EEA CITIZEN FAMILY VISA TO THE UK

The UK is part of the European Economic Area (EEA) and therefore permits free movement between nationals of its Member States. An EEA national who resides in the UK, or who intends to reside in the UK, and is economically active can sponsor a dependent Child, Fiancé(e), Grandchild, Great Grandchild, Grandparent, Great Grandparent, Parent or Unmarried partner.

Non-EEA nationals whose family member is exercising their Treaty Rights in the UK may apply for an initial five-year residence family permit. This allows the applicant to live, work and study in the UK without restriction.

Ultimately the applicant may be able to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain and British Nationality.

DO I QUALIFY FOR AN EEA CITIZEN FAMILY VISA TO THE UK?

Our Free EEA Citizen Family Visa Eligibility Assessment is designed to instantly determine if you are eligible to join your family in the UK.

EEA CITIZEN FAMILY VISA BASIC REQUIREMENTS

To obtain an EEA Citizen Family Visa it is necessary for you to fulfil the basic prerequisites set out by UK Immigration Authorities.

To qualify for an EEA Citizen Family Visa there are basic requirements that must be met. In the case of spouse / partners both parties must be at least 18 years and in a genuine relationship. In the case of other family members the applicant must be dependent on their relative.

EEA CITIZEN FAMILY VISA ENTITLEMENTS

The time period of your Family Visa will vary according to the information submitted to show how long your EEA family member will be exercising their Treaty Rights. The maximum duration is five years. Once you have lived in the UK for five years and you satisfy the necessary requirements you may be able to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain. You are permitted to work and study in the UK during this period.

EEA CITIZEN FAMILY VISA PROCESSING TIME AND COSTS

EEA ASSOCIATION AGREEMENT	OUTSIDE THE UK (ENTRY CLEARANCE)	INSIDE THE UK (FLR)
Government Application Fee	FREE	FREE
Advanced Migration Service	£199
Premium Migration Service	£399
PROCESSING TIMES	4-14 weeks	4-14 weeks
ADVANCED MIGRATION SERVICE Apply for this visa with help from a registered Migration Consultant. PREMIUM MIGRATION SERVICE Let a Migration Consultant manage your visa application for you.