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PBS (Dep) Guidance (version 04/2014) - page 1 PBS (DEPENDANT) POLICY GUIDANCE Addendum - PBS Dependant Applications for leave to remain under the Points Based System will fall for refusal if you have overstayed for more than 28 days on the date of application, unless there were exceptional circumstances which prevented you from applying within the 28 day period. The 28 day period of overstaying is calculated from the latest of: • the end of the last period of leave to enter or remain granted, • the end of any extension of leave under sections 3C or 3D of the Immigration Act 1971, or • the point a written notice of invalidity is deemed to have been received, in accordance with paragraph 34C or 34CA of the Immigration Rules, in relation to an in-time application for further leave to remain. If there are exceptional circumstances which prevented you from applying in time you must submit evidence of the exceptional circumstances with your application. The threshold for what constitutes ‘exceptional circumstances’ is high and will depend on the individual circumstances of the case, but for example may include delays resulting from unexpected or unforeseeable circumstances such as the following: • serious illness which meant that you or your representative were unable to submit the application in time (where supported by appropriate medical documentation). • travel or postal delays which meant that you or your representative were unable to submit the application in time. • inability to provide necessary documents. This would only apply to exceptional or unavoidable circumstances beyond your control, such as the Home Office being at fault in the loss of, or delay in returning, travel documents, or delay in obtaining replacement documents following loss as a result of theft, fire or flood (where supported by evidence of the date of loss and the date replacement documents were sought).

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addendum - PBS Dependant

Applications for leave to remain under the Points Based System will fall for refusal if you have overstayed for more than 28 days on the date of application unless there were exceptional circumstances which prevented you from applying within the 28 day period The 28 day period of overstaying is calculated from the latest of

bull theendofthelastperiodofleavetoenterorremaingranted

bull theendofanyextensionofleaveundersections3Cor3DoftheImmigrationAct1971 or

bull thepointawrittennoticeofinvalidityisdeemedtohavebeenreceivedinaccordancewithparagraph34Cor34CAoftheImmigrationRulesinrelationtoanin-time application for further leave to remain

IfthereareexceptionalcircumstanceswhichpreventedyoufromapplyingintimeyoumustsubmitevidenceoftheexceptionalcircumstanceswithyourapplicationThethresholdforwhatconstitutes lsquoexceptional circumstancesrsquo is high and will depend on the individual circumstances ofthecasebutforexamplemayincludedelaysresultingfromunexpectedorunforeseeablecircumstances such as the following

bull seriousillnesswhichmeantthatyouoryourrepresentativewereunabletosubmittheapplicationintime(wheresupportedbyappropriatemedicaldocumentation)

bull travelorpostaldelayswhichmeantthatyouoryourrepresentativewereunabletosubmittheapplicationintime

bull inabilitytoprovidenecessarydocumentsThiswouldonlyapplytoexceptionalorunavoidablecircumstancesbeyondyourcontrolsuchastheHomeOfficebeingatfaultinthelossofordelayinreturningtraveldocumentsordelayinobtainingreplacementdocumentsfollowinglossasaresultoftheftfireorflood(wheresupportedbyevidenceofthedateoflossandthedatereplacementdocumentsweresought)

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This guidance is tobeusedforallpBS(Dependant)applications made on or after 6 April 2014

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contentS

introduction 1Documentswerequire 1

Verificationandotherchecks 2

overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants 5Periods of grant 5ApplyingastheFamilyMemberofaTier12or5migrantintheUK 5

ApplyingastheFamilyMemberofaTier4(General)MigrantintheUK 5

AdditionalevidentialrequirementfordependantchildrenofpBSmigrantswhoarebornintheUK 7

ConditionsofStay 7

Carearrangementsforchildren 8

DoctororDentistintrainingcondition 8

Maintenance Requirement 8FamilymembersofTier1(General)Tier1(entrepreneur)andTier1(postStudyWork)migrants 8

FamilymembersofTier1(Investor)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)migrants 9

FamilymembersofTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)migrants 9

Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant 9Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student 9HowmanymonthsmoneydoesafamilymemberofaTier4(general)Studentneed 11

ThefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwherethestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresenceintheUKiftheTier4(General)StudentisstudyingininnerLondon 11ThefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwherethestudenthasanestablishedpresenceintheUKiftheTier4(General)StudentisstudyingininnerLondon 12

FamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker) 12

Documentswerequire 13

evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under tier 1 2 or 5 13Officialfinancialsponsorshiporgovernmentsponsor 17ChildrenofpBSMigrants 17

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annex a - applicants who have been on a nHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave 20

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introduction

1 ThisdocumentprovidespolicyguidanceforfamilymembersofapBSmigrantItreflectspolicyatthedateofpublicationandwemaychangeitItshouldbereadtogetherwithparagraphs319Ato319KoftheImmigrationRulesForthepurposeoftheseguidancenotesthetermslsquowersquolsquousrsquoandlsquoourrsquorefertotheHomeOfficeWhenwerefertorsquoyoulsquoorrsquoyourlsquothismeansthepBSdependant

2 YoucanapplyasapBSDependantifyoumeetthecriteriasetoutinthisguidanceandtheImmigrationRulesandyouarebullthefamilymemberofapersonwithorapplyingforleaveunderTier124or5ofthepointsBased System or

bullthespouseorpartnerofapersonwithindefiniteleavetoremainorBritishCitizenshipwholastheldleaveinTier12or5ofthepointsBasedSystemandyoudonotyetqualifyforindefiniteleave to remain or

bullthechildofapersonwithindefiniteleavetoremainorBritishCitizenshipwholastheldleaveinTier12or5ofthepointsBasedSystemand

yourotherparentdoesnotyetqualifyforindefiniteleavetoremainand

youlastheldleaveaspBSDependantgrantedonorafter9July2012

3WherewerefertothedependantofaTier12or5migrantallofthesereferenceswillalsoinclude those applicants who are applying for further leave to remain in the PBS dependant categorywhentheirsponsor(theTier12or5migrant)hasgoneontoacquireindefiniteleavetoremainIfyouareapplyingasthedependantofapersonwhohasindefiniteleavetoremainorBritishCitizenshipyoushouldreadthisguidanceasiftheywerestillintheirlastpBSimmigrationcategoryForexampleifthepersonwithindefiniteleavetoremainlastheldpBSleaveinTier1you should read the guidance as if you are applying as the dependant of a Tier 1 migrant

4AfamilymemberofaTier2andTier5pBSmigrantapplyingintheUnitedKingdomcanmaketheirpBS(Dependants)applicationonlineorusingtheequivalentpaperapplicationformFamilymembersofaTier1pBSmigrantapplyingintheUnitedKingdommustmaketheirpBS(Dependants)applicationusingthepaperapplicationform

5ThisapplicationformandmoregeneralinformationareonourwebsiteatwwwgovukDocuments we require

6 You must ensure that you provide all of the necessary supporting documents at the time yousendsusyourapplicationWewillonlyacceptthesupportingdocumentsspecifiedintheImmigrationRules

7 IfyouhavesubmittedbullAsequenceofdocumentsandsomeofthedocumentsinthesequencehavebeenomitted(forexampleifonebankstatementfromaseriesismissing)

bullA document in the wrong format

bullA document that is a copy and not an original document

wemaycontactyouoryourrepresentativeinwritingandrequestthecorrectdocumentsWemustreceivetherequesteddocumentsattheaddressspecifiedintherequestwithin7workingdaysofthedateoftherequestWewillnotaskforfurtherinformationwherewedonotanticipatethatacorrection of minor errors or omissions will lead to an approval

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Ifyouhavesubmittedaspecifieddocumentthatis

bullin the wrong format or

bulla copy and not an original document

wemayapproveyourapplicationexceptionallyifwearesatisfiedthatthespecifieddocumentsaregenuineandthatyoumeetalltheotherrequirementsWereservetherighttorequesttheoriginaldocumentsinthecorrectformatandtorefuseapplicationsifthespecifieddocumentsarenotprovided8 Anydocumentaryevidencethatyouprovidemustbetheoriginal(notacopy)unlesswesay

otherwise9 WhereadocumentisnotinenglishorWelshtheoriginalmustbeaccompaniedbyafullycertifiedtranslationbyaprofessionaltranslatorThistranslationmustincludedetailsofthetranslatorrsquoscredentialsandconfirmationthatitisanaccuratetranslationoftheoriginaldocumentItmustalsobedatedandincludetheoriginalsignatureofthetranslator

10 WeonlyneedevidencethatisdirectlyrelevanttotheapplicationassetoutintheImmigrationRulesandthisguidanceWewillnotconsiderunrelatedevidence

11 IfyouarethedependantofaTier4StudentswhoqualifiesforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouwillberequiredtoprovidefewerevidentialdocumentswhensubmittingyourapplicationWhereyouareexemptedfromhavingtoprovideadocument-oragroupofdocuments-underourdifferentiationarrangementsthiswillbespecificallystatedinthisguidanceTheUKBorderAgencyreservestherighttorequestthesedocuments from you in all cases

12 YouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsifbullTheTier4studentissponsoredbyaHighlyTrustedSponsorand

bullYouareapplyingforleaveatthesametimeastheTier4studentand

bullYou are applying for entry clearance in your country of nationality or for leave to remain in the UKand

bullYouholdthesamenationalityastheTier4studentandbothofyouarenationalsofoneofthecountrieslistedatAppendixHoftheImmigrationRulesYoucancheckthisatwwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules

Verification and other checks

13WeaimtoconsiderapplicationsquicklyHoweverwemustalsobeconfidentthatapplicationsmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesandthattheinformationyouprovideisatruereflectionofyourbackground

14Wewillaskforavarietyofverifiabledocumentstoenableustoconsideryourapplication15WemaywanttocheckthesupportingdocumentsyousendwithyourapplicationThereforeyoumustensurethatalltheevidencecomesfromasourcethatcanbeclearlyidentifiedandthatitcanbeindependentlyconfirmedasbeinggenuine

16 Therearetwosituationsinwhichwewillundertakeacheckbull Verification checksndashwherewehavereasonabledoubtsthatthedocumentsaregenuineor

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bull other checksndashwherewecarryoutfurtherchecksforexamplewherewehavedoubtsaboutanapplicationorthedocumentssentwiththeapplicationbutthedoubtsarenotseriousenoughforustomakeaverificationcheck

Verification checks17 Wherewehavereasonabledoubtsthataspecifieddocumentisgenuinewemaywanttoverify

the document with an independent person or government agency18 ThepurposeofthesechecksistoensurethatthedocumentprovidedisgenuineandaccuratelyreflectsstatementsmadeinyourapplicationIfthedocumentisbeingusedasevidencetosupportyourapplicationwealsowanttoensurethatitmeetstherequirementsoftheRules

19 Verificationmaydelayourdecisiononyourapplicationsowewillonlydoitwhenthereareclear reasons for it

Reasonable doubt20 TherearemanyreasonswhywemaydoubtthataspecifieddocumentisgenuineandwhatweconsidertobeareasonabledoubtwilldependonanindividualapplicationHoweverourjudgmentswillbebasedonthefactswehave

Outcome of verification check21 Therearethreepossibleoutcomesofaverificationcheck

bull Document confirmed as genuineIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisgenuinewewillconsider your application as normal

bull Document confirmed as falseIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationwhetherornotthedocumentisessentialtotheapplicationIfadocumentisconfirmedasfalsewewillnormallyrefusetheapplicationformorethanonereasonForexampleifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefuseyourapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

bull Verification check inconclusiveIfwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsethenwewillignoreitasevidenceIfyouhavesentotherspecifieddocumentsasevidencethatyoumeettherequirementsoftheRuleswewillconsidertheseasnormalIfyouhavenotsentanyotherdocumentsyouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheRules

Refusing applications without making verification checks22 WemayrefuseanapplicationwithoutmakingverificationchecksintwocircumstancesbullWhereweareconcernedaboutapieceofevidencebutwouldinanyeventrefusetheapplicationforotherreasonsthosereasonswillformthebasisoftherefusalWewillnotmakeverificationchecksinthesecircumstancesHoweverwewillalwaysverifypassportsifwedoubtthey are genuine

bullWherethereisevidencethatprovesaparticulardocumentisfalseIfwecanconfirmthatadocument is false we will normally refuse the application for more than one reason For example ifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

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other checks23Wewillmakeothercheckswhereforexamplewehavedoubtsaboutanapplicationorthedocumentssentwiththeapplicationbutthesearenotseriousenoughforustomakeaverificationcheck

24Thesechecksmaydelayourdecisiononanapplicationsowewillonlymakethemwhenwehave clear reasons to do so

extra checks25SometimeswewillhavesuspicionsaboutadocumentbuttheywillnotbeenoughtomakeusdoubtthatitisgenuineForexamplethismaybebecausepreviousverificationcheckshavefound that some supporting evidence is invalid and some is genuine or where evidence provided contradictsinformationwealreadyhaveInthesecaseswemaycarryoutmorechecks

outcome of other checks26 Therearefourpossibleoutcomesofthesechecks

bull Document confirmed as genuineIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisgenuinewewillconsider the application as normal

bull Document confirmed as falseIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationwhetherornotthedocumentisessentialtotheapplicationIfadocumentisconfirmedasfalsewewillnormallyrefusetheapplicationformorethanonereasonForexampleifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefuseyourapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

bull check inconclusiveIfwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsethenwewill consider the application as if the document is genuine

bull Check gives us cause to have reasonable doubt about the genuineness of a specified document Ifwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsebutasaresultofthecheckswefindotherreasonstodoubtthegenuinenessofaparticularspecifieddocumentwemaydecidetomakeaverificationcheck

Procedure for verification and other checks27 Theproceduresforbothverificationchecksandothercheckswillusuallybesimilarandwillvaryfromcasetocasebuttheymayinvolvebullcheckingthedetailsorgenuinenessofdocumentswithemployerstherelevantembassyorhighcommissionothergovernmentdepartments(intheUnitedKingdomandoverseas)and

bullcheckingtheaccuracyandauthenticityofdocumentswithbanksuniversitiesandprofessionalbodies

Date of application28 Thedateofyourapplicationwillbetakentobethefollowing

For applications made in the united Kingdombullwheretheapplicationformissentbypostthedateofpostingor

bullwheretheapplicationformissentbycourierthedateonwhichitisdeliveredtotheUKBorderAgencyoftheHomeOffice

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bullwheretheapplicationformissubmittedonlinethedatewhenyousubmityourapplicationformand pay your application fee online

For applications made outside the united Kingdombullthe date that the fee associated with the application is paid This means the date shown on your payment receipt which depends on how you paid for your visa application for example at a BritishDiplomaticpostvisaapplicationcentreoronline

oveRview oF tHe teRMS anD conDitionS FoR aPPlicationS By PBS MigRantS

29 YoushouldreadtheImmigrationRulesthatapplyatthetimethatyoumakeyourapplication

Periods of grant

30WewillgrantleaveinlinewiththeexpirydateofthepBSmigrantrsquos(ormainapplicantrsquos)leaveexceptwherethepBSmigranthasbeengrantedindefiniteleavetoremainInthesecaseswewillgrantyouaperiodofthreeyearsleaveAnapplicationforfurtherleavemaythenbemadeifrequiredtotakeyouuptotheapplicablequalifyingperiodforindefiniteleavetoremain

applying as the Family Member of a tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the uK

31IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier12or5migrantyoucannotapplyintheUKifyou

bullwerelastgrantedleavetoenterorremainasavisitorunlesstherelevantpoints-basedsystemmigrantwhoyouareapplyingtobedependantofhasorisbeinggrantedleavetoremainasaTier5(TemporaryWork)migrantinthecreativeandsportingsubcategoryor

bullare on temporary admission or temporary release

applying as the Family Member of a tier 4 (general) Migrant in the uK

32IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwhetherornotyoucanapplyforthepBSDependantcategoryintheUKdependsonthetypeofpermissiontostaythatyouhaveandtypeofcoursetheTier4(General)studentisstudyingorwillbestudying

33YoucanbethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwheretheyareapplyingfororhavebeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainintheUnitedKingdomasaTier4(General)Studentif

(i) theTier4(General)applicantisagovernmentsponsoredstudentwhoisapplyingfor orwhohasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseof study longer than six months or

