Parent of a UK Child
Tailored support for parents seeking to remain in the UK with their British or settled child.
£350 fixed service fee
Applicable to whichever route you need. Home Office fees are paid separately.
Who qualifies for a UK Parent of a British Child visa?
Under Appendix FM, a parent can obtain leave to remain if their child is under 18 and either a British citizen or has lived in the UK for at least 7 continuous years. The applicant must have sole parental responsibility or direct access in person with the child, play an active role in the child's upbringing, and be able to adequately maintain and accommodate themselves.
Route Type
Appendix FM Parent Route
5-year or 10-year settlement pathway
Child Criteria
British or 7 Years UK Residence
Must be under 18 at date of application
Core Legal Test
Sole Responsibility or Direct Access
Active parental involvement required
Right to Work
Full Work Rights Included
Settlement route to Indefinite Leave
Advisory Fee
£350 Fixed Fee
Full representation and statement drafting
About this application service
The parent route allows a parent to remain in the UK to look after a British or settled child. It carries a sole-responsibility test and specific evidence demands. Our advisers assess your eligibility and build a robust case.
Who it's for
Parents of a child who is a British citizen or has settled status in the UK, who want leave to remain to care for them — including parents who have been refused before and need a properly prepared fresh or further application.
What's involved
An eligibility and sole-responsibility assessment, preparation of the evidence bundle and supporting statement, and planning for extensions and long-term settlement.
The sole-responsibility test
The Home Office looks at whether you are the parent with sole responsibility for the child's upbringing, or whether the child would not be adequately cared for without you. We help evidence this clearly.
What the £350 fee includes
- Eligibility and sole-responsibility assessment
- Evidence bundle and statement preparation
- Extension and long-term settlement planning
Frequently asked questions
What does 'sole responsibility' mean?
It means you are the parent who makes decisions about your child's upbringing — matters such as where they live and are educated. It is evidenced through documents and a supporting statement, which we prepare with you.
Can I work on a parent visa?
Parent route grants normally carry the right to work. We confirm the conditions attached to your specific grant.
How long is the parent route valid for?
It is granted on a temporary basis and can be extended, eventually leading to settlement. We plan the renewal and settlement timeline with you.
Discuss this route with an adviser
Tell us about your parent of a uk child application. We will review your circumstances and explain the exact next step — before you spend anything.