Publication date: 03.02.2026
My name is Irina Sidorova and I am a lawyer based in London. I have over 18 years of experience in law and prior to moving to the UK I specialized in litigation, corporate support, contract analysis and drafting, and commercial legal support. My expertise includes a detailed analysis of legislative changes and their effective application to protect clients' interests. Thanks to my strategic approach, knowledge of the law and practical experience, I help to avoid legal risks and achieve stability in legal matters.
The legal service “СONSULTANT” assisted a Ukrainian national, including support for Ukrainian refugees, who sought legal advice for family reunification in the United Kingdom under the Family Scheme and Homes for Ukraine programs. The client was legally residing in the country with a valid biometric residence permit, while close relatives remained abroad and required asylum, stable housing, and access to basic protections under refugee rights. UK law and programs such as UK sponsorship allow family reunification if family members have lawful grounds to live together in the United Kingdom, including eligibility for NHS access, benefits, and social services.
Case Background
The client had legal status in the UK and planned to invite his wife and children to live together through the Family Scheme. Some relatives were participating in Homes for Ukraine with support from a host family. Due to complex immigration rules and the need to submit correctly prepared documents for a family visa, as well as the need for visa support and potential visa extension, the client sought professional legal advice. The main goal was to ensure lawful residence of the family in the UK, safeguard employment rights and refugee rights, and avoid delays or visa refusals.
Work Process
- Consultation and case analysis.
“KONSULTANT” lawyers provided legal advice, analyzed the client’s and family’s immigration status, including the validity of the biometric residence permit, checked compliance with UK Home Office requirements under UK sponsorship, Family Scheme, and Homes for Ukraine, and reviewed the necessary documentation to prove eligibility for NHS access, benefits, and social services. - Preparation of document package.
A complete set of documents was prepared for the family reunification visa application: proof of income, housing conditions (including arrangements with a host family), family relationships, and the legal basis for residing in the UK, as well as documents required for visa support and any future visa extension. - Support during the application process and communication with authorities.
We guided the client through all stages, checked the forms for accuracy, liaised with the Home Office, advised on securing employment rights, ensured access to NHS access, benefits, and social services, and provided recommendations to mitigate potential risks of visa refusal or issues related to asylum and refugee rights.
Result
Thanks to the professional support of “KONSULTANT” lawyers and comprehensive visa support, the family reunification visa was successfully granted. The client’s family obtained the right to reside in the United Kingdom, with confirmed NHS access, eligibility for benefits and social services, lawful housing, protection under refugee rights, and recognized employment rights, enabling them to live together and integrate into the country legally after receiving asylum status where applicable.
Why the client chose “СONSULTANT”?
- Expertise in UK immigration matters.
We have experience in family reunification cases under the Family Scheme, Homes for Ukraine, and UK sponsorship, document preparation, and communication with the Home Office. - Individual approach.
We consider each family’s circumstances, the situation of Ukrainian refugees, immigration status, biometric residence permit requirements, financial situation, and housing conditions, including placement with a host family.
Efficiency and reliability.
“KONSULTANT” lawyers control deadlines, provide ongoing visa support, assist with visa extension, ensure proper documentation, and minimize the risk of refusal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question
Who is eligible for family reunification in the UK?
Answer
Applicants legally residing in the UK, including Ukrainian refugees under the Family Scheme, Homes for Ukraine, or UK sponsorship, can invite close family members if they meet Home Office requirements regarding finances, housing, and family relationships, and comply with refugee rights standards.
Question
What documents are required for family reunification?
Answer
Proof of family relationships (marriage/birth certificates), evidence of financial capacity, housing arrangements (including a host family where applicable), documents confirming legal status such as a biometric residence permit, and materials required for visa support and potential visa extension.
Question
How long does a family reunification application take?
Answer
Processing time depends on the visa type and Home Office workload, typically taking several weeks or months.
Question
Is it necessary to hire a lawyer for family reunification?
Answer
Professional legal advice and structured visa support significantly increase the chances of a successful outcome, ensure proper documentation, and minimize the risk of refusal.
Services of the legal service “CONSULTANT”
Our team provides comprehensive support for family reunification in the UK: legal advice, status analysis, document preparation, visa support, assistance with visa extension, communication with the Home Office, guidance on NHS access, benefits, social services, employment rights, housing, and protection of refugee rights, until a positive decision is received.
The family reunification process in the UK can be complex due to documentation and financial requirements, particularly for Ukrainian refugees using Family Scheme, Homes for Ukraine, and UK sponsorship pathways. The “CONSULTANT” team provides reliable legal advice and visa support, helps secure asylum, lawful housing, NHS access, benefits, social services, and employment rights, ensuring the successful reunification of your family in the United Kingdom.
