Overview
A clear path through Adult Dependent Relative.
One of the strictest routes in the Rules — the Adult Dependent Relative visa is for parents, grandparents or adult children who, as a result of age, illness or disability, require long-term personal care that cannot reasonably be provided in their home country.
Success demands meticulous medical evidence and a clear demonstration that suitable care is unavailable or unaffordable abroad. We have a strong track record on this route.
Who it's for
Is this the right route for you?
- Elderly parents or grandparents needing personal care
- Adult children with serious disability needing daily support
Eligibility
Are you eligible?
- Sponsor is British citizen or settled in the UK
- Relative requires long-term personal care
- Care unavailable or unaffordable abroad
Documents
What you'll need to prepare.
- Detailed medical reports from treating clinicians
- Country evidence on care availability and cost
- Sponsor's evidence of ability to maintain and accommodate
- Relationship and dependency evidence
Process
How we work, step by step.
- 1
Initial consultation
We assess your situation, eligibility and the strongest route forward.
- 2
Document strategy
We prepare a tailored evidence bundle and resolve weak points before submission.
- 3
Application & submission
Your case is filed precisely, with every requirement triple-checked.
- 4
Decision & next steps
We monitor progress, respond to requests, and guide you through the outcome.
Fees & timelines
Transparent, fixed-fee pricing.
Home Office fee £3,250 plus IHS. Our professional fees from £3,500 reflecting the evidential complexity.
Typical Home Office processing: ~24 weeks.
Watch-outs
Common pitfalls to avoid.
- Refusal rates are high — evidence must be overwhelming
- Grant of leave is indefinite from the outset
Why Tide
A safer pair of hands for your application.
We are a boutique UK immigration practice. Every Adult Dependent Relative case is led by a senior specialist — never delegated to a junior caseworker. We are candid about your prospects, strategic about your evidence, and quietly relentless on your behalf.