(ii) theTier4(General)applicantis

a) applyingfororhasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaininorderto undertakeacourseofstudyatpost-graduatelevelfor12monthsorlonger and

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b) issponsoredbyasponsorwhoisaRecognisedBodyorabodyinreceiptof funding as a higher education institution from either

I theDepartmentforemploymentandLearninginnorthernIreland II theHighereducationFundingCouncilforengland III theHighereducationFundingCouncilforWalesor IV theScottishFundingCouncil or

(iii) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingfororhasbeengrantedleavetoremainas aTier4(General)Studentonthedoctorateextensionschemeor

(iv) thefollowingconditionsaremet

a) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingforentryclearanceleavetoenteror leavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudythatislongerthansixmonths and either

(1) hasentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4 (General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) lasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithinthe threemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasaTier4(General)Studentor asastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylongerthansixmonthsand

b) You(thefamilymember)musteither-

(1) haveentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasafamily memberofaTier4(General)Studentorastudentwithentryclearance leavetoenterorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) havelasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithin thethreemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasthefamilymemberofa Tier4(General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudy longer than six months and

c) theTier4(General)applicantMigrantandyou(thefamilymember)mustbe applying at the same time

34ToapplyintheUKyoumustnothavelastbeengranted

bullleave to enter or remain as a visitor or

bulltemporary admission or temporary release

35Tier4(General)studentswhowillbestudyingintheUKforsixmonthsorlesscannotbringtheirpartnersandorchildren(alsoknownasdependants)totheUnitedKingdomwiththem

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additional evidential requirement for dependants of PBS migrants whose last grant of leave was not in this capacity

36IfyouareapplyingasafamilymemberofapBSmigrantandyourlastgrantofleavewasnotastheirdependantoryouareachildbornintheUKyouwillneedtodemonstrateyourrelationship WhereyouaremarriedorinacivilpartnershiptoapBSmigrantyoumustprovideyourmarriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatetosupportyourapplicationWhereyouareapplyingasthepartnerofapBSmigrantbutarenotmarriedorinacivilpartnershipwiththemyouwillneedtoprovidedocumentstoshowthatyouhavebeenlivinginarelationshipakintomarriagecivilpartnershipforaperiodofatleasttwoyears-documentsshouldthereforecoverthewholeofthisperiodDocumentswillonlybeacceptedwheretheyarefromofficialsourcessuchasutilitybillsornHSregistrationSuggested Documents

Partners (including spouses and civil partners)marriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatesbankstatementsCounciltaxbillsmedical registrationutilitybills

childrenFullbirthcertificateshowingbothparentsnamesIfyouareachilddependantovertheageof16youwillalsoneedtoincludethedocumentslistedin paragraph 112

conditions of Stay

37You will have the following conditions attached to any leave

bullnorecoursetopublicfunds

bullRegistrationwiththepoliceifthisisrequiredbyparagraph326oftheImmigrationRules

bullnoemploymentasaprofessionalsportsperson(includingasasportscoach)

bullnoemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingunlessyou

haveobtainedaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem or

areapplyingforleavetoremainandhaveorhavelastbeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainthatwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentwhetherthatisemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingorotherwiseandhavebeenemployedduringthatleaveasaDoctororDentistinTraining

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38IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforlessthan12monthsyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKunlessthemainapplicant is a Government Sponsored Student

39IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforacourseofstudybelowdegreelevelunlesstheTier4migrantisagovernmentsponsoredstudent

40Inordertobegrantedentryclearanceasaspousecivilpartnerunmarriedorsamesexpartneryouandthemainapplicantmustbeaged18oroveronthedateyouareduetoarriveintheUnitedKingdom

care arrangements for children

41AllarrangementsforchildrenrsquoscareandaccommodationintheUnitedKingdommustcomplywithrelevantUnitedKingdomlegislationandregulationsMoreinformationcanbefoundontheDepartmentofHealthwebsite

bullAccommodationofstudentsundereighteenbyfurthereducationcollegesnationalminimumstandards and inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4005629

bullBoarding schools national minimum standards inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4006331

bullResidentialspecialschoolsnationalminimumstandardsinspectionregulationswwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationsLegislationDH_4006472

Doctor or Dentist in training condition

42IfyouhavebeenworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoushouldsubmitthedocumentsspecifiedinAnnexAofthisguidanceIfyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistin Trainingrsquo restriction

Maintenance RequiReMent

43pleaserefertoparagraphs319C319HandappendixeoftheImmigrationRules44OneoftherequirementsforfamilymembersofpointsBasedSystemMigrantsisthatyoumustbeabletosupportyourselffortheentiredurationofyourstayintheUKwithoutneedinghelpfrompublicfunds(forexamplebenefitsprovidedbythestate)Ifyoucannotyoucouldfacefinancialhardshipbecauseyouwillnothaveaccesstomoststatebenefits

45pleasenotethatfrom1July2014theamountofmaintenancerequiredbyfamilymembersofallpBSmigrantswillbeincreasedMoredetailsincludingthenewamountofmaintenancethatwillberequiredcanbefoundonourwebsitewwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules-statement-of-changes

Family members of tier 1 (general) tier 1 (entrepreneur) and tier 1 (Post Study work) migrants

46IftheTier1MigrantisoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumustshowthatyoutheTier1Migrantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdomhaveatleastpound1800tosupportyouthisis in addition to any funds the Tier 1 Migrant needs to prove they have enough money to support

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themselves47IftheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

48ForexampletheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUKfor6monthsandismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound1800fortheirspouseandafurtherpound1800foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound6300inavailablefunds(pound1800x3=pound5400+pound900)

49IfthesameTier1MigrantandtheirfamilyhadbeenpresentintheUKfortwoyearstheywouldrequireevidencethattheyheldpound2700(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)inavailablefunds

50IfyouareapplyingasthefamilymemberofaTier1(entrepreneur)migrantyoucannotusethesamefundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementthattheTier1(entrepreneur)usedtomeettheattributesrequirement(appendixAoftheImmigrationRules)

Family members of tier 1 (investor) and tier 1 (exceptional talent) migrants

51DependantsofTier1(Investors)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)donotneedtosatisfythemaintenancerequirement

Family members of tier 1 (graduate entrepreneur) migrants

52IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)isoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumusthavepound1200tosupportyourself

53IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

54Thisrequirementcanbemetbyeitherhavingsavingsofpound1200orpound600wheretheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormorewhichmusthavebeenheldforatleasta90consecutivedayperiodpriortothedateofapplicationorprovidinganendorsementletterfromUKTradeandInvestment(UKTI)confirmingthatithasawardedfundingthatisatleastsufficienttocovertherequiredmaintenancefundsforthemainapplicantyouandanyotherpBSDependants

Family member of a tier 2 Migrant

55Youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself56Thisrequirementcanbemetby

bullhavingsavingsofpound600whichmusthavebeenheldforatleastthreemonthspriortothedateofapplication or

bulltheTier2A-ratedsponsorprovidingawrittenundertakingthatshoulditbecomenecessaryitwillmaintainandaccommodatethefamilymemberforamonthTheundertakingmaybelimitedprovidedthelimitisatleastpound600perfamilymember

57ForexampletheTier2MigrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

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58IfyouapplyatthesametimeasthemainapplicantyouareonlyrequiredtoprovideevidencethatyoumeetthemaintenancerequirementwhentheTier2MigrantisalsorequiredtomeetthemaintenancerequirementIfyouapplyseparatelyfromthemainapplicantyouwillalwaysneedtohavethenecessaryfundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementorhaveawrittenundertakingfrom an A-rated Sponsor

59ForexamplewheretheTier2MigrantissubmittinganapplicationbecausetheyarechangingemploymentwithinTier2neithertheTier2Migrantnoranyfamilymemberisrequiredtosubmitevidencethattheymeetthemaintenancerequirement

Family member of a tier 4 (general) Student

60 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentyourmaintenancerequirementswilldepend on the following circumstancesbullthe length of the course

bullwherethemainapplicantwillbestudyingintheUnitedKingdomand

bullwhetherthemainapplicantalreadyhasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUK

61 TheTier4(General)Studentwillbeeither

bullOnacoursebasedininnerLondon

bullOnacoursebasedinouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUK

62 Tomeetbasiclivingexpensesnotincludingfeesastudent

bullStudyingininnerLondonforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound1000permonth

bullStudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound800permonth

63WewillusetheaddressgivenasthemainstudysitetoassesswhetherthestudentwillstudyforthemajorityofthetimeininnerLondon(morethan50oftheirstudytime)ThefollowingLondonBoroughsaresubjecttothepound1000permonthmaintenancerequirement

bullCamden

bullCityofLondon

bullHackneyHammersmithandFulham

bullHaringey

bullIslington

bullKensingtonandChelsea

bullLambeth

bullLewisham

bullnewham

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bullSouthwark

bullTowerHamlets

bullWandsworthand

bullWestminster

AllotherLondonBoroughsandanyotherareaintheUnitedKingdomwillbesubjecttothepound800permonthrequirement

64ThestudentrsquoseducationproviderwillbeabletotellthestudentwhichLondonBoroughhesheisbasedin

65IfthestudentwillbestudyingatmorethanonesiteandonesiteisininnerLondonandonesiteisnotwewillbasethemaintenancerequirementsonwherethestudentwillspendthemajorityoftheirtimestudyingthestudentwillneedtogetthisaddressfromtheTier4sponsor

66 IfthecourseinvolvesstudythatissplitequallybetweentwoormoresitesthemainstudysitenamedbythesponsorintheConfirmationofAcceptanceforStudieswillbeusedtoassessthelevelofmaintenancerequired

67 IfwedonothavetheboroughintheaddresswewillenterthepostcodeintohttpwwwaboutmyvotecoukandifitconfirmsthattheaddressisinaLondonBoroughthatislistedabovewewillapplytheinnerLondonmaintenancerequirement

How many months money does a family member of a tier 4 (general) Student need

68 IfyouareafamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyoumustshowthatyouhaveenoughmoneytocoveryourmonthlylivingcostswhilstthestudentisstudyingintheUnitedKingdom

69 The amount of money you have to show will depend on whether the student already has anestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomWhereastudenthasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyouwillneedtoshowlessmoneyforlivingcosts

70 ATier4(General)student(includingDoctorateextensionschemepost-graduateDoctorsandSabbaticalOfficers)hasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUKiftheyhavecurrententryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4migrantasastudentorasapost-graduateDoctororDentistwhenapplyingforfurtherleaveandonthedateofapplicationthey

bullhavefinishedasinglecoursethatwasatleastsixmonthslongwithintheapplicantrsquoslastperiodof entry clearance leave to enter or leave to remain or

bullare applying for a continued study on a single course where the applicant has completed at least six months of that course

ATier4(General)studentcanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhethertheyareapplyingfrominsidetheUKorfromoverseas

71 YoucanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhetheryouareapplyingfrominsidetheUnitedKingdomorfromoverseas

72 IfthestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyoumust show that you have money for your living costs for each month of the studentrsquos course up to a maximum of 9 months

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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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version 042014

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This guidance is tobeusedforallpBS(Dependant)applications made on or after 6 April 2014

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contentS

introduction 1Documentswerequire 1

Verificationandotherchecks 2

overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants 5Periods of grant 5ApplyingastheFamilyMemberofaTier12or5migrantintheUK 5

ApplyingastheFamilyMemberofaTier4(General)MigrantintheUK 5

AdditionalevidentialrequirementfordependantchildrenofpBSmigrantswhoarebornintheUK 7

ConditionsofStay 7

Carearrangementsforchildren 8

DoctororDentistintrainingcondition 8

Maintenance Requirement 8FamilymembersofTier1(General)Tier1(entrepreneur)andTier1(postStudyWork)migrants 8

FamilymembersofTier1(Investor)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)migrants 9

FamilymembersofTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)migrants 9

Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant 9Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student 9HowmanymonthsmoneydoesafamilymemberofaTier4(general)Studentneed 11

ThefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwherethestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresenceintheUKiftheTier4(General)StudentisstudyingininnerLondon 11ThefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwherethestudenthasanestablishedpresenceintheUKiftheTier4(General)StudentisstudyingininnerLondon 12

FamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker) 12

Documentswerequire 13

evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under tier 1 2 or 5 13Officialfinancialsponsorshiporgovernmentsponsor 17ChildrenofpBSMigrants 17

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annex a - applicants who have been on a nHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave 20

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introduction

1 ThisdocumentprovidespolicyguidanceforfamilymembersofapBSmigrantItreflectspolicyatthedateofpublicationandwemaychangeitItshouldbereadtogetherwithparagraphs319Ato319KoftheImmigrationRulesForthepurposeoftheseguidancenotesthetermslsquowersquolsquousrsquoandlsquoourrsquorefertotheHomeOfficeWhenwerefertorsquoyoulsquoorrsquoyourlsquothismeansthepBSdependant

2 YoucanapplyasapBSDependantifyoumeetthecriteriasetoutinthisguidanceandtheImmigrationRulesandyouarebullthefamilymemberofapersonwithorapplyingforleaveunderTier124or5ofthepointsBased System or

bullthespouseorpartnerofapersonwithindefiniteleavetoremainorBritishCitizenshipwholastheldleaveinTier12or5ofthepointsBasedSystemandyoudonotyetqualifyforindefiniteleave to remain or

bullthechildofapersonwithindefiniteleavetoremainorBritishCitizenshipwholastheldleaveinTier12or5ofthepointsBasedSystemand

yourotherparentdoesnotyetqualifyforindefiniteleavetoremainand

youlastheldleaveaspBSDependantgrantedonorafter9July2012

3WherewerefertothedependantofaTier12or5migrantallofthesereferenceswillalsoinclude those applicants who are applying for further leave to remain in the PBS dependant categorywhentheirsponsor(theTier12or5migrant)hasgoneontoacquireindefiniteleavetoremainIfyouareapplyingasthedependantofapersonwhohasindefiniteleavetoremainorBritishCitizenshipyoushouldreadthisguidanceasiftheywerestillintheirlastpBSimmigrationcategoryForexampleifthepersonwithindefiniteleavetoremainlastheldpBSleaveinTier1you should read the guidance as if you are applying as the dependant of a Tier 1 migrant

4AfamilymemberofaTier2andTier5pBSmigrantapplyingintheUnitedKingdomcanmaketheirpBS(Dependants)applicationonlineorusingtheequivalentpaperapplicationformFamilymembersofaTier1pBSmigrantapplyingintheUnitedKingdommustmaketheirpBS(Dependants)applicationusingthepaperapplicationform

5ThisapplicationformandmoregeneralinformationareonourwebsiteatwwwgovukDocuments we require

6 You must ensure that you provide all of the necessary supporting documents at the time yousendsusyourapplicationWewillonlyacceptthesupportingdocumentsspecifiedintheImmigrationRules

7 IfyouhavesubmittedbullAsequenceofdocumentsandsomeofthedocumentsinthesequencehavebeenomitted(forexampleifonebankstatementfromaseriesismissing)

bullA document in the wrong format

bullA document that is a copy and not an original document

wemaycontactyouoryourrepresentativeinwritingandrequestthecorrectdocumentsWemustreceivetherequesteddocumentsattheaddressspecifiedintherequestwithin7workingdaysofthedateoftherequestWewillnotaskforfurtherinformationwherewedonotanticipatethatacorrection of minor errors or omissions will lead to an approval

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Ifyouhavesubmittedaspecifieddocumentthatis

bullin the wrong format or

bulla copy and not an original document

wemayapproveyourapplicationexceptionallyifwearesatisfiedthatthespecifieddocumentsaregenuineandthatyoumeetalltheotherrequirementsWereservetherighttorequesttheoriginaldocumentsinthecorrectformatandtorefuseapplicationsifthespecifieddocumentsarenotprovided8 Anydocumentaryevidencethatyouprovidemustbetheoriginal(notacopy)unlesswesay

otherwise9 WhereadocumentisnotinenglishorWelshtheoriginalmustbeaccompaniedbyafullycertifiedtranslationbyaprofessionaltranslatorThistranslationmustincludedetailsofthetranslatorrsquoscredentialsandconfirmationthatitisanaccuratetranslationoftheoriginaldocumentItmustalsobedatedandincludetheoriginalsignatureofthetranslator

