UK Ancestry Visa

So, you’re fortunate to have a grandparent who was born in the UK? Great! This could be your way to live and work in the UK through a UK Ancestry Visa. However, don’t rush to apply once you’re there. You need to plan this out before you leave your home.

Here’s the scoop: your grandparent or grandad must have been born in the real UK, including the Channel Islands or Isle of Man. We’re talking about the old times—before March 1922. Or perhaps they were born on a ship or plane registered in the UK. Just a heads-up: if they were born in a distant colony or on a military base, that’s out of the question. Sorry, no chance; you may need to try a different visa type!

Who Can Apply for a UK Ancestry Visa?

To qualify for the UK Ancestry Visa, the application needs to satisfy certain requirements. The applicant should be

A Commonwealth citizen
Aged 17 or over on the date of intended arrival to the United Kingdom
Able to prove one of your grandparents was born in the United Kingdom or Islands
Capable of supporting yourself and any dependents you have
Have the means to support yourself and any dependents, and you plan to look for and obtain work in the UK.

If you are a minor, your parent(s) or guardian(s) have given their permission for the application. The applicant also needs to submit a TB certificate, if necessary.

If you are a grandparent, your relationship with the child is either biological or established through an adoption that needs to be legally recognised by the United Kingdom’s adoption laws.

How to Apply for a UK Ancestry Visa

Need to complete this process from a foreign country; cannot transition from a different visa in the UK.
You have up to 3 months prior to your planned trip to start this process.
Complete the form on the UKVI website.
Show documents to establish your identity, citizenship, and family background.
Arrange and go to a location outside the UK for getting your fingerprints taken and a photograph.
Pay the necessary fees.
Get your visa and biometric residence permit once everything is approved.

Handling all of these things may seem hectic. Don’t worry, Canadian Careers Consultants will make the entire process hassle-free. From checking your eligibility criteria to helping you submit the application, our experts will help you in every step and increase your chances of getting the visa successfully.