Family Visa
Legal Advice and Application Support
Family visa routes allow individuals to join loved ones in the UK or remain with them lawfully. These applications often involve complex legal rules, personal evidence, and strict requirements. At Rashid Solicitors, we provide solicitor-led support for parents, children, and family members applying for UK visas under family life provisions.
Family visa routes allow individuals to join loved ones in the UK or remain with them lawfully. These applications often involve complex legal rules, personal evidence, and strict requirements. At Rashid Solicitors, we provide solicitor-led support for parents, children, and family members applying for UK visas under family life provisions.
What is a family visa?
A family visa lets you join or stay with close relatives in the UK.
This may include
- Parent of a British child
- Child applying to join or remain with a parent in the UK
- Medical or mental health reasons
- Adult dependant relatives in need of long-term care
Each route has specific eligibility rules. We help you understand the correct category, prepare your documents, and meet the legal criteria.
Who can apply?
You may be eligible for a UK family visa if
- You are the parent of a British citizen or someone settled in the UK
- You are a child of someone with limited or settled UK status
- You are an adult dependant who needs personal care from a UK-based relative
- You can meet financial, accommodation and English language requirements
- You have family ties that fall under Article 8 (right to private and family life)
We will assess your case carefully and help you decide on the most suitable route.
Fixed fee for family visa legal support
Service
Family Visa Application
(Parent, Child, or Adult Dependant)
What’s included
Full legal consultation, document checklist, application preparation
Fixed fee
£850
(No VAT)
Included
- Consultation with a qualified solicitor
- Document checklist and legal review
- Drafting of cover letter and legal explanation
- Guidance on biometric enrolment and uploads
-
Review of your family relationship
and immigration status -
Preparation and submission of the online
visa application
Not included
- Interpreter or translation services
- Medical or care evidence (if required)
- Tribunal or court representation
-
Home Office visa fees or
Immigration Health Surcharge
If you require representation at an appeal or hearing, this is not included in the fixed fee and will be quoted separately.
We will always confirm this before any extra work begins.
Please note
External costs such as visa application fees, translations, or third-party evidence may apply.
We will help you understand these in full before submission.
Disbursements and Additional Costs
Some immigration matters may involve payments to third parties. These are called disbursements.
They are not part of our legal fee and are usually payable directly to the provider or through us with your approval.
We will always explain any disbursement in advance so you can plan accordingly.
You may be eligible for a UK family visa if
Common disbursements in immigration matters may include
- Home Office application fees
- Immigration Health Surcharge
- Interpreter or translation services
- Medical or expert reports
- DNA testing (if required by the Home Office)
- Barrister or advocate fees (for hearings or appeals)
- Document certification or courier services
- Life in the UK or English language test fees
How long does it take?
We aim to prepare your application within two to three weeks of receiving all your documents.
Typical decision times from the Home Office are
- 8 to 12 weeks for standard applications
- Up to 24 weeks for adult dependant relative visas
- Priority services may be available in some categories
We will advise you on the options available during your consultation.
Why legal advice matters
Family visa refusals often happen due to
- Incomplete or inconsistent documents
- Failing to show financial support or care needs
- Unclear family relationships or legal guardianship
- Mistakes in the application form
We help reduce these risks by carefully reviewing your case and submitting a well-prepared application.
Why choose Rashid Solicitors?
We are a regulated law firm, authorised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Our Principal Solicitor has over 20 years of experience and has advised on complex human rights and protection claims.
We treat your case with the care it deserves, without judgment or delay.
You will always speak directly with a solicitor, and you will be told in writing who is handling your matter.
Best value for money
We provide fixed-fee services with full legal oversight.
You will receive clear guidance, a written agreement, and regular updates.
You will not be charged for hidden extras, and we only continue if you approve the next step.
Language support
We offer advice in Bengali, Sylheti, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, Arabic, Somali, and various Baltic languages.
If you need interpreting, we can arrange this. Please tell us your language needs when booking.
Who will handle your case
We will provide a client care letter confirming what is included and how to contact us.
how we work
Free 15 Min Consultation
24/7 Access for Urgent cases
Fixed Fees No hidden charges
Frequently asked question
Yes. You may be eligible as a parent if your child is British or settled, and you have shared parental responsibility or an active role in their upbringing. We will assess your eligibility before starting.
This is for elderly or disabled relatives who need long-term care from a family member in the UK. The requirements are strict and must show care cannot be provided elsewhere.
This depends on your current immigration status. In some cases, switching to a family visa is allowed. We will confirm whether you are eligible to apply from within the UK.
Yes, in most family routes. You will need to show that you or your sponsor can support you without public funds. This may include payslips, bank statements, or benefit letters.
As of 2025, the Home Office family visa fee is approximately £1,048, plus the Immigration Health Surcharge of £1,035 per year. We will confirm all fees before submission.
No. The fixed fee covers application support only. If your case needs to go to a tribunal or appeal, we will discuss a separate fee with you and only proceed with your approval.
Yes, if they are dependants and eligible under the same route. We will review their documents and advise whether they need separate applications.
Yes. All appointments are private and protected by solicitor-client confidentiality. Your information will not be shared without your consent.
Book your free 15-minute consultation
We offer a free, confidential consultation to assess your family visa case and confirm what support we can provide.
There is no pressure to proceed, and you will have time to consider all your options.
