UK Ancestry Visa

For Commonwealth citizens with a UK-born grandparent who want to live and work in the UK.

Overview

The UK Ancestry visa allows Commonwealth citizens with a grandparent born in the UK, Channel Islands, or Isle of Man to live and work in the UK for five years, with a path to ILR and citizenship.

Key Requirements

Commonwealth Citizen	Must be a Commonwealth citizen
Grandparent	Grandparent born in UK, Channel Islands, or Isle of Man
Work Intent	Must intend to work or be self-employed in the UK
Age	Must be 17 or over
Maintenance	Must be able to maintain and accommodate yourself

Typical Supporting Documents

Valid passport
Grandparent's birth certificate
Parent's birth certificate (linking you to grandparent)
Your birth certificate
Evidence of intent to work in UK

Send an enquiry

A qualified immigration lawyer will handle your consultation.

Our Step-by-Step Process

Book a consultation

We assess your circumstances and identify the strongest work visa route.

Document collection

We provide a tailored checklist and review every supporting document.

Application preparation

We complete your application and draft any supporting legal representations.

Submission

We submit your application and manage all correspondence with UKVI.

Biometrics

We advise on your biometric appointment and what to expect.

Decision

We inform you of the outcome and advise on your next steps.

Transparent Fees

Fee Type	Amount / Notes
Our Legal Fees	From £800 (exact quote given at consultation based on route and complexity
Home Office Application Fee	Varies by route, typically £719–£1,636 per person
NHS Immigration Health Surcharge	£1,035 per year of visa duration (work routes)
Priority Service	Available, additional Home Office fee applies

Transparency Promise

We always provide a full written breakdown of every cost before we begin your case. No hidden fees, no surprises.

Eligible for UK Ancestry?

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