Visa assistance for the family of a Ukrainian citizen in the UK

How to register family members of a Ukrainian citizen in the UK

The consultation includes an algorithm for obtaining a UK visa for family members of a Ukrainian citizen or a person who has settled status, UK citizenship or refugee/humanitarian protection. Lawyers analyse whether the agreement is suitable through the Ukraine Family Scheme, Homes for Ukraine Sponsorship or Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme.

A step-by-step explanation is provided: from checking the sponsor's status in the UK to submitting an online application and completing biometrics.

Lawyers' actions to obtain a visa:

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   Analysis of the sponsor's status and their right to apply.
2. Preparation of proof of family ties (marriage, child, parents, grandparents).
3. Support in registering applications for each family member.
4. Instructions on submitting biometric data at the Visa Application Centre or online.

As a result, the client will complete the application process without errors, receive a decision from the Home Office and be able to enter the country with their family.

What documents are required for a visa for a Ukrainian family

The consultation covers explanations of all the necessary documents to ensure a complete package of evidence for the visa authorities: applicant's ID, sponsor status, proof of family relationship, insurance, sources of income (if required).

Actions taken by lawyers to compile a complete set of documents:

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  Assessment and preparation of passport, SIP (settled or pre-settled status) for the sponsor.
• Compilation of family relationship certificates with translation into English.
• Support in preparing a case for each family member.
• Verification of forms – online application, additional accompanying letters.

As a result, the client has a package of documents that meets the requirements of the Home Office and is ready for submission.

Express consultation on visas for Ukrainian refugee families

If you need to urgently obtain visas for family members — for example, for reunification after arrival — Consultant provides quick advice and effective support.

Actions taken by lawyers to provide urgent assistance:

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  Quick analysis of sponsorship rights and the scope of documents.
• Priority preparation of the application in the UKVI system.
• Consultation on the accelerated process at the VAC or online.
• Monitoring of the application status until a positive result is achieved.

As a result, the client will receive a clear action plan, verified documents and will be able to speed up the visa process.

Choosing the best visa category for the family of a Ukrainian citizen

The legal marketplace Consultant helps to determine which visa scheme is the most optimal — Ukraine Family Scheme (closed in 2024), Homes for Ukraine Sponsor Scheme or the new Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme, which will start operating this year.

Actions of lawyers to select the best scheme:

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  Assessment of the sponsor's eligibility based on status (British, settled, refugee).
• Comparison of the conditions of the Ukraine Family Scheme and Homes for Ukraine.
• Preparation for the future Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme.
• Recommendations on further ways to legalise and extend status.

As a result, the client receives strategic advice on which scheme to choose, how to prepare for possible changes, and which documents to prepare in advance.