Last updated 2026-07-23
Family visa to United Kingdom for Indian citizens
Travel purpose:
Residence permit
, long stay
, other
Visa overview
Allows family members of UK citizens or residents to join them for long-term or permanent stay. Categories include spouse or partner, parent, child, and adult dependent relative visas. These visas typically lead to settlement and may require the applicant to live in the UK for a minimum period before applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).
Visa validity period
3 months
Consular fee
£2,064 - £3,635 (~$2,748 - ~$4,840)
Select the purpose of your visit
Spouse visa
Eligible individuals
Spouse, partner, family
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
2 years 9 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
£2,064 (~$2,748)
Parent visa
Eligible individuals
Parent, family
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
2 years 9 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
£2,064 (~$2,748)
Child visa
Eligible individuals
Child, family
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
2 years 9 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
£2,064 (~$2,748)
Care visa for family
Eligible individuals
Relative, adult dependent, family
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
Individually
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
£3,635 (~$4,840)