10 WeonlyneedevidencethatisdirectlyrelevanttotheapplicationassetoutintheImmigrationRulesandthisguidanceWewillnotconsiderunrelatedevidence

11 IfyouarethedependantofaTier4StudentswhoqualifiesforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouwillberequiredtoprovidefewerevidentialdocumentswhensubmittingyourapplicationWhereyouareexemptedfromhavingtoprovideadocument-oragroupofdocuments-underourdifferentiationarrangementsthiswillbespecificallystatedinthisguidanceTheUKBorderAgencyreservestherighttorequestthesedocuments from you in all cases

12 YouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsifbullTheTier4studentissponsoredbyaHighlyTrustedSponsorand

bullYouareapplyingforleaveatthesametimeastheTier4studentand

bullYou are applying for entry clearance in your country of nationality or for leave to remain in the UKand

bullYouholdthesamenationalityastheTier4studentandbothofyouarenationalsofoneofthecountrieslistedatAppendixHoftheImmigrationRulesYoucancheckthisatwwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules

Verification and other checks

13WeaimtoconsiderapplicationsquicklyHoweverwemustalsobeconfidentthatapplicationsmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesandthattheinformationyouprovideisatruereflectionofyourbackground

14Wewillaskforavarietyofverifiabledocumentstoenableustoconsideryourapplication15WemaywanttocheckthesupportingdocumentsyousendwithyourapplicationThereforeyoumustensurethatalltheevidencecomesfromasourcethatcanbeclearlyidentifiedandthatitcanbeindependentlyconfirmedasbeinggenuine

16 Therearetwosituationsinwhichwewillundertakeacheckbull Verification checksndashwherewehavereasonabledoubtsthatthedocumentsaregenuineor

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bull other checksndashwherewecarryoutfurtherchecksforexamplewherewehavedoubtsaboutanapplicationorthedocumentssentwiththeapplicationbutthedoubtsarenotseriousenoughforustomakeaverificationcheck

Verification checks17 Wherewehavereasonabledoubtsthataspecifieddocumentisgenuinewemaywanttoverify

the document with an independent person or government agency18 ThepurposeofthesechecksistoensurethatthedocumentprovidedisgenuineandaccuratelyreflectsstatementsmadeinyourapplicationIfthedocumentisbeingusedasevidencetosupportyourapplicationwealsowanttoensurethatitmeetstherequirementsoftheRules

19 Verificationmaydelayourdecisiononyourapplicationsowewillonlydoitwhenthereareclear reasons for it

Reasonable doubt20 TherearemanyreasonswhywemaydoubtthataspecifieddocumentisgenuineandwhatweconsidertobeareasonabledoubtwilldependonanindividualapplicationHoweverourjudgmentswillbebasedonthefactswehave

Outcome of verification check21 Therearethreepossibleoutcomesofaverificationcheck

bull Document confirmed as genuineIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisgenuinewewillconsider your application as normal

bull Document confirmed as falseIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationwhetherornotthedocumentisessentialtotheapplicationIfadocumentisconfirmedasfalsewewillnormallyrefusetheapplicationformorethanonereasonForexampleifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefuseyourapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

bull Verification check inconclusiveIfwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsethenwewillignoreitasevidenceIfyouhavesentotherspecifieddocumentsasevidencethatyoumeettherequirementsoftheRuleswewillconsidertheseasnormalIfyouhavenotsentanyotherdocumentsyouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheRules

Refusing applications without making verification checks22 WemayrefuseanapplicationwithoutmakingverificationchecksintwocircumstancesbullWhereweareconcernedaboutapieceofevidencebutwouldinanyeventrefusetheapplicationforotherreasonsthosereasonswillformthebasisoftherefusalWewillnotmakeverificationchecksinthesecircumstancesHoweverwewillalwaysverifypassportsifwedoubtthey are genuine

bullWherethereisevidencethatprovesaparticulardocumentisfalseIfwecanconfirmthatadocument is false we will normally refuse the application for more than one reason For example ifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

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other checks23Wewillmakeothercheckswhereforexamplewehavedoubtsaboutanapplicationorthedocumentssentwiththeapplicationbutthesearenotseriousenoughforustomakeaverificationcheck

24Thesechecksmaydelayourdecisiononanapplicationsowewillonlymakethemwhenwehave clear reasons to do so

extra checks25SometimeswewillhavesuspicionsaboutadocumentbuttheywillnotbeenoughtomakeusdoubtthatitisgenuineForexamplethismaybebecausepreviousverificationcheckshavefound that some supporting evidence is invalid and some is genuine or where evidence provided contradictsinformationwealreadyhaveInthesecaseswemaycarryoutmorechecks

outcome of other checks26 Therearefourpossibleoutcomesofthesechecks

bull Document confirmed as genuineIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisgenuinewewillconsider the application as normal

bull Document confirmed as falseIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationwhetherornotthedocumentisessentialtotheapplicationIfadocumentisconfirmedasfalsewewillnormallyrefusetheapplicationformorethanonereasonForexampleifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefuseyourapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

bull check inconclusiveIfwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsethenwewill consider the application as if the document is genuine

bull Check gives us cause to have reasonable doubt about the genuineness of a specified document Ifwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsebutasaresultofthecheckswefindotherreasonstodoubtthegenuinenessofaparticularspecifieddocumentwemaydecidetomakeaverificationcheck

Procedure for verification and other checks27 Theproceduresforbothverificationchecksandothercheckswillusuallybesimilarandwillvaryfromcasetocasebuttheymayinvolvebullcheckingthedetailsorgenuinenessofdocumentswithemployerstherelevantembassyorhighcommissionothergovernmentdepartments(intheUnitedKingdomandoverseas)and

bullcheckingtheaccuracyandauthenticityofdocumentswithbanksuniversitiesandprofessionalbodies

Date of application28 Thedateofyourapplicationwillbetakentobethefollowing

For applications made in the united Kingdombullwheretheapplicationformissentbypostthedateofpostingor

bullwheretheapplicationformissentbycourierthedateonwhichitisdeliveredtotheUKBorderAgencyoftheHomeOffice

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bullwheretheapplicationformissubmittedonlinethedatewhenyousubmityourapplicationformand pay your application fee online

For applications made outside the united Kingdombullthe date that the fee associated with the application is paid This means the date shown on your payment receipt which depends on how you paid for your visa application for example at a BritishDiplomaticpostvisaapplicationcentreoronline

oveRview oF tHe teRMS anD conDitionS FoR aPPlicationS By PBS MigRantS

29 YoushouldreadtheImmigrationRulesthatapplyatthetimethatyoumakeyourapplication

Periods of grant

30WewillgrantleaveinlinewiththeexpirydateofthepBSmigrantrsquos(ormainapplicantrsquos)leaveexceptwherethepBSmigranthasbeengrantedindefiniteleavetoremainInthesecaseswewillgrantyouaperiodofthreeyearsleaveAnapplicationforfurtherleavemaythenbemadeifrequiredtotakeyouuptotheapplicablequalifyingperiodforindefiniteleavetoremain

applying as the Family Member of a tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the uK

31IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier12or5migrantyoucannotapplyintheUKifyou

bullwerelastgrantedleavetoenterorremainasavisitorunlesstherelevantpoints-basedsystemmigrantwhoyouareapplyingtobedependantofhasorisbeinggrantedleavetoremainasaTier5(TemporaryWork)migrantinthecreativeandsportingsubcategoryor

bullare on temporary admission or temporary release

applying as the Family Member of a tier 4 (general) Migrant in the uK

32IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwhetherornotyoucanapplyforthepBSDependantcategoryintheUKdependsonthetypeofpermissiontostaythatyouhaveandtypeofcoursetheTier4(General)studentisstudyingorwillbestudying

33YoucanbethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwheretheyareapplyingfororhavebeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainintheUnitedKingdomasaTier4(General)Studentif

(i) theTier4(General)applicantisagovernmentsponsoredstudentwhoisapplyingfor orwhohasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseof study longer than six months or

(ii) theTier4(General)applicantis

a) applyingfororhasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaininorderto undertakeacourseofstudyatpost-graduatelevelfor12monthsorlonger and

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b) issponsoredbyasponsorwhoisaRecognisedBodyorabodyinreceiptof funding as a higher education institution from either

I theDepartmentforemploymentandLearninginnorthernIreland II theHighereducationFundingCouncilforengland III theHighereducationFundingCouncilforWalesor IV theScottishFundingCouncil or

(iii) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingfororhasbeengrantedleavetoremainas aTier4(General)Studentonthedoctorateextensionschemeor

(iv) thefollowingconditionsaremet

a) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingforentryclearanceleavetoenteror leavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudythatislongerthansixmonths and either

(1) hasentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4 (General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) lasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithinthe threemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasaTier4(General)Studentor asastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylongerthansixmonthsand

b) You(thefamilymember)musteither-

(1) haveentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasafamily memberofaTier4(General)Studentorastudentwithentryclearance leavetoenterorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) havelasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithin thethreemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasthefamilymemberofa Tier4(General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudy longer than six months and

c) theTier4(General)applicantMigrantandyou(thefamilymember)mustbe applying at the same time

34ToapplyintheUKyoumustnothavelastbeengranted

bullleave to enter or remain as a visitor or

bulltemporary admission or temporary release

35Tier4(General)studentswhowillbestudyingintheUKforsixmonthsorlesscannotbringtheirpartnersandorchildren(alsoknownasdependants)totheUnitedKingdomwiththem

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additional evidential requirement for dependants of PBS migrants whose last grant of leave was not in this capacity

36IfyouareapplyingasafamilymemberofapBSmigrantandyourlastgrantofleavewasnotastheirdependantoryouareachildbornintheUKyouwillneedtodemonstrateyourrelationship WhereyouaremarriedorinacivilpartnershiptoapBSmigrantyoumustprovideyourmarriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatetosupportyourapplicationWhereyouareapplyingasthepartnerofapBSmigrantbutarenotmarriedorinacivilpartnershipwiththemyouwillneedtoprovidedocumentstoshowthatyouhavebeenlivinginarelationshipakintomarriagecivilpartnershipforaperiodofatleasttwoyears-documentsshouldthereforecoverthewholeofthisperiodDocumentswillonlybeacceptedwheretheyarefromofficialsourcessuchasutilitybillsornHSregistrationSuggested Documents

Partners (including spouses and civil partners)marriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatesbankstatementsCounciltaxbillsmedical registrationutilitybills

childrenFullbirthcertificateshowingbothparentsnamesIfyouareachilddependantovertheageof16youwillalsoneedtoincludethedocumentslistedin paragraph 112

conditions of Stay

37You will have the following conditions attached to any leave

bullnorecoursetopublicfunds

bullRegistrationwiththepoliceifthisisrequiredbyparagraph326oftheImmigrationRules

bullnoemploymentasaprofessionalsportsperson(includingasasportscoach)

bullnoemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingunlessyou

haveobtainedaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem or

areapplyingforleavetoremainandhaveorhavelastbeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainthatwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentwhetherthatisemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingorotherwiseandhavebeenemployedduringthatleaveasaDoctororDentistinTraining

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38IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforlessthan12monthsyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKunlessthemainapplicant is a Government Sponsored Student

39IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforacourseofstudybelowdegreelevelunlesstheTier4migrantisagovernmentsponsoredstudent

40Inordertobegrantedentryclearanceasaspousecivilpartnerunmarriedorsamesexpartneryouandthemainapplicantmustbeaged18oroveronthedateyouareduetoarriveintheUnitedKingdom

care arrangements for children

41AllarrangementsforchildrenrsquoscareandaccommodationintheUnitedKingdommustcomplywithrelevantUnitedKingdomlegislationandregulationsMoreinformationcanbefoundontheDepartmentofHealthwebsite

bullAccommodationofstudentsundereighteenbyfurthereducationcollegesnationalminimumstandards and inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4005629

bullBoarding schools national minimum standards inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4006331

bullResidentialspecialschoolsnationalminimumstandardsinspectionregulationswwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationsLegislationDH_4006472

Doctor or Dentist in training condition

42IfyouhavebeenworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoushouldsubmitthedocumentsspecifiedinAnnexAofthisguidanceIfyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistin Trainingrsquo restriction

Maintenance RequiReMent

43pleaserefertoparagraphs319C319HandappendixeoftheImmigrationRules44OneoftherequirementsforfamilymembersofpointsBasedSystemMigrantsisthatyoumustbeabletosupportyourselffortheentiredurationofyourstayintheUKwithoutneedinghelpfrompublicfunds(forexamplebenefitsprovidedbythestate)Ifyoucannotyoucouldfacefinancialhardshipbecauseyouwillnothaveaccesstomoststatebenefits

45pleasenotethatfrom1July2014theamountofmaintenancerequiredbyfamilymembersofallpBSmigrantswillbeincreasedMoredetailsincludingthenewamountofmaintenancethatwillberequiredcanbefoundonourwebsitewwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules-statement-of-changes

Family members of tier 1 (general) tier 1 (entrepreneur) and tier 1 (Post Study work) migrants

46IftheTier1MigrantisoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumustshowthatyoutheTier1Migrantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdomhaveatleastpound1800tosupportyouthisis in addition to any funds the Tier 1 Migrant needs to prove they have enough money to support

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themselves47IftheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

48ForexampletheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUKfor6monthsandismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound1800fortheirspouseandafurtherpound1800foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound6300inavailablefunds(pound1800x3=pound5400+pound900)

49IfthesameTier1MigrantandtheirfamilyhadbeenpresentintheUKfortwoyearstheywouldrequireevidencethattheyheldpound2700(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)inavailablefunds

50IfyouareapplyingasthefamilymemberofaTier1(entrepreneur)migrantyoucannotusethesamefundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementthattheTier1(entrepreneur)usedtomeettheattributesrequirement(appendixAoftheImmigrationRules)

Family members of tier 1 (investor) and tier 1 (exceptional talent) migrants

51DependantsofTier1(Investors)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)donotneedtosatisfythemaintenancerequirement

Family members of tier 1 (graduate entrepreneur) migrants

52IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)isoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumusthavepound1200tosupportyourself

53IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

54Thisrequirementcanbemetbyeitherhavingsavingsofpound1200orpound600wheretheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormorewhichmusthavebeenheldforatleasta90consecutivedayperiodpriortothedateofapplicationorprovidinganendorsementletterfromUKTradeandInvestment(UKTI)confirmingthatithasawardedfundingthatisatleastsufficienttocovertherequiredmaintenancefundsforthemainapplicantyouandanyotherpBSDependants

Family member of a tier 2 Migrant

55Youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself56Thisrequirementcanbemetby

bullhavingsavingsofpound600whichmusthavebeenheldforatleastthreemonthspriortothedateofapplication or

bulltheTier2A-ratedsponsorprovidingawrittenundertakingthatshoulditbecomenecessaryitwillmaintainandaccommodatethefamilymemberforamonthTheundertakingmaybelimitedprovidedthelimitisatleastpound600perfamilymember

57ForexampletheTier2MigrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

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58IfyouapplyatthesametimeasthemainapplicantyouareonlyrequiredtoprovideevidencethatyoumeetthemaintenancerequirementwhentheTier2MigrantisalsorequiredtomeetthemaintenancerequirementIfyouapplyseparatelyfromthemainapplicantyouwillalwaysneedtohavethenecessaryfundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementorhaveawrittenundertakingfrom an A-rated Sponsor

59ForexamplewheretheTier2MigrantissubmittinganapplicationbecausetheyarechangingemploymentwithinTier2neithertheTier2Migrantnoranyfamilymemberisrequiredtosubmitevidencethattheymeetthemaintenancerequirement

Family member of a tier 4 (general) Student

60 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentyourmaintenancerequirementswilldepend on the following circumstancesbullthe length of the course

bullwherethemainapplicantwillbestudyingintheUnitedKingdomand

bullwhetherthemainapplicantalreadyhasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUK

