UK Ancestry visa

A UK Ancestry visa is a type of visa that allows people who have a grandparent who was born in the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, or Republic of Ireland to live and work in the UK for up to 5 years.

To be eligible for a UK Ancestry visa, you must be a Commonwealth citizen and have a grandparent who was born in the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, or Republic of Ireland. You must also be 17 years old or older and be able to work and support yourself while in the UK.

You can stay in the UK on a UK Ancestry visa for up to 5 years. After that, you may be able to apply for settlement.

Yes, you can work on a UK Ancestry visa, including part-time and full-time employment.

Yes, you can study on a UK Ancestry visa, but the main purpose of your visit must be to work and experience life in the UK.

Your spouse, civil partner, unmarried or same-sex partner, and children may be able to apply to join you in the UK. They will need to meet the eligibility requirements for dependant visas.

Yes, you may be able to extend your UK Ancestry visa for another 5 years if you continue to meet the eligibility requirements.

The fee for a UK Ancestry visa is currently £516.

The processing time for a UK Ancestry visa application is typically 3 weeks, but it may take longer in some cases.

Yes, you may be able to apply for settlement (also known as indefinite leave to remain) after living in the UK on a UK Ancestry visa for 5 years. You will need to meet the eligibility requirements for settlement.