A family friend can only sponsor your trip to the UK if they meet certain qualifying requirements. To get a family friend to sponsor your trip to the UK, you must follow these steps:
Establish the Family Friend’s Eligibility
The family friend sponsoring you needs to be a citizen of the UK and have the financial means to do so. Also, they must show that they have made accommodations for you and are supporting you.
Choose the correct visa category
Depending on your reason for visiting the UK and the length of your stay, one or more visa categories may be suitable for you. Depending on your specific situation, you might need to apply for a visitor’s, student’s, or work visa.
Meet the Requirements
To be eligible for a UK visa, you must meet the requirements for the particular category of visa you are applying for. This might include requirements like financial stability, fluency in English, and good moral character.
Gather supporting documents
To support your visa application, you will need to compile many supporting documents, such as evidence of your relationship with your family friend, evidence of your financial stability, and evidence of your housing.
Application Submission
You can submit your visa application after gathering all the required paperwork. Submitting an exact and full application is important because incomplete applications may lead to delays or rejections.
Wait for a Decision
You must wait for a decision after submitting your visa application. A UK visa takes between three and six months to process.
In summary, a family friend could support your trip to the UK. Yet, the procedure involves many procedures, including assessing the family friend’s eligibility, selecting the appropriate visa category, fulfilling the eligibility requirements, compiling supporting documentation, and submitting the application. Don’t be afraid to reach us if you have any inquiries or need help with your visa application. If you follow the steps above, you should be ok.
FAQ
How much money is required to sponsor someone’s entry into the United Kingdom?
If you are applying as a partner, you and your partner must have a combined income of at least £18,600 per year. You wish to settle in the United Kingdom within five years (obtain “indefinite leave to remain”).