61 TheTier4(General)Studentwillbeeither

bullOnacoursebasedininnerLondon

bullOnacoursebasedinouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUK

62 Tomeetbasiclivingexpensesnotincludingfeesastudent

bullStudyingininnerLondonforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound1000permonth

bullStudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound800permonth

63WewillusetheaddressgivenasthemainstudysitetoassesswhetherthestudentwillstudyforthemajorityofthetimeininnerLondon(morethan50oftheirstudytime)ThefollowingLondonBoroughsaresubjecttothepound1000permonthmaintenancerequirement

bullCamden

bullCityofLondon

bullHackneyHammersmithandFulham

bullHaringey

bullIslington

bullKensingtonandChelsea

bullLambeth

bullLewisham

bullnewham

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bullSouthwark

bullTowerHamlets

bullWandsworthand

bullWestminster

AllotherLondonBoroughsandanyotherareaintheUnitedKingdomwillbesubjecttothepound800permonthrequirement

64ThestudentrsquoseducationproviderwillbeabletotellthestudentwhichLondonBoroughhesheisbasedin

65IfthestudentwillbestudyingatmorethanonesiteandonesiteisininnerLondonandonesiteisnotwewillbasethemaintenancerequirementsonwherethestudentwillspendthemajorityoftheirtimestudyingthestudentwillneedtogetthisaddressfromtheTier4sponsor

66 IfthecourseinvolvesstudythatissplitequallybetweentwoormoresitesthemainstudysitenamedbythesponsorintheConfirmationofAcceptanceforStudieswillbeusedtoassessthelevelofmaintenancerequired

67 IfwedonothavetheboroughintheaddresswewillenterthepostcodeintohttpwwwaboutmyvotecoukandifitconfirmsthattheaddressisinaLondonBoroughthatislistedabovewewillapplytheinnerLondonmaintenancerequirement

How many months money does a family member of a tier 4 (general) Student need

68 IfyouareafamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyoumustshowthatyouhaveenoughmoneytocoveryourmonthlylivingcostswhilstthestudentisstudyingintheUnitedKingdom

69 The amount of money you have to show will depend on whether the student already has anestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomWhereastudenthasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyouwillneedtoshowlessmoneyforlivingcosts

70 ATier4(General)student(includingDoctorateextensionschemepost-graduateDoctorsandSabbaticalOfficers)hasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUKiftheyhavecurrententryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4migrantasastudentorasapost-graduateDoctororDentistwhenapplyingforfurtherleaveandonthedateofapplicationthey

bullhavefinishedasinglecoursethatwasatleastsixmonthslongwithintheapplicantrsquoslastperiodof entry clearance leave to enter or leave to remain or

bullare applying for a continued study on a single course where the applicant has completed at least six months of that course

ATier4(General)studentcanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhethertheyareapplyingfrominsidetheUKorfromoverseas

71 YoucanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhetheryouareapplyingfrominsidetheUnitedKingdomorfromoverseas

72 IfthestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyoumust show that you have money for your living costs for each month of the studentrsquos course up to a maximum of 9 months

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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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contentS

introduction 1Documentswerequire 1

Verificationandotherchecks 2

overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants 5Periods of grant 5ApplyingastheFamilyMemberofaTier12or5migrantintheUK 5

ApplyingastheFamilyMemberofaTier4(General)MigrantintheUK 5

AdditionalevidentialrequirementfordependantchildrenofpBSmigrantswhoarebornintheUK 7

ConditionsofStay 7

Carearrangementsforchildren 8

DoctororDentistintrainingcondition 8

Maintenance Requirement 8FamilymembersofTier1(General)Tier1(entrepreneur)andTier1(postStudyWork)migrants 8

FamilymembersofTier1(Investor)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)migrants 9

FamilymembersofTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)migrants 9

Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant 9Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student 9HowmanymonthsmoneydoesafamilymemberofaTier4(general)Studentneed 11

ThefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwherethestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresenceintheUKiftheTier4(General)StudentisstudyingininnerLondon 11ThefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwherethestudenthasanestablishedpresenceintheUKiftheTier4(General)StudentisstudyingininnerLondon 12

FamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker) 12

Documentswerequire 13

evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under tier 1 2 or 5 13Officialfinancialsponsorshiporgovernmentsponsor 17ChildrenofpBSMigrants 17

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annex a - applicants who have been on a nHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave 20

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introduction

1 ThisdocumentprovidespolicyguidanceforfamilymembersofapBSmigrantItreflectspolicyatthedateofpublicationandwemaychangeitItshouldbereadtogetherwithparagraphs319Ato319KoftheImmigrationRulesForthepurposeoftheseguidancenotesthetermslsquowersquolsquousrsquoandlsquoourrsquorefertotheHomeOfficeWhenwerefertorsquoyoulsquoorrsquoyourlsquothismeansthepBSdependant

2 YoucanapplyasapBSDependantifyoumeetthecriteriasetoutinthisguidanceandtheImmigrationRulesandyouarebullthefamilymemberofapersonwithorapplyingforleaveunderTier124or5ofthepointsBased System or

bullthespouseorpartnerofapersonwithindefiniteleavetoremainorBritishCitizenshipwholastheldleaveinTier12or5ofthepointsBasedSystemandyoudonotyetqualifyforindefiniteleave to remain or

bullthechildofapersonwithindefiniteleavetoremainorBritishCitizenshipwholastheldleaveinTier12or5ofthepointsBasedSystemand

yourotherparentdoesnotyetqualifyforindefiniteleavetoremainand

youlastheldleaveaspBSDependantgrantedonorafter9July2012

3WherewerefertothedependantofaTier12or5migrantallofthesereferenceswillalsoinclude those applicants who are applying for further leave to remain in the PBS dependant categorywhentheirsponsor(theTier12or5migrant)hasgoneontoacquireindefiniteleavetoremainIfyouareapplyingasthedependantofapersonwhohasindefiniteleavetoremainorBritishCitizenshipyoushouldreadthisguidanceasiftheywerestillintheirlastpBSimmigrationcategoryForexampleifthepersonwithindefiniteleavetoremainlastheldpBSleaveinTier1you should read the guidance as if you are applying as the dependant of a Tier 1 migrant

4AfamilymemberofaTier2andTier5pBSmigrantapplyingintheUnitedKingdomcanmaketheirpBS(Dependants)applicationonlineorusingtheequivalentpaperapplicationformFamilymembersofaTier1pBSmigrantapplyingintheUnitedKingdommustmaketheirpBS(Dependants)applicationusingthepaperapplicationform

5ThisapplicationformandmoregeneralinformationareonourwebsiteatwwwgovukDocuments we require

6 You must ensure that you provide all of the necessary supporting documents at the time yousendsusyourapplicationWewillonlyacceptthesupportingdocumentsspecifiedintheImmigrationRules

7 IfyouhavesubmittedbullAsequenceofdocumentsandsomeofthedocumentsinthesequencehavebeenomitted(forexampleifonebankstatementfromaseriesismissing)

bullA document in the wrong format

bullA document that is a copy and not an original document

wemaycontactyouoryourrepresentativeinwritingandrequestthecorrectdocumentsWemustreceivetherequesteddocumentsattheaddressspecifiedintherequestwithin7workingdaysofthedateoftherequestWewillnotaskforfurtherinformationwherewedonotanticipatethatacorrection of minor errors or omissions will lead to an approval

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Ifyouhavesubmittedaspecifieddocumentthatis

bullin the wrong format or

bulla copy and not an original document

wemayapproveyourapplicationexceptionallyifwearesatisfiedthatthespecifieddocumentsaregenuineandthatyoumeetalltheotherrequirementsWereservetherighttorequesttheoriginaldocumentsinthecorrectformatandtorefuseapplicationsifthespecifieddocumentsarenotprovided8 Anydocumentaryevidencethatyouprovidemustbetheoriginal(notacopy)unlesswesay

otherwise9 WhereadocumentisnotinenglishorWelshtheoriginalmustbeaccompaniedbyafullycertifiedtranslationbyaprofessionaltranslatorThistranslationmustincludedetailsofthetranslatorrsquoscredentialsandconfirmationthatitisanaccuratetranslationoftheoriginaldocumentItmustalsobedatedandincludetheoriginalsignatureofthetranslator

10 WeonlyneedevidencethatisdirectlyrelevanttotheapplicationassetoutintheImmigrationRulesandthisguidanceWewillnotconsiderunrelatedevidence

11 IfyouarethedependantofaTier4StudentswhoqualifiesforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouwillberequiredtoprovidefewerevidentialdocumentswhensubmittingyourapplicationWhereyouareexemptedfromhavingtoprovideadocument-oragroupofdocuments-underourdifferentiationarrangementsthiswillbespecificallystatedinthisguidanceTheUKBorderAgencyreservestherighttorequestthesedocuments from you in all cases

12 YouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsifbullTheTier4studentissponsoredbyaHighlyTrustedSponsorand

bullYouareapplyingforleaveatthesametimeastheTier4studentand

bullYou are applying for entry clearance in your country of nationality or for leave to remain in the UKand

bullYouholdthesamenationalityastheTier4studentandbothofyouarenationalsofoneofthecountrieslistedatAppendixHoftheImmigrationRulesYoucancheckthisatwwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules

Verification and other checks

13WeaimtoconsiderapplicationsquicklyHoweverwemustalsobeconfidentthatapplicationsmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesandthattheinformationyouprovideisatruereflectionofyourbackground

14Wewillaskforavarietyofverifiabledocumentstoenableustoconsideryourapplication15WemaywanttocheckthesupportingdocumentsyousendwithyourapplicationThereforeyoumustensurethatalltheevidencecomesfromasourcethatcanbeclearlyidentifiedandthatitcanbeindependentlyconfirmedasbeinggenuine

16 Therearetwosituationsinwhichwewillundertakeacheckbull Verification checksndashwherewehavereasonabledoubtsthatthedocumentsaregenuineor

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bull other checksndashwherewecarryoutfurtherchecksforexamplewherewehavedoubtsaboutanapplicationorthedocumentssentwiththeapplicationbutthedoubtsarenotseriousenoughforustomakeaverificationcheck

Verification checks17 Wherewehavereasonabledoubtsthataspecifieddocumentisgenuinewemaywanttoverify

the document with an independent person or government agency18 ThepurposeofthesechecksistoensurethatthedocumentprovidedisgenuineandaccuratelyreflectsstatementsmadeinyourapplicationIfthedocumentisbeingusedasevidencetosupportyourapplicationwealsowanttoensurethatitmeetstherequirementsoftheRules

19 Verificationmaydelayourdecisiononyourapplicationsowewillonlydoitwhenthereareclear reasons for it

Reasonable doubt20 TherearemanyreasonswhywemaydoubtthataspecifieddocumentisgenuineandwhatweconsidertobeareasonabledoubtwilldependonanindividualapplicationHoweverourjudgmentswillbebasedonthefactswehave

Outcome of verification check21 Therearethreepossibleoutcomesofaverificationcheck

bull Document confirmed as genuineIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisgenuinewewillconsider your application as normal

bull Document confirmed as falseIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationwhetherornotthedocumentisessentialtotheapplicationIfadocumentisconfirmedasfalsewewillnormallyrefusetheapplicationformorethanonereasonForexampleifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefuseyourapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

bull Verification check inconclusiveIfwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsethenwewillignoreitasevidenceIfyouhavesentotherspecifieddocumentsasevidencethatyoumeettherequirementsoftheRuleswewillconsidertheseasnormalIfyouhavenotsentanyotherdocumentsyouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheRules

Refusing applications without making verification checks22 WemayrefuseanapplicationwithoutmakingverificationchecksintwocircumstancesbullWhereweareconcernedaboutapieceofevidencebutwouldinanyeventrefusetheapplicationforotherreasonsthosereasonswillformthebasisoftherefusalWewillnotmakeverificationchecksinthesecircumstancesHoweverwewillalwaysverifypassportsifwedoubtthey are genuine

bullWherethereisevidencethatprovesaparticulardocumentisfalseIfwecanconfirmthatadocument is false we will normally refuse the application for more than one reason For example ifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

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other checks23Wewillmakeothercheckswhereforexamplewehavedoubtsaboutanapplicationorthedocumentssentwiththeapplicationbutthesearenotseriousenoughforustomakeaverificationcheck

24Thesechecksmaydelayourdecisiononanapplicationsowewillonlymakethemwhenwehave clear reasons to do so

extra checks25SometimeswewillhavesuspicionsaboutadocumentbuttheywillnotbeenoughtomakeusdoubtthatitisgenuineForexamplethismaybebecausepreviousverificationcheckshavefound that some supporting evidence is invalid and some is genuine or where evidence provided contradictsinformationwealreadyhaveInthesecaseswemaycarryoutmorechecks

outcome of other checks26 Therearefourpossibleoutcomesofthesechecks

bull Document confirmed as genuineIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisgenuinewewillconsider the application as normal

bull Document confirmed as falseIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationwhetherornotthedocumentisessentialtotheapplicationIfadocumentisconfirmedasfalsewewillnormallyrefusetheapplicationformorethanonereasonForexampleifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefuseyourapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

bull check inconclusiveIfwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsethenwewill consider the application as if the document is genuine

bull Check gives us cause to have reasonable doubt about the genuineness of a specified document Ifwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsebutasaresultofthecheckswefindotherreasonstodoubtthegenuinenessofaparticularspecifieddocumentwemaydecidetomakeaverificationcheck

Procedure for verification and other checks27 Theproceduresforbothverificationchecksandothercheckswillusuallybesimilarandwillvaryfromcasetocasebuttheymayinvolvebullcheckingthedetailsorgenuinenessofdocumentswithemployerstherelevantembassyorhighcommissionothergovernmentdepartments(intheUnitedKingdomandoverseas)and

bullcheckingtheaccuracyandauthenticityofdocumentswithbanksuniversitiesandprofessionalbodies

Date of application28 Thedateofyourapplicationwillbetakentobethefollowing

For applications made in the united Kingdombullwheretheapplicationformissentbypostthedateofpostingor

bullwheretheapplicationformissentbycourierthedateonwhichitisdeliveredtotheUKBorderAgencyoftheHomeOffice

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bullwheretheapplicationformissubmittedonlinethedatewhenyousubmityourapplicationformand pay your application fee online

For applications made outside the united Kingdombullthe date that the fee associated with the application is paid This means the date shown on your payment receipt which depends on how you paid for your visa application for example at a BritishDiplomaticpostvisaapplicationcentreoronline

oveRview oF tHe teRMS anD conDitionS FoR aPPlicationS By PBS MigRantS

29 YoushouldreadtheImmigrationRulesthatapplyatthetimethatyoumakeyourapplication

Periods of grant

30WewillgrantleaveinlinewiththeexpirydateofthepBSmigrantrsquos(ormainapplicantrsquos)leaveexceptwherethepBSmigranthasbeengrantedindefiniteleavetoremainInthesecaseswewillgrantyouaperiodofthreeyearsleaveAnapplicationforfurtherleavemaythenbemadeifrequiredtotakeyouuptotheapplicablequalifyingperiodforindefiniteleavetoremain

applying as the Family Member of a tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the uK

31IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier12or5migrantyoucannotapplyintheUKifyou

bullwerelastgrantedleavetoenterorremainasavisitorunlesstherelevantpoints-basedsystemmigrantwhoyouareapplyingtobedependantofhasorisbeinggrantedleavetoremainasaTier5(TemporaryWork)migrantinthecreativeandsportingsubcategoryor

bullare on temporary admission or temporary release

applying as the Family Member of a tier 4 (general) Migrant in the uK

32IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwhetherornotyoucanapplyforthepBSDependantcategoryintheUKdependsonthetypeofpermissiontostaythatyouhaveandtypeofcoursetheTier4(General)studentisstudyingorwillbestudying

33YoucanbethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwheretheyareapplyingfororhavebeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainintheUnitedKingdomasaTier4(General)Studentif

(i) theTier4(General)applicantisagovernmentsponsoredstudentwhoisapplyingfor orwhohasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseof study longer than six months or

(ii) theTier4(General)applicantis

a) applyingfororhasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaininorderto undertakeacourseofstudyatpost-graduatelevelfor12monthsorlonger and

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b) issponsoredbyasponsorwhoisaRecognisedBodyorabodyinreceiptof funding as a higher education institution from either

I theDepartmentforemploymentandLearninginnorthernIreland II theHighereducationFundingCouncilforengland III theHighereducationFundingCouncilforWalesor IV theScottishFundingCouncil or

