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Eligible relationship
Confirm how the destination defines spouse, partner, child, parent or another dependant.
Family immigration routes
Plan the relationship evidence and settlement details together.
Family and dependant visa guidance for spouses, children, parents and eligible relatives, subject to destination rules.
Discuss your plansQuick answer
Start with the sponsor, relationship and rights after arrival.
Family visa eligibility depends on the destination, sponsor status, relationship, finances, accommodation and the specific family category.
- Possible applicants
- Spouses, partners, children, parents or eligible relatives
- Core evidence
- Relationship, identity and sponsor status
- May include
- Income, accommodation and dependency evidence
- Important
- Definitions and rights vary by country
Family route decision
Family categories are defined differently by every destination.
The sponsor status, relationship, finances, accommodation and dependency circumstances shape the route and the supporting evidence.
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Sponsor position
Review immigration status, income, accommodation and any undertaking required from the sponsor.
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Relationship evidence
Prepare civil records and other credible evidence relevant to the claimed relationship.
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Rights after arrival
Understand work, study, residence duration, renewal and family responsibilities.
What to check
Understand the route before collecting documents.
Confirm the family category
Countries define spouse, partner, child, parent and dependant eligibility differently.
Prepare relationship evidence
Civil documents, communication history, shared responsibilities and sponsor information may be relevant.
Review rights after arrival
Work, study, residence duration and renewal conditions should be understood before applying.
Preparation sequence
Move forward with the route and responsibilities clear.
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Confirm the category
Match the relationship to the destination definition.
- 02
Review the sponsor
Check status, finances and accommodation requirements.
- 03
Prepare the evidence
Organise relationship, identity and family records.
- 04
Plan the family move
Understand rights, conditions and next residence steps.
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers before you apply.
Can every relative receive a family visa?
No. Eligible relationships and sponsor requirements are defined by each destination.
Can dependants work?
Work rights depend on the visa category and country.
Is relationship evidence always required?
Family routes normally require credible evidence of the claimed relationship and sponsor circumstances.
A useful first conversation
Start with the facts that can change the route.
Tell us the purpose, destination and current stage. A Tristar advisor will review the basics before calling.
- Route-focused discussion
- Personal preparation list
- Human callback
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Share the destination, purpose and current stage. An advisor will call to discuss the service and documents you may need.
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