.
When Must I Apply for a Parent of a Child Student Visa?
The Parent of a Child Student Visa must be applied for at the same time as your child’s Child Student Visa application. It is essential to ensure that both applications are processed together, allowing you to travel to the UK with your child.
How We Can Help
Navigating the application process for a Parent of a Child Student Visa can be challenging. At JNS Solicitors, we specialise in ensuring that both the Child Student Visa and Parent of a Child Student Visa are obtained smoothly and simultaneously.
Our experienced immigration solicitors will guide you through the entire process, ensuring that all requirements are met and that all necessary documents are provided.
Let us help make your move to the UK seamless. Contact JNS Solicitors today for expert, personalised legal support.