(iii) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingfororhasbeengrantedleavetoremainas aTier4(General)Studentonthedoctorateextensionschemeor

(iv) thefollowingconditionsaremet

a) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingforentryclearanceleavetoenteror leavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudythatislongerthansixmonths and either

(1) hasentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4 (General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) lasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithinthe threemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasaTier4(General)Studentor asastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylongerthansixmonthsand

b) You(thefamilymember)musteither-

(1) haveentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasafamily memberofaTier4(General)Studentorastudentwithentryclearance leavetoenterorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) havelasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithin thethreemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasthefamilymemberofa Tier4(General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudy longer than six months and

c) theTier4(General)applicantMigrantandyou(thefamilymember)mustbe applying at the same time

34ToapplyintheUKyoumustnothavelastbeengranted

bullleave to enter or remain as a visitor or

bulltemporary admission or temporary release

35Tier4(General)studentswhowillbestudyingintheUKforsixmonthsorlesscannotbringtheirpartnersandorchildren(alsoknownasdependants)totheUnitedKingdomwiththem

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additional evidential requirement for dependants of PBS migrants whose last grant of leave was not in this capacity

36IfyouareapplyingasafamilymemberofapBSmigrantandyourlastgrantofleavewasnotastheirdependantoryouareachildbornintheUKyouwillneedtodemonstrateyourrelationship WhereyouaremarriedorinacivilpartnershiptoapBSmigrantyoumustprovideyourmarriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatetosupportyourapplicationWhereyouareapplyingasthepartnerofapBSmigrantbutarenotmarriedorinacivilpartnershipwiththemyouwillneedtoprovidedocumentstoshowthatyouhavebeenlivinginarelationshipakintomarriagecivilpartnershipforaperiodofatleasttwoyears-documentsshouldthereforecoverthewholeofthisperiodDocumentswillonlybeacceptedwheretheyarefromofficialsourcessuchasutilitybillsornHSregistrationSuggested Documents

Partners (including spouses and civil partners)marriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatesbankstatementsCounciltaxbillsmedical registrationutilitybills

childrenFullbirthcertificateshowingbothparentsnamesIfyouareachilddependantovertheageof16youwillalsoneedtoincludethedocumentslistedin paragraph 112

conditions of Stay

37You will have the following conditions attached to any leave

bullnorecoursetopublicfunds

bullRegistrationwiththepoliceifthisisrequiredbyparagraph326oftheImmigrationRules

bullnoemploymentasaprofessionalsportsperson(includingasasportscoach)

bullnoemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingunlessyou

haveobtainedaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem or

areapplyingforleavetoremainandhaveorhavelastbeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainthatwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentwhetherthatisemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingorotherwiseandhavebeenemployedduringthatleaveasaDoctororDentistinTraining

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38IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforlessthan12monthsyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKunlessthemainapplicant is a Government Sponsored Student

39IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforacourseofstudybelowdegreelevelunlesstheTier4migrantisagovernmentsponsoredstudent

40Inordertobegrantedentryclearanceasaspousecivilpartnerunmarriedorsamesexpartneryouandthemainapplicantmustbeaged18oroveronthedateyouareduetoarriveintheUnitedKingdom

care arrangements for children

41AllarrangementsforchildrenrsquoscareandaccommodationintheUnitedKingdommustcomplywithrelevantUnitedKingdomlegislationandregulationsMoreinformationcanbefoundontheDepartmentofHealthwebsite

bullAccommodationofstudentsundereighteenbyfurthereducationcollegesnationalminimumstandards and inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4005629

bullBoarding schools national minimum standards inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4006331

bullResidentialspecialschoolsnationalminimumstandardsinspectionregulationswwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationsLegislationDH_4006472

Doctor or Dentist in training condition

42IfyouhavebeenworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoushouldsubmitthedocumentsspecifiedinAnnexAofthisguidanceIfyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistin Trainingrsquo restriction

Maintenance RequiReMent

43pleaserefertoparagraphs319C319HandappendixeoftheImmigrationRules44OneoftherequirementsforfamilymembersofpointsBasedSystemMigrantsisthatyoumustbeabletosupportyourselffortheentiredurationofyourstayintheUKwithoutneedinghelpfrompublicfunds(forexamplebenefitsprovidedbythestate)Ifyoucannotyoucouldfacefinancialhardshipbecauseyouwillnothaveaccesstomoststatebenefits

45pleasenotethatfrom1July2014theamountofmaintenancerequiredbyfamilymembersofallpBSmigrantswillbeincreasedMoredetailsincludingthenewamountofmaintenancethatwillberequiredcanbefoundonourwebsitewwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules-statement-of-changes

Family members of tier 1 (general) tier 1 (entrepreneur) and tier 1 (Post Study work) migrants

46IftheTier1MigrantisoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumustshowthatyoutheTier1Migrantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdomhaveatleastpound1800tosupportyouthisis in addition to any funds the Tier 1 Migrant needs to prove they have enough money to support

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themselves47IftheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

48ForexampletheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUKfor6monthsandismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound1800fortheirspouseandafurtherpound1800foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound6300inavailablefunds(pound1800x3=pound5400+pound900)

49IfthesameTier1MigrantandtheirfamilyhadbeenpresentintheUKfortwoyearstheywouldrequireevidencethattheyheldpound2700(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)inavailablefunds

50IfyouareapplyingasthefamilymemberofaTier1(entrepreneur)migrantyoucannotusethesamefundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementthattheTier1(entrepreneur)usedtomeettheattributesrequirement(appendixAoftheImmigrationRules)

Family members of tier 1 (investor) and tier 1 (exceptional talent) migrants

51DependantsofTier1(Investors)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)donotneedtosatisfythemaintenancerequirement

Family members of tier 1 (graduate entrepreneur) migrants

52IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)isoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumusthavepound1200tosupportyourself

53IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

54Thisrequirementcanbemetbyeitherhavingsavingsofpound1200orpound600wheretheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormorewhichmusthavebeenheldforatleasta90consecutivedayperiodpriortothedateofapplicationorprovidinganendorsementletterfromUKTradeandInvestment(UKTI)confirmingthatithasawardedfundingthatisatleastsufficienttocovertherequiredmaintenancefundsforthemainapplicantyouandanyotherpBSDependants

Family member of a tier 2 Migrant

55Youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself56Thisrequirementcanbemetby

bullhavingsavingsofpound600whichmusthavebeenheldforatleastthreemonthspriortothedateofapplication or

bulltheTier2A-ratedsponsorprovidingawrittenundertakingthatshoulditbecomenecessaryitwillmaintainandaccommodatethefamilymemberforamonthTheundertakingmaybelimitedprovidedthelimitisatleastpound600perfamilymember

57ForexampletheTier2MigrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

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58IfyouapplyatthesametimeasthemainapplicantyouareonlyrequiredtoprovideevidencethatyoumeetthemaintenancerequirementwhentheTier2MigrantisalsorequiredtomeetthemaintenancerequirementIfyouapplyseparatelyfromthemainapplicantyouwillalwaysneedtohavethenecessaryfundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementorhaveawrittenundertakingfrom an A-rated Sponsor

59ForexamplewheretheTier2MigrantissubmittinganapplicationbecausetheyarechangingemploymentwithinTier2neithertheTier2Migrantnoranyfamilymemberisrequiredtosubmitevidencethattheymeetthemaintenancerequirement

Family member of a tier 4 (general) Student

60 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentyourmaintenancerequirementswilldepend on the following circumstancesbullthe length of the course

bullwherethemainapplicantwillbestudyingintheUnitedKingdomand

bullwhetherthemainapplicantalreadyhasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUK

61 TheTier4(General)Studentwillbeeither

bullOnacoursebasedininnerLondon

bullOnacoursebasedinouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUK

62 Tomeetbasiclivingexpensesnotincludingfeesastudent

bullStudyingininnerLondonforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound1000permonth

bullStudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound800permonth

63WewillusetheaddressgivenasthemainstudysitetoassesswhetherthestudentwillstudyforthemajorityofthetimeininnerLondon(morethan50oftheirstudytime)ThefollowingLondonBoroughsaresubjecttothepound1000permonthmaintenancerequirement

bullCamden

bullCityofLondon

bullHackneyHammersmithandFulham

bullHaringey

bullIslington

bullKensingtonandChelsea

bullLambeth

bullLewisham

bullnewham

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bullSouthwark

bullTowerHamlets

bullWandsworthand

bullWestminster

AllotherLondonBoroughsandanyotherareaintheUnitedKingdomwillbesubjecttothepound800permonthrequirement

64ThestudentrsquoseducationproviderwillbeabletotellthestudentwhichLondonBoroughhesheisbasedin

65IfthestudentwillbestudyingatmorethanonesiteandonesiteisininnerLondonandonesiteisnotwewillbasethemaintenancerequirementsonwherethestudentwillspendthemajorityoftheirtimestudyingthestudentwillneedtogetthisaddressfromtheTier4sponsor

66 IfthecourseinvolvesstudythatissplitequallybetweentwoormoresitesthemainstudysitenamedbythesponsorintheConfirmationofAcceptanceforStudieswillbeusedtoassessthelevelofmaintenancerequired

67 IfwedonothavetheboroughintheaddresswewillenterthepostcodeintohttpwwwaboutmyvotecoukandifitconfirmsthattheaddressisinaLondonBoroughthatislistedabovewewillapplytheinnerLondonmaintenancerequirement

How many months money does a family member of a tier 4 (general) Student need

68 IfyouareafamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyoumustshowthatyouhaveenoughmoneytocoveryourmonthlylivingcostswhilstthestudentisstudyingintheUnitedKingdom

69 The amount of money you have to show will depend on whether the student already has anestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomWhereastudenthasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyouwillneedtoshowlessmoneyforlivingcosts

70 ATier4(General)student(includingDoctorateextensionschemepost-graduateDoctorsandSabbaticalOfficers)hasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUKiftheyhavecurrententryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4migrantasastudentorasapost-graduateDoctororDentistwhenapplyingforfurtherleaveandonthedateofapplicationthey

bullhavefinishedasinglecoursethatwasatleastsixmonthslongwithintheapplicantrsquoslastperiodof entry clearance leave to enter or leave to remain or

bullare applying for a continued study on a single course where the applicant has completed at least six months of that course

ATier4(General)studentcanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhethertheyareapplyingfrominsidetheUKorfromoverseas

71 YoucanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhetheryouareapplyingfrominsidetheUnitedKingdomorfromoverseas

72 IfthestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyoumust show that you have money for your living costs for each month of the studentrsquos course up to a maximum of 9 months

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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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annex a - applicants who have been on a nHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave 20

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introduction

1 ThisdocumentprovidespolicyguidanceforfamilymembersofapBSmigrantItreflectspolicyatthedateofpublicationandwemaychangeitItshouldbereadtogetherwithparagraphs319Ato319KoftheImmigrationRulesForthepurposeoftheseguidancenotesthetermslsquowersquolsquousrsquoandlsquoourrsquorefertotheHomeOfficeWhenwerefertorsquoyoulsquoorrsquoyourlsquothismeansthepBSdependant

2 YoucanapplyasapBSDependantifyoumeetthecriteriasetoutinthisguidanceandtheImmigrationRulesandyouarebullthefamilymemberofapersonwithorapplyingforleaveunderTier124or5ofthepointsBased System or

bullthespouseorpartnerofapersonwithindefiniteleavetoremainorBritishCitizenshipwholastheldleaveinTier12or5ofthepointsBasedSystemandyoudonotyetqualifyforindefiniteleave to remain or

bullthechildofapersonwithindefiniteleavetoremainorBritishCitizenshipwholastheldleaveinTier12or5ofthepointsBasedSystemand

yourotherparentdoesnotyetqualifyforindefiniteleavetoremainand

youlastheldleaveaspBSDependantgrantedonorafter9July2012

3WherewerefertothedependantofaTier12or5migrantallofthesereferenceswillalsoinclude those applicants who are applying for further leave to remain in the PBS dependant categorywhentheirsponsor(theTier12or5migrant)hasgoneontoacquireindefiniteleavetoremainIfyouareapplyingasthedependantofapersonwhohasindefiniteleavetoremainorBritishCitizenshipyoushouldreadthisguidanceasiftheywerestillintheirlastpBSimmigrationcategoryForexampleifthepersonwithindefiniteleavetoremainlastheldpBSleaveinTier1you should read the guidance as if you are applying as the dependant of a Tier 1 migrant

4AfamilymemberofaTier2andTier5pBSmigrantapplyingintheUnitedKingdomcanmaketheirpBS(Dependants)applicationonlineorusingtheequivalentpaperapplicationformFamilymembersofaTier1pBSmigrantapplyingintheUnitedKingdommustmaketheirpBS(Dependants)applicationusingthepaperapplicationform

5ThisapplicationformandmoregeneralinformationareonourwebsiteatwwwgovukDocuments we require

6 You must ensure that you provide all of the necessary supporting documents at the time yousendsusyourapplicationWewillonlyacceptthesupportingdocumentsspecifiedintheImmigrationRules

7 IfyouhavesubmittedbullAsequenceofdocumentsandsomeofthedocumentsinthesequencehavebeenomitted(forexampleifonebankstatementfromaseriesismissing)

bullA document in the wrong format

bullA document that is a copy and not an original document

wemaycontactyouoryourrepresentativeinwritingandrequestthecorrectdocumentsWemustreceivetherequesteddocumentsattheaddressspecifiedintherequestwithin7workingdaysofthedateoftherequestWewillnotaskforfurtherinformationwherewedonotanticipatethatacorrection of minor errors or omissions will lead to an approval

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Ifyouhavesubmittedaspecifieddocumentthatis

bullin the wrong format or

bulla copy and not an original document

wemayapproveyourapplicationexceptionallyifwearesatisfiedthatthespecifieddocumentsaregenuineandthatyoumeetalltheotherrequirementsWereservetherighttorequesttheoriginaldocumentsinthecorrectformatandtorefuseapplicationsifthespecifieddocumentsarenotprovided8 Anydocumentaryevidencethatyouprovidemustbetheoriginal(notacopy)unlesswesay

otherwise9 WhereadocumentisnotinenglishorWelshtheoriginalmustbeaccompaniedbyafullycertifiedtranslationbyaprofessionaltranslatorThistranslationmustincludedetailsofthetranslatorrsquoscredentialsandconfirmationthatitisanaccuratetranslationoftheoriginaldocumentItmustalsobedatedandincludetheoriginalsignatureofthetranslator

10 WeonlyneedevidencethatisdirectlyrelevanttotheapplicationassetoutintheImmigrationRulesandthisguidanceWewillnotconsiderunrelatedevidence

11 IfyouarethedependantofaTier4StudentswhoqualifiesforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouwillberequiredtoprovidefewerevidentialdocumentswhensubmittingyourapplicationWhereyouareexemptedfromhavingtoprovideadocument-oragroupofdocuments-underourdifferentiationarrangementsthiswillbespecificallystatedinthisguidanceTheUKBorderAgencyreservestherighttorequestthesedocuments from you in all cases

12 YouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsifbullTheTier4studentissponsoredbyaHighlyTrustedSponsorand

bullYouareapplyingforleaveatthesametimeastheTier4studentand

bullYou are applying for entry clearance in your country of nationality or for leave to remain in the UKand

bullYouholdthesamenationalityastheTier4studentandbothofyouarenationalsofoneofthecountrieslistedatAppendixHoftheImmigrationRulesYoucancheckthisatwwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules

Verification and other checks

13WeaimtoconsiderapplicationsquicklyHoweverwemustalsobeconfidentthatapplicationsmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesandthattheinformationyouprovideisatruereflectionofyourbackground

14Wewillaskforavarietyofverifiabledocumentstoenableustoconsideryourapplication15WemaywanttocheckthesupportingdocumentsyousendwithyourapplicationThereforeyoumustensurethatalltheevidencecomesfromasourcethatcanbeclearlyidentifiedandthatitcanbeindependentlyconfirmedasbeinggenuine

16 Therearetwosituationsinwhichwewillundertakeacheckbull Verification checksndashwherewehavereasonabledoubtsthatthedocumentsaregenuineor

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bull other checksndashwherewecarryoutfurtherchecksforexamplewherewehavedoubtsaboutanapplicationorthedocumentssentwiththeapplicationbutthedoubtsarenotseriousenoughforustomakeaverificationcheck

Verification checks17 Wherewehavereasonabledoubtsthataspecifieddocumentisgenuinewemaywanttoverify

the document with an independent person or government agency18 ThepurposeofthesechecksistoensurethatthedocumentprovidedisgenuineandaccuratelyreflectsstatementsmadeinyourapplicationIfthedocumentisbeingusedasevidencetosupportyourapplicationwealsowanttoensurethatitmeetstherequirementsoftheRules

19 Verificationmaydelayourdecisiononyourapplicationsowewillonlydoitwhenthereareclear reasons for it

Reasonable doubt20 TherearemanyreasonswhywemaydoubtthataspecifieddocumentisgenuineandwhatweconsidertobeareasonabledoubtwilldependonanindividualapplicationHoweverourjudgmentswillbebasedonthefactswehave

Outcome of verification check21 Therearethreepossibleoutcomesofaverificationcheck

bull Document confirmed as genuineIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisgenuinewewillconsider your application as normal

bull Document confirmed as falseIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationwhetherornotthedocumentisessentialtotheapplicationIfadocumentisconfirmedasfalsewewillnormallyrefusetheapplicationformorethanonereasonForexampleifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefuseyourapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

bull Verification check inconclusiveIfwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsethenwewillignoreitasevidenceIfyouhavesentotherspecifieddocumentsasevidencethatyoumeettherequirementsoftheRuleswewillconsidertheseasnormalIfyouhavenotsentanyotherdocumentsyouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheRules

Refusing applications without making verification checks22 WemayrefuseanapplicationwithoutmakingverificationchecksintwocircumstancesbullWhereweareconcernedaboutapieceofevidencebutwouldinanyeventrefusetheapplicationforotherreasonsthosereasonswillformthebasisoftherefusalWewillnotmakeverificationchecksinthesecircumstancesHoweverwewillalwaysverifypassportsifwedoubtthey are genuine

bullWherethereisevidencethatprovesaparticulardocumentisfalseIfwecanconfirmthatadocument is false we will normally refuse the application for more than one reason For example ifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

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other checks23Wewillmakeothercheckswhereforexamplewehavedoubtsaboutanapplicationorthedocumentssentwiththeapplicationbutthesearenotseriousenoughforustomakeaverificationcheck

24Thesechecksmaydelayourdecisiononanapplicationsowewillonlymakethemwhenwehave clear reasons to do so

extra checks25SometimeswewillhavesuspicionsaboutadocumentbuttheywillnotbeenoughtomakeusdoubtthatitisgenuineForexamplethismaybebecausepreviousverificationcheckshavefound that some supporting evidence is invalid and some is genuine or where evidence provided contradictsinformationwealreadyhaveInthesecaseswemaycarryoutmorechecks

outcome of other checks26 Therearefourpossibleoutcomesofthesechecks

bull Document confirmed as genuineIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisgenuinewewillconsider the application as normal

bull Document confirmed as falseIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationwhetherornotthedocumentisessentialtotheapplicationIfadocumentisconfirmedasfalsewewillnormallyrefusetheapplicationformorethanonereasonForexampleifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefuseyourapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

bull check inconclusiveIfwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsethenwewill consider the application as if the document is genuine

bull Check gives us cause to have reasonable doubt about the genuineness of a specified document Ifwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsebutasaresultofthecheckswefindotherreasonstodoubtthegenuinenessofaparticularspecifieddocumentwemaydecidetomakeaverificationcheck

Procedure for verification and other checks27 Theproceduresforbothverificationchecksandothercheckswillusuallybesimilarandwillvaryfromcasetocasebuttheymayinvolvebullcheckingthedetailsorgenuinenessofdocumentswithemployerstherelevantembassyorhighcommissionothergovernmentdepartments(intheUnitedKingdomandoverseas)and

bullcheckingtheaccuracyandauthenticityofdocumentswithbanksuniversitiesandprofessionalbodies

Date of application28 Thedateofyourapplicationwillbetakentobethefollowing

For applications made in the united Kingdombullwheretheapplicationformissentbypostthedateofpostingor

bullwheretheapplicationformissentbycourierthedateonwhichitisdeliveredtotheUKBorderAgencyoftheHomeOffice

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bullwheretheapplicationformissubmittedonlinethedatewhenyousubmityourapplicationformand pay your application fee online

For applications made outside the united Kingdombullthe date that the fee associated with the application is paid This means the date shown on your payment receipt which depends on how you paid for your visa application for example at a BritishDiplomaticpostvisaapplicationcentreoronline

oveRview oF tHe teRMS anD conDitionS FoR aPPlicationS By PBS MigRantS

29 YoushouldreadtheImmigrationRulesthatapplyatthetimethatyoumakeyourapplication

Periods of grant

30WewillgrantleaveinlinewiththeexpirydateofthepBSmigrantrsquos(ormainapplicantrsquos)leaveexceptwherethepBSmigranthasbeengrantedindefiniteleavetoremainInthesecaseswewillgrantyouaperiodofthreeyearsleaveAnapplicationforfurtherleavemaythenbemadeifrequiredtotakeyouuptotheapplicablequalifyingperiodforindefiniteleavetoremain

applying as the Family Member of a tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the uK

31IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier12or5migrantyoucannotapplyintheUKifyou

bullwerelastgrantedleavetoenterorremainasavisitorunlesstherelevantpoints-basedsystemmigrantwhoyouareapplyingtobedependantofhasorisbeinggrantedleavetoremainasaTier5(TemporaryWork)migrantinthecreativeandsportingsubcategoryor

bullare on temporary admission or temporary release

applying as the Family Member of a tier 4 (general) Migrant in the uK

32IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwhetherornotyoucanapplyforthepBSDependantcategoryintheUKdependsonthetypeofpermissiontostaythatyouhaveandtypeofcoursetheTier4(General)studentisstudyingorwillbestudying

33YoucanbethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwheretheyareapplyingfororhavebeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainintheUnitedKingdomasaTier4(General)Studentif

(i) theTier4(General)applicantisagovernmentsponsoredstudentwhoisapplyingfor orwhohasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseof study longer than six months or

(ii) theTier4(General)applicantis

a) applyingfororhasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaininorderto undertakeacourseofstudyatpost-graduatelevelfor12monthsorlonger and

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b) issponsoredbyasponsorwhoisaRecognisedBodyorabodyinreceiptof funding as a higher education institution from either

I theDepartmentforemploymentandLearninginnorthernIreland II theHighereducationFundingCouncilforengland III theHighereducationFundingCouncilforWalesor IV theScottishFundingCouncil or

(iii) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingfororhasbeengrantedleavetoremainas aTier4(General)Studentonthedoctorateextensionschemeor

(iv) thefollowingconditionsaremet

a) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingforentryclearanceleavetoenteror leavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudythatislongerthansixmonths and either

(1) hasentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4 (General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) lasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithinthe threemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasaTier4(General)Studentor asastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylongerthansixmonthsand

b) You(thefamilymember)musteither-

(1) haveentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasafamily memberofaTier4(General)Studentorastudentwithentryclearance leavetoenterorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) havelasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithin thethreemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasthefamilymemberofa Tier4(General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudy longer than six months and

c) theTier4(General)applicantMigrantandyou(thefamilymember)mustbe applying at the same time

34ToapplyintheUKyoumustnothavelastbeengranted

bullleave to enter or remain as a visitor or

bulltemporary admission or temporary release

35Tier4(General)studentswhowillbestudyingintheUKforsixmonthsorlesscannotbringtheirpartnersandorchildren(alsoknownasdependants)totheUnitedKingdomwiththem

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additional evidential requirement for dependants of PBS migrants whose last grant of leave was not in this capacity

36IfyouareapplyingasafamilymemberofapBSmigrantandyourlastgrantofleavewasnotastheirdependantoryouareachildbornintheUKyouwillneedtodemonstrateyourrelationship WhereyouaremarriedorinacivilpartnershiptoapBSmigrantyoumustprovideyourmarriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatetosupportyourapplicationWhereyouareapplyingasthepartnerofapBSmigrantbutarenotmarriedorinacivilpartnershipwiththemyouwillneedtoprovidedocumentstoshowthatyouhavebeenlivinginarelationshipakintomarriagecivilpartnershipforaperiodofatleasttwoyears-documentsshouldthereforecoverthewholeofthisperiodDocumentswillonlybeacceptedwheretheyarefromofficialsourcessuchasutilitybillsornHSregistrationSuggested Documents

Partners (including spouses and civil partners)marriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatesbankstatementsCounciltaxbillsmedical registrationutilitybills

childrenFullbirthcertificateshowingbothparentsnamesIfyouareachilddependantovertheageof16youwillalsoneedtoincludethedocumentslistedin paragraph 112

conditions of Stay

37You will have the following conditions attached to any leave

bullnorecoursetopublicfunds

bullRegistrationwiththepoliceifthisisrequiredbyparagraph326oftheImmigrationRules

bullnoemploymentasaprofessionalsportsperson(includingasasportscoach)

bullnoemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingunlessyou

haveobtainedaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem or

areapplyingforleavetoremainandhaveorhavelastbeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainthatwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentwhetherthatisemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingorotherwiseandhavebeenemployedduringthatleaveasaDoctororDentistinTraining

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38IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforlessthan12monthsyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKunlessthemainapplicant is a Government Sponsored Student

39IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforacourseofstudybelowdegreelevelunlesstheTier4migrantisagovernmentsponsoredstudent

40Inordertobegrantedentryclearanceasaspousecivilpartnerunmarriedorsamesexpartneryouandthemainapplicantmustbeaged18oroveronthedateyouareduetoarriveintheUnitedKingdom

care arrangements for children

41AllarrangementsforchildrenrsquoscareandaccommodationintheUnitedKingdommustcomplywithrelevantUnitedKingdomlegislationandregulationsMoreinformationcanbefoundontheDepartmentofHealthwebsite

bullAccommodationofstudentsundereighteenbyfurthereducationcollegesnationalminimumstandards and inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4005629

bullBoarding schools national minimum standards inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4006331

bullResidentialspecialschoolsnationalminimumstandardsinspectionregulationswwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationsLegislationDH_4006472

Doctor or Dentist in training condition

42IfyouhavebeenworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoushouldsubmitthedocumentsspecifiedinAnnexAofthisguidanceIfyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistin Trainingrsquo restriction

Maintenance RequiReMent

43pleaserefertoparagraphs319C319HandappendixeoftheImmigrationRules44OneoftherequirementsforfamilymembersofpointsBasedSystemMigrantsisthatyoumustbeabletosupportyourselffortheentiredurationofyourstayintheUKwithoutneedinghelpfrompublicfunds(forexamplebenefitsprovidedbythestate)Ifyoucannotyoucouldfacefinancialhardshipbecauseyouwillnothaveaccesstomoststatebenefits

45pleasenotethatfrom1July2014theamountofmaintenancerequiredbyfamilymembersofallpBSmigrantswillbeincreasedMoredetailsincludingthenewamountofmaintenancethatwillberequiredcanbefoundonourwebsitewwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules-statement-of-changes

Family members of tier 1 (general) tier 1 (entrepreneur) and tier 1 (Post Study work) migrants

46IftheTier1MigrantisoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumustshowthatyoutheTier1Migrantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdomhaveatleastpound1800tosupportyouthisis in addition to any funds the Tier 1 Migrant needs to prove they have enough money to support

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themselves47IftheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

48ForexampletheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUKfor6monthsandismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound1800fortheirspouseandafurtherpound1800foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound6300inavailablefunds(pound1800x3=pound5400+pound900)

49IfthesameTier1MigrantandtheirfamilyhadbeenpresentintheUKfortwoyearstheywouldrequireevidencethattheyheldpound2700(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)inavailablefunds

50IfyouareapplyingasthefamilymemberofaTier1(entrepreneur)migrantyoucannotusethesamefundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementthattheTier1(entrepreneur)usedtomeettheattributesrequirement(appendixAoftheImmigrationRules)

Family members of tier 1 (investor) and tier 1 (exceptional talent) migrants

51DependantsofTier1(Investors)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)donotneedtosatisfythemaintenancerequirement

Family members of tier 1 (graduate entrepreneur) migrants

52IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)isoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumusthavepound1200tosupportyourself

53IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

54Thisrequirementcanbemetbyeitherhavingsavingsofpound1200orpound600wheretheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormorewhichmusthavebeenheldforatleasta90consecutivedayperiodpriortothedateofapplicationorprovidinganendorsementletterfromUKTradeandInvestment(UKTI)confirmingthatithasawardedfundingthatisatleastsufficienttocovertherequiredmaintenancefundsforthemainapplicantyouandanyotherpBSDependants

Family member of a tier 2 Migrant

55Youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself56Thisrequirementcanbemetby

bullhavingsavingsofpound600whichmusthavebeenheldforatleastthreemonthspriortothedateofapplication or

bulltheTier2A-ratedsponsorprovidingawrittenundertakingthatshoulditbecomenecessaryitwillmaintainandaccommodatethefamilymemberforamonthTheundertakingmaybelimitedprovidedthelimitisatleastpound600perfamilymember

57ForexampletheTier2MigrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

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58IfyouapplyatthesametimeasthemainapplicantyouareonlyrequiredtoprovideevidencethatyoumeetthemaintenancerequirementwhentheTier2MigrantisalsorequiredtomeetthemaintenancerequirementIfyouapplyseparatelyfromthemainapplicantyouwillalwaysneedtohavethenecessaryfundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementorhaveawrittenundertakingfrom an A-rated Sponsor

59ForexamplewheretheTier2MigrantissubmittinganapplicationbecausetheyarechangingemploymentwithinTier2neithertheTier2Migrantnoranyfamilymemberisrequiredtosubmitevidencethattheymeetthemaintenancerequirement

Family member of a tier 4 (general) Student

60 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentyourmaintenancerequirementswilldepend on the following circumstancesbullthe length of the course

bullwherethemainapplicantwillbestudyingintheUnitedKingdomand

bullwhetherthemainapplicantalreadyhasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUK

61 TheTier4(General)Studentwillbeeither

bullOnacoursebasedininnerLondon

bullOnacoursebasedinouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUK

62 Tomeetbasiclivingexpensesnotincludingfeesastudent

bullStudyingininnerLondonforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound1000permonth

bullStudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound800permonth

63WewillusetheaddressgivenasthemainstudysitetoassesswhetherthestudentwillstudyforthemajorityofthetimeininnerLondon(morethan50oftheirstudytime)ThefollowingLondonBoroughsaresubjecttothepound1000permonthmaintenancerequirement

bullCamden

bullCityofLondon

bullHackneyHammersmithandFulham

bullHaringey

bullIslington

bullKensingtonandChelsea

bullLambeth

bullLewisham

bullnewham

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bullSouthwark

bullTowerHamlets

bullWandsworthand

bullWestminster

AllotherLondonBoroughsandanyotherareaintheUnitedKingdomwillbesubjecttothepound800permonthrequirement

64ThestudentrsquoseducationproviderwillbeabletotellthestudentwhichLondonBoroughhesheisbasedin

65IfthestudentwillbestudyingatmorethanonesiteandonesiteisininnerLondonandonesiteisnotwewillbasethemaintenancerequirementsonwherethestudentwillspendthemajorityoftheirtimestudyingthestudentwillneedtogetthisaddressfromtheTier4sponsor

66 IfthecourseinvolvesstudythatissplitequallybetweentwoormoresitesthemainstudysitenamedbythesponsorintheConfirmationofAcceptanceforStudieswillbeusedtoassessthelevelofmaintenancerequired

67 IfwedonothavetheboroughintheaddresswewillenterthepostcodeintohttpwwwaboutmyvotecoukandifitconfirmsthattheaddressisinaLondonBoroughthatislistedabovewewillapplytheinnerLondonmaintenancerequirement

How many months money does a family member of a tier 4 (general) Student need

68 IfyouareafamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyoumustshowthatyouhaveenoughmoneytocoveryourmonthlylivingcostswhilstthestudentisstudyingintheUnitedKingdom

69 The amount of money you have to show will depend on whether the student already has anestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomWhereastudenthasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyouwillneedtoshowlessmoneyforlivingcosts

70 ATier4(General)student(includingDoctorateextensionschemepost-graduateDoctorsandSabbaticalOfficers)hasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUKiftheyhavecurrententryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4migrantasastudentorasapost-graduateDoctororDentistwhenapplyingforfurtherleaveandonthedateofapplicationthey

bullhavefinishedasinglecoursethatwasatleastsixmonthslongwithintheapplicantrsquoslastperiodof entry clearance leave to enter or leave to remain or

bullare applying for a continued study on a single course where the applicant has completed at least six months of that course

ATier4(General)studentcanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhethertheyareapplyingfrominsidetheUKorfromoverseas

71 YoucanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhetheryouareapplyingfrominsidetheUnitedKingdomorfromoverseas

72 IfthestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyoumust show that you have money for your living costs for each month of the studentrsquos course up to a maximum of 9 months

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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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introduction

1 ThisdocumentprovidespolicyguidanceforfamilymembersofapBSmigrantItreflectspolicyatthedateofpublicationandwemaychangeitItshouldbereadtogetherwithparagraphs319Ato319KoftheImmigrationRulesForthepurposeoftheseguidancenotesthetermslsquowersquolsquousrsquoandlsquoourrsquorefertotheHomeOfficeWhenwerefertorsquoyoulsquoorrsquoyourlsquothismeansthepBSdependant

2 YoucanapplyasapBSDependantifyoumeetthecriteriasetoutinthisguidanceandtheImmigrationRulesandyouarebullthefamilymemberofapersonwithorapplyingforleaveunderTier124or5ofthepointsBased System or

bullthespouseorpartnerofapersonwithindefiniteleavetoremainorBritishCitizenshipwholastheldleaveinTier12or5ofthepointsBasedSystemandyoudonotyetqualifyforindefiniteleave to remain or

bullthechildofapersonwithindefiniteleavetoremainorBritishCitizenshipwholastheldleaveinTier12or5ofthepointsBasedSystemand

yourotherparentdoesnotyetqualifyforindefiniteleavetoremainand

youlastheldleaveaspBSDependantgrantedonorafter9July2012

3WherewerefertothedependantofaTier12or5migrantallofthesereferenceswillalsoinclude those applicants who are applying for further leave to remain in the PBS dependant categorywhentheirsponsor(theTier12or5migrant)hasgoneontoacquireindefiniteleavetoremainIfyouareapplyingasthedependantofapersonwhohasindefiniteleavetoremainorBritishCitizenshipyoushouldreadthisguidanceasiftheywerestillintheirlastpBSimmigrationcategoryForexampleifthepersonwithindefiniteleavetoremainlastheldpBSleaveinTier1you should read the guidance as if you are applying as the dependant of a Tier 1 migrant

4AfamilymemberofaTier2andTier5pBSmigrantapplyingintheUnitedKingdomcanmaketheirpBS(Dependants)applicationonlineorusingtheequivalentpaperapplicationformFamilymembersofaTier1pBSmigrantapplyingintheUnitedKingdommustmaketheirpBS(Dependants)applicationusingthepaperapplicationform

5ThisapplicationformandmoregeneralinformationareonourwebsiteatwwwgovukDocuments we require

6 You must ensure that you provide all of the necessary supporting documents at the time yousendsusyourapplicationWewillonlyacceptthesupportingdocumentsspecifiedintheImmigrationRules

7 IfyouhavesubmittedbullAsequenceofdocumentsandsomeofthedocumentsinthesequencehavebeenomitted(forexampleifonebankstatementfromaseriesismissing)

bullA document in the wrong format

bullA document that is a copy and not an original document

wemaycontactyouoryourrepresentativeinwritingandrequestthecorrectdocumentsWemustreceivetherequesteddocumentsattheaddressspecifiedintherequestwithin7workingdaysofthedateoftherequestWewillnotaskforfurtherinformationwherewedonotanticipatethatacorrection of minor errors or omissions will lead to an approval

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Ifyouhavesubmittedaspecifieddocumentthatis

bullin the wrong format or

bulla copy and not an original document

wemayapproveyourapplicationexceptionallyifwearesatisfiedthatthespecifieddocumentsaregenuineandthatyoumeetalltheotherrequirementsWereservetherighttorequesttheoriginaldocumentsinthecorrectformatandtorefuseapplicationsifthespecifieddocumentsarenotprovided8 Anydocumentaryevidencethatyouprovidemustbetheoriginal(notacopy)unlesswesay

otherwise9 WhereadocumentisnotinenglishorWelshtheoriginalmustbeaccompaniedbyafullycertifiedtranslationbyaprofessionaltranslatorThistranslationmustincludedetailsofthetranslatorrsquoscredentialsandconfirmationthatitisanaccuratetranslationoftheoriginaldocumentItmustalsobedatedandincludetheoriginalsignatureofthetranslator

10 WeonlyneedevidencethatisdirectlyrelevanttotheapplicationassetoutintheImmigrationRulesandthisguidanceWewillnotconsiderunrelatedevidence

11 IfyouarethedependantofaTier4StudentswhoqualifiesforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouwillberequiredtoprovidefewerevidentialdocumentswhensubmittingyourapplicationWhereyouareexemptedfromhavingtoprovideadocument-oragroupofdocuments-underourdifferentiationarrangementsthiswillbespecificallystatedinthisguidanceTheUKBorderAgencyreservestherighttorequestthesedocuments from you in all cases

12 YouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsifbullTheTier4studentissponsoredbyaHighlyTrustedSponsorand

bullYouareapplyingforleaveatthesametimeastheTier4studentand

bullYou are applying for entry clearance in your country of nationality or for leave to remain in the UKand

bullYouholdthesamenationalityastheTier4studentandbothofyouarenationalsofoneofthecountrieslistedatAppendixHoftheImmigrationRulesYoucancheckthisatwwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules

Verification and other checks

13WeaimtoconsiderapplicationsquicklyHoweverwemustalsobeconfidentthatapplicationsmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesandthattheinformationyouprovideisatruereflectionofyourbackground

14Wewillaskforavarietyofverifiabledocumentstoenableustoconsideryourapplication15WemaywanttocheckthesupportingdocumentsyousendwithyourapplicationThereforeyoumustensurethatalltheevidencecomesfromasourcethatcanbeclearlyidentifiedandthatitcanbeindependentlyconfirmedasbeinggenuine

16 Therearetwosituationsinwhichwewillundertakeacheckbull Verification checksndashwherewehavereasonabledoubtsthatthedocumentsaregenuineor

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bull other checksndashwherewecarryoutfurtherchecksforexamplewherewehavedoubtsaboutanapplicationorthedocumentssentwiththeapplicationbutthedoubtsarenotseriousenoughforustomakeaverificationcheck

Verification checks17 Wherewehavereasonabledoubtsthataspecifieddocumentisgenuinewemaywanttoverify

the document with an independent person or government agency18 ThepurposeofthesechecksistoensurethatthedocumentprovidedisgenuineandaccuratelyreflectsstatementsmadeinyourapplicationIfthedocumentisbeingusedasevidencetosupportyourapplicationwealsowanttoensurethatitmeetstherequirementsoftheRules

19 Verificationmaydelayourdecisiononyourapplicationsowewillonlydoitwhenthereareclear reasons for it

Reasonable doubt20 TherearemanyreasonswhywemaydoubtthataspecifieddocumentisgenuineandwhatweconsidertobeareasonabledoubtwilldependonanindividualapplicationHoweverourjudgmentswillbebasedonthefactswehave

Outcome of verification check21 Therearethreepossibleoutcomesofaverificationcheck

bull Document confirmed as genuineIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisgenuinewewillconsider your application as normal

bull Document confirmed as falseIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationwhetherornotthedocumentisessentialtotheapplicationIfadocumentisconfirmedasfalsewewillnormallyrefusetheapplicationformorethanonereasonForexampleifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefuseyourapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

bull Verification check inconclusiveIfwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsethenwewillignoreitasevidenceIfyouhavesentotherspecifieddocumentsasevidencethatyoumeettherequirementsoftheRuleswewillconsidertheseasnormalIfyouhavenotsentanyotherdocumentsyouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheRules

Refusing applications without making verification checks22 WemayrefuseanapplicationwithoutmakingverificationchecksintwocircumstancesbullWhereweareconcernedaboutapieceofevidencebutwouldinanyeventrefusetheapplicationforotherreasonsthosereasonswillformthebasisoftherefusalWewillnotmakeverificationchecksinthesecircumstancesHoweverwewillalwaysverifypassportsifwedoubtthey are genuine

bullWherethereisevidencethatprovesaparticulardocumentisfalseIfwecanconfirmthatadocument is false we will normally refuse the application for more than one reason For example ifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

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other checks23Wewillmakeothercheckswhereforexamplewehavedoubtsaboutanapplicationorthedocumentssentwiththeapplicationbutthesearenotseriousenoughforustomakeaverificationcheck

24Thesechecksmaydelayourdecisiononanapplicationsowewillonlymakethemwhenwehave clear reasons to do so

extra checks25SometimeswewillhavesuspicionsaboutadocumentbuttheywillnotbeenoughtomakeusdoubtthatitisgenuineForexamplethismaybebecausepreviousverificationcheckshavefound that some supporting evidence is invalid and some is genuine or where evidence provided contradictsinformationwealreadyhaveInthesecaseswemaycarryoutmorechecks

outcome of other checks26 Therearefourpossibleoutcomesofthesechecks

bull Document confirmed as genuineIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisgenuinewewillconsider the application as normal

bull Document confirmed as falseIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationwhetherornotthedocumentisessentialtotheapplicationIfadocumentisconfirmedasfalsewewillnormallyrefusetheapplicationformorethanonereasonForexampleifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefuseyourapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

bull check inconclusiveIfwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsethenwewill consider the application as if the document is genuine

bull Check gives us cause to have reasonable doubt about the genuineness of a specified document Ifwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsebutasaresultofthecheckswefindotherreasonstodoubtthegenuinenessofaparticularspecifieddocumentwemaydecidetomakeaverificationcheck

Procedure for verification and other checks27 Theproceduresforbothverificationchecksandothercheckswillusuallybesimilarandwillvaryfromcasetocasebuttheymayinvolvebullcheckingthedetailsorgenuinenessofdocumentswithemployerstherelevantembassyorhighcommissionothergovernmentdepartments(intheUnitedKingdomandoverseas)and

bullcheckingtheaccuracyandauthenticityofdocumentswithbanksuniversitiesandprofessionalbodies

Date of application28 Thedateofyourapplicationwillbetakentobethefollowing

For applications made in the united Kingdombullwheretheapplicationformissentbypostthedateofpostingor

bullwheretheapplicationformissentbycourierthedateonwhichitisdeliveredtotheUKBorderAgencyoftheHomeOffice

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bullwheretheapplicationformissubmittedonlinethedatewhenyousubmityourapplicationformand pay your application fee online

For applications made outside the united Kingdombullthe date that the fee associated with the application is paid This means the date shown on your payment receipt which depends on how you paid for your visa application for example at a BritishDiplomaticpostvisaapplicationcentreoronline

oveRview oF tHe teRMS anD conDitionS FoR aPPlicationS By PBS MigRantS

29 YoushouldreadtheImmigrationRulesthatapplyatthetimethatyoumakeyourapplication

Periods of grant

30WewillgrantleaveinlinewiththeexpirydateofthepBSmigrantrsquos(ormainapplicantrsquos)leaveexceptwherethepBSmigranthasbeengrantedindefiniteleavetoremainInthesecaseswewillgrantyouaperiodofthreeyearsleaveAnapplicationforfurtherleavemaythenbemadeifrequiredtotakeyouuptotheapplicablequalifyingperiodforindefiniteleavetoremain

applying as the Family Member of a tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the uK

31IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier12or5migrantyoucannotapplyintheUKifyou

bullwerelastgrantedleavetoenterorremainasavisitorunlesstherelevantpoints-basedsystemmigrantwhoyouareapplyingtobedependantofhasorisbeinggrantedleavetoremainasaTier5(TemporaryWork)migrantinthecreativeandsportingsubcategoryor

bullare on temporary admission or temporary release

applying as the Family Member of a tier 4 (general) Migrant in the uK

32IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwhetherornotyoucanapplyforthepBSDependantcategoryintheUKdependsonthetypeofpermissiontostaythatyouhaveandtypeofcoursetheTier4(General)studentisstudyingorwillbestudying

33YoucanbethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwheretheyareapplyingfororhavebeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainintheUnitedKingdomasaTier4(General)Studentif

(i) theTier4(General)applicantisagovernmentsponsoredstudentwhoisapplyingfor orwhohasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseof study longer than six months or

(ii) theTier4(General)applicantis

a) applyingfororhasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaininorderto undertakeacourseofstudyatpost-graduatelevelfor12monthsorlonger and

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b) issponsoredbyasponsorwhoisaRecognisedBodyorabodyinreceiptof funding as a higher education institution from either

I theDepartmentforemploymentandLearninginnorthernIreland II theHighereducationFundingCouncilforengland III theHighereducationFundingCouncilforWalesor IV theScottishFundingCouncil or

(iii) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingfororhasbeengrantedleavetoremainas aTier4(General)Studentonthedoctorateextensionschemeor

(iv) thefollowingconditionsaremet

a) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingforentryclearanceleavetoenteror leavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudythatislongerthansixmonths and either

(1) hasentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4 (General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) lasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithinthe threemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasaTier4(General)Studentor asastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylongerthansixmonthsand

b) You(thefamilymember)musteither-

(1) haveentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasafamily memberofaTier4(General)Studentorastudentwithentryclearance leavetoenterorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) havelasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithin thethreemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasthefamilymemberofa Tier4(General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudy longer than six months and

c) theTier4(General)applicantMigrantandyou(thefamilymember)mustbe applying at the same time

34ToapplyintheUKyoumustnothavelastbeengranted

bullleave to enter or remain as a visitor or

bulltemporary admission or temporary release

35Tier4(General)studentswhowillbestudyingintheUKforsixmonthsorlesscannotbringtheirpartnersandorchildren(alsoknownasdependants)totheUnitedKingdomwiththem

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additional evidential requirement for dependants of PBS migrants whose last grant of leave was not in this capacity

36IfyouareapplyingasafamilymemberofapBSmigrantandyourlastgrantofleavewasnotastheirdependantoryouareachildbornintheUKyouwillneedtodemonstrateyourrelationship WhereyouaremarriedorinacivilpartnershiptoapBSmigrantyoumustprovideyourmarriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatetosupportyourapplicationWhereyouareapplyingasthepartnerofapBSmigrantbutarenotmarriedorinacivilpartnershipwiththemyouwillneedtoprovidedocumentstoshowthatyouhavebeenlivinginarelationshipakintomarriagecivilpartnershipforaperiodofatleasttwoyears-documentsshouldthereforecoverthewholeofthisperiodDocumentswillonlybeacceptedwheretheyarefromofficialsourcessuchasutilitybillsornHSregistrationSuggested Documents

Partners (including spouses and civil partners)marriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatesbankstatementsCounciltaxbillsmedical registrationutilitybills

childrenFullbirthcertificateshowingbothparentsnamesIfyouareachilddependantovertheageof16youwillalsoneedtoincludethedocumentslistedin paragraph 112

conditions of Stay

37You will have the following conditions attached to any leave

bullnorecoursetopublicfunds

bullRegistrationwiththepoliceifthisisrequiredbyparagraph326oftheImmigrationRules

bullnoemploymentasaprofessionalsportsperson(includingasasportscoach)

bullnoemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingunlessyou

haveobtainedaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem or

areapplyingforleavetoremainandhaveorhavelastbeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainthatwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentwhetherthatisemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingorotherwiseandhavebeenemployedduringthatleaveasaDoctororDentistinTraining

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38IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforlessthan12monthsyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKunlessthemainapplicant is a Government Sponsored Student

39IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforacourseofstudybelowdegreelevelunlesstheTier4migrantisagovernmentsponsoredstudent

40Inordertobegrantedentryclearanceasaspousecivilpartnerunmarriedorsamesexpartneryouandthemainapplicantmustbeaged18oroveronthedateyouareduetoarriveintheUnitedKingdom

care arrangements for children

41AllarrangementsforchildrenrsquoscareandaccommodationintheUnitedKingdommustcomplywithrelevantUnitedKingdomlegislationandregulationsMoreinformationcanbefoundontheDepartmentofHealthwebsite

bullAccommodationofstudentsundereighteenbyfurthereducationcollegesnationalminimumstandards and inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4005629

bullBoarding schools national minimum standards inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4006331

bullResidentialspecialschoolsnationalminimumstandardsinspectionregulationswwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationsLegislationDH_4006472

Doctor or Dentist in training condition

42IfyouhavebeenworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoushouldsubmitthedocumentsspecifiedinAnnexAofthisguidanceIfyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistin Trainingrsquo restriction

Maintenance RequiReMent

43pleaserefertoparagraphs319C319HandappendixeoftheImmigrationRules44OneoftherequirementsforfamilymembersofpointsBasedSystemMigrantsisthatyoumustbeabletosupportyourselffortheentiredurationofyourstayintheUKwithoutneedinghelpfrompublicfunds(forexamplebenefitsprovidedbythestate)Ifyoucannotyoucouldfacefinancialhardshipbecauseyouwillnothaveaccesstomoststatebenefits

45pleasenotethatfrom1July2014theamountofmaintenancerequiredbyfamilymembersofallpBSmigrantswillbeincreasedMoredetailsincludingthenewamountofmaintenancethatwillberequiredcanbefoundonourwebsitewwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules-statement-of-changes

Family members of tier 1 (general) tier 1 (entrepreneur) and tier 1 (Post Study work) migrants

46IftheTier1MigrantisoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumustshowthatyoutheTier1Migrantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdomhaveatleastpound1800tosupportyouthisis in addition to any funds the Tier 1 Migrant needs to prove they have enough money to support

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themselves47IftheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

48ForexampletheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUKfor6monthsandismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound1800fortheirspouseandafurtherpound1800foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound6300inavailablefunds(pound1800x3=pound5400+pound900)

49IfthesameTier1MigrantandtheirfamilyhadbeenpresentintheUKfortwoyearstheywouldrequireevidencethattheyheldpound2700(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)inavailablefunds

50IfyouareapplyingasthefamilymemberofaTier1(entrepreneur)migrantyoucannotusethesamefundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementthattheTier1(entrepreneur)usedtomeettheattributesrequirement(appendixAoftheImmigrationRules)

Family members of tier 1 (investor) and tier 1 (exceptional talent) migrants

51DependantsofTier1(Investors)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)donotneedtosatisfythemaintenancerequirement

Family members of tier 1 (graduate entrepreneur) migrants

52IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)isoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumusthavepound1200tosupportyourself

53IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

54Thisrequirementcanbemetbyeitherhavingsavingsofpound1200orpound600wheretheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormorewhichmusthavebeenheldforatleasta90consecutivedayperiodpriortothedateofapplicationorprovidinganendorsementletterfromUKTradeandInvestment(UKTI)confirmingthatithasawardedfundingthatisatleastsufficienttocovertherequiredmaintenancefundsforthemainapplicantyouandanyotherpBSDependants

Family member of a tier 2 Migrant

55Youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself56Thisrequirementcanbemetby

bullhavingsavingsofpound600whichmusthavebeenheldforatleastthreemonthspriortothedateofapplication or

bulltheTier2A-ratedsponsorprovidingawrittenundertakingthatshoulditbecomenecessaryitwillmaintainandaccommodatethefamilymemberforamonthTheundertakingmaybelimitedprovidedthelimitisatleastpound600perfamilymember

57ForexampletheTier2MigrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

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58IfyouapplyatthesametimeasthemainapplicantyouareonlyrequiredtoprovideevidencethatyoumeetthemaintenancerequirementwhentheTier2MigrantisalsorequiredtomeetthemaintenancerequirementIfyouapplyseparatelyfromthemainapplicantyouwillalwaysneedtohavethenecessaryfundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementorhaveawrittenundertakingfrom an A-rated Sponsor

59ForexamplewheretheTier2MigrantissubmittinganapplicationbecausetheyarechangingemploymentwithinTier2neithertheTier2Migrantnoranyfamilymemberisrequiredtosubmitevidencethattheymeetthemaintenancerequirement

Family member of a tier 4 (general) Student

60 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentyourmaintenancerequirementswilldepend on the following circumstancesbullthe length of the course

bullwherethemainapplicantwillbestudyingintheUnitedKingdomand

bullwhetherthemainapplicantalreadyhasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUK

61 TheTier4(General)Studentwillbeeither

bullOnacoursebasedininnerLondon

bullOnacoursebasedinouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUK

62 Tomeetbasiclivingexpensesnotincludingfeesastudent

bullStudyingininnerLondonforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound1000permonth

bullStudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound800permonth

63WewillusetheaddressgivenasthemainstudysitetoassesswhetherthestudentwillstudyforthemajorityofthetimeininnerLondon(morethan50oftheirstudytime)ThefollowingLondonBoroughsaresubjecttothepound1000permonthmaintenancerequirement

bullCamden

bullCityofLondon

bullHackneyHammersmithandFulham

bullHaringey

bullIslington

bullKensingtonandChelsea

bullLambeth

bullLewisham

bullnewham

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bullSouthwark

bullTowerHamlets

bullWandsworthand

bullWestminster

AllotherLondonBoroughsandanyotherareaintheUnitedKingdomwillbesubjecttothepound800permonthrequirement

64ThestudentrsquoseducationproviderwillbeabletotellthestudentwhichLondonBoroughhesheisbasedin

65IfthestudentwillbestudyingatmorethanonesiteandonesiteisininnerLondonandonesiteisnotwewillbasethemaintenancerequirementsonwherethestudentwillspendthemajorityoftheirtimestudyingthestudentwillneedtogetthisaddressfromtheTier4sponsor

66 IfthecourseinvolvesstudythatissplitequallybetweentwoormoresitesthemainstudysitenamedbythesponsorintheConfirmationofAcceptanceforStudieswillbeusedtoassessthelevelofmaintenancerequired

67 IfwedonothavetheboroughintheaddresswewillenterthepostcodeintohttpwwwaboutmyvotecoukandifitconfirmsthattheaddressisinaLondonBoroughthatislistedabovewewillapplytheinnerLondonmaintenancerequirement

How many months money does a family member of a tier 4 (general) Student need

68 IfyouareafamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyoumustshowthatyouhaveenoughmoneytocoveryourmonthlylivingcostswhilstthestudentisstudyingintheUnitedKingdom

69 The amount of money you have to show will depend on whether the student already has anestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomWhereastudenthasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyouwillneedtoshowlessmoneyforlivingcosts

70 ATier4(General)student(includingDoctorateextensionschemepost-graduateDoctorsandSabbaticalOfficers)hasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUKiftheyhavecurrententryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4migrantasastudentorasapost-graduateDoctororDentistwhenapplyingforfurtherleaveandonthedateofapplicationthey

bullhavefinishedasinglecoursethatwasatleastsixmonthslongwithintheapplicantrsquoslastperiodof entry clearance leave to enter or leave to remain or

bullare applying for a continued study on a single course where the applicant has completed at least six months of that course

ATier4(General)studentcanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhethertheyareapplyingfrominsidetheUKorfromoverseas

71 YoucanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhetheryouareapplyingfrominsidetheUnitedKingdomorfromoverseas

72 IfthestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyoumust show that you have money for your living costs for each month of the studentrsquos course up to a maximum of 9 months

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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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Ifyouhavesubmittedaspecifieddocumentthatis

bullin the wrong format or

bulla copy and not an original document

wemayapproveyourapplicationexceptionallyifwearesatisfiedthatthespecifieddocumentsaregenuineandthatyoumeetalltheotherrequirementsWereservetherighttorequesttheoriginaldocumentsinthecorrectformatandtorefuseapplicationsifthespecifieddocumentsarenotprovided8 Anydocumentaryevidencethatyouprovidemustbetheoriginal(notacopy)unlesswesay

otherwise9 WhereadocumentisnotinenglishorWelshtheoriginalmustbeaccompaniedbyafullycertifiedtranslationbyaprofessionaltranslatorThistranslationmustincludedetailsofthetranslatorrsquoscredentialsandconfirmationthatitisanaccuratetranslationoftheoriginaldocumentItmustalsobedatedandincludetheoriginalsignatureofthetranslator

10 WeonlyneedevidencethatisdirectlyrelevanttotheapplicationassetoutintheImmigrationRulesandthisguidanceWewillnotconsiderunrelatedevidence

11 IfyouarethedependantofaTier4StudentswhoqualifiesforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouwillberequiredtoprovidefewerevidentialdocumentswhensubmittingyourapplicationWhereyouareexemptedfromhavingtoprovideadocument-oragroupofdocuments-underourdifferentiationarrangementsthiswillbespecificallystatedinthisguidanceTheUKBorderAgencyreservestherighttorequestthesedocuments from you in all cases

12 YouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsifbullTheTier4studentissponsoredbyaHighlyTrustedSponsorand

bullYouareapplyingforleaveatthesametimeastheTier4studentand

bullYou are applying for entry clearance in your country of nationality or for leave to remain in the UKand

bullYouholdthesamenationalityastheTier4studentandbothofyouarenationalsofoneofthecountrieslistedatAppendixHoftheImmigrationRulesYoucancheckthisatwwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules

Verification and other checks

13WeaimtoconsiderapplicationsquicklyHoweverwemustalsobeconfidentthatapplicationsmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesandthattheinformationyouprovideisatruereflectionofyourbackground

14Wewillaskforavarietyofverifiabledocumentstoenableustoconsideryourapplication15WemaywanttocheckthesupportingdocumentsyousendwithyourapplicationThereforeyoumustensurethatalltheevidencecomesfromasourcethatcanbeclearlyidentifiedandthatitcanbeindependentlyconfirmedasbeinggenuine

16 Therearetwosituationsinwhichwewillundertakeacheckbull Verification checksndashwherewehavereasonabledoubtsthatthedocumentsaregenuineor

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bull other checksndashwherewecarryoutfurtherchecksforexamplewherewehavedoubtsaboutanapplicationorthedocumentssentwiththeapplicationbutthedoubtsarenotseriousenoughforustomakeaverificationcheck

Verification checks17 Wherewehavereasonabledoubtsthataspecifieddocumentisgenuinewemaywanttoverify

the document with an independent person or government agency18 ThepurposeofthesechecksistoensurethatthedocumentprovidedisgenuineandaccuratelyreflectsstatementsmadeinyourapplicationIfthedocumentisbeingusedasevidencetosupportyourapplicationwealsowanttoensurethatitmeetstherequirementsoftheRules

19 Verificationmaydelayourdecisiononyourapplicationsowewillonlydoitwhenthereareclear reasons for it

Reasonable doubt20 TherearemanyreasonswhywemaydoubtthataspecifieddocumentisgenuineandwhatweconsidertobeareasonabledoubtwilldependonanindividualapplicationHoweverourjudgmentswillbebasedonthefactswehave

Outcome of verification check21 Therearethreepossibleoutcomesofaverificationcheck

bull Document confirmed as genuineIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisgenuinewewillconsider your application as normal

bull Document confirmed as falseIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationwhetherornotthedocumentisessentialtotheapplicationIfadocumentisconfirmedasfalsewewillnormallyrefusetheapplicationformorethanonereasonForexampleifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefuseyourapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

bull Verification check inconclusiveIfwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsethenwewillignoreitasevidenceIfyouhavesentotherspecifieddocumentsasevidencethatyoumeettherequirementsoftheRuleswewillconsidertheseasnormalIfyouhavenotsentanyotherdocumentsyouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheRules

Refusing applications without making verification checks22 WemayrefuseanapplicationwithoutmakingverificationchecksintwocircumstancesbullWhereweareconcernedaboutapieceofevidencebutwouldinanyeventrefusetheapplicationforotherreasonsthosereasonswillformthebasisoftherefusalWewillnotmakeverificationchecksinthesecircumstancesHoweverwewillalwaysverifypassportsifwedoubtthey are genuine

bullWherethereisevidencethatprovesaparticulardocumentisfalseIfwecanconfirmthatadocument is false we will normally refuse the application for more than one reason For example ifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

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other checks23Wewillmakeothercheckswhereforexamplewehavedoubtsaboutanapplicationorthedocumentssentwiththeapplicationbutthesearenotseriousenoughforustomakeaverificationcheck

24Thesechecksmaydelayourdecisiononanapplicationsowewillonlymakethemwhenwehave clear reasons to do so

extra checks25SometimeswewillhavesuspicionsaboutadocumentbuttheywillnotbeenoughtomakeusdoubtthatitisgenuineForexamplethismaybebecausepreviousverificationcheckshavefound that some supporting evidence is invalid and some is genuine or where evidence provided contradictsinformationwealreadyhaveInthesecaseswemaycarryoutmorechecks

outcome of other checks26 Therearefourpossibleoutcomesofthesechecks

bull Document confirmed as genuineIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisgenuinewewillconsider the application as normal

bull Document confirmed as falseIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationwhetherornotthedocumentisessentialtotheapplicationIfadocumentisconfirmedasfalsewewillnormallyrefusetheapplicationformorethanonereasonForexampleifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefuseyourapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

bull check inconclusiveIfwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsethenwewill consider the application as if the document is genuine

bull Check gives us cause to have reasonable doubt about the genuineness of a specified document Ifwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsebutasaresultofthecheckswefindotherreasonstodoubtthegenuinenessofaparticularspecifieddocumentwemaydecidetomakeaverificationcheck

Procedure for verification and other checks27 Theproceduresforbothverificationchecksandothercheckswillusuallybesimilarandwillvaryfromcasetocasebuttheymayinvolvebullcheckingthedetailsorgenuinenessofdocumentswithemployerstherelevantembassyorhighcommissionothergovernmentdepartments(intheUnitedKingdomandoverseas)and

bullcheckingtheaccuracyandauthenticityofdocumentswithbanksuniversitiesandprofessionalbodies

Date of application28 Thedateofyourapplicationwillbetakentobethefollowing

For applications made in the united Kingdombullwheretheapplicationformissentbypostthedateofpostingor

bullwheretheapplicationformissentbycourierthedateonwhichitisdeliveredtotheUKBorderAgencyoftheHomeOffice

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bullwheretheapplicationformissubmittedonlinethedatewhenyousubmityourapplicationformand pay your application fee online

For applications made outside the united Kingdombullthe date that the fee associated with the application is paid This means the date shown on your payment receipt which depends on how you paid for your visa application for example at a BritishDiplomaticpostvisaapplicationcentreoronline

oveRview oF tHe teRMS anD conDitionS FoR aPPlicationS By PBS MigRantS

29 YoushouldreadtheImmigrationRulesthatapplyatthetimethatyoumakeyourapplication

Periods of grant

30WewillgrantleaveinlinewiththeexpirydateofthepBSmigrantrsquos(ormainapplicantrsquos)leaveexceptwherethepBSmigranthasbeengrantedindefiniteleavetoremainInthesecaseswewillgrantyouaperiodofthreeyearsleaveAnapplicationforfurtherleavemaythenbemadeifrequiredtotakeyouuptotheapplicablequalifyingperiodforindefiniteleavetoremain

applying as the Family Member of a tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the uK

31IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier12or5migrantyoucannotapplyintheUKifyou

bullwerelastgrantedleavetoenterorremainasavisitorunlesstherelevantpoints-basedsystemmigrantwhoyouareapplyingtobedependantofhasorisbeinggrantedleavetoremainasaTier5(TemporaryWork)migrantinthecreativeandsportingsubcategoryor

bullare on temporary admission or temporary release

applying as the Family Member of a tier 4 (general) Migrant in the uK

32IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwhetherornotyoucanapplyforthepBSDependantcategoryintheUKdependsonthetypeofpermissiontostaythatyouhaveandtypeofcoursetheTier4(General)studentisstudyingorwillbestudying

33YoucanbethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwheretheyareapplyingfororhavebeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainintheUnitedKingdomasaTier4(General)Studentif

(i) theTier4(General)applicantisagovernmentsponsoredstudentwhoisapