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A UK Ancestry Visa is a visa route available to Commonwealth Citizens and British Overseas Citizens who have a grandparent born in the UK, the Channel Islands, or the Isle of Man. It allows eligible applicants to live, work, and study in the UK for up to five years, with a direct pathway to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) and eventually British Citizenship.
This visa is designed for individuals who have a genuine ancestral connection to the UK and want to build their life here. It is one of the more flexible UK immigration routes, as it does not require sponsorship, a job offer, or a minimum salary. You simply need to demonstrate that you can maintain yourself in the UK without accessing public funds.
Although the Ancestry Visa is a popular route, the evidence requirements can be high, especially when proving a grandparent’s birth and establishing the family link. At Migration Advice Services, we guide you through the entire process, gather the correct documentation, and prepare a strong application to maximise your chances of success.
If you believe you may qualify for a UK Ancestry Visa, we would be pleased to support you on your immigration journey.
*Please note that this list is non-exhaustive and further information may be required and advised upon seeing our instruction*
** Please note that if you have a dependant partner or child under 18, and wish to bring them with you as part of your application this is something that can be done. We ask that you please mention this when contacting us as the main applicant about their eligibility and fees.
FAQ
You will be granted a visa for five years. After completing this 5 year qualifying period, you can then apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) if you meet the requirements.
Once you have successfully obtained ILR, you will then be eligible to apply to become a British Citizen through Naturalisation. After you have Naturalised, you can apply for a British Passport.
A UK Ancestry Visa is one of the most flexible immigration routes available. It gives you significant freedom to live your life in the UK without many of the restrictions found in other visa categories.
If you hold an Ancestry Visa, you are allowed to:
The only key restriction is that you cannot access public funds, meaning you must be able to support yourself financially while in the UK.
No, you do not need to show proof of a secure job offer, only that you have an intention and are taking active steps to obtain employment.
Pricing
This is the fee that the Home Office will charge for the application. This is not included in MAS costs.
These are the costs charged to you by us. 50% is taken upfront, remaining 50% taken prior to submission.
This is shown for illustrative purposes of the total amount payable by you. Price made up of MAS and Home Office fees.
**Please note, you may have to pay the Immigration Health Care Surcharge.
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If you would like expert assistance with your application, we would be pleased to work with you and support you in achieving a successful outcome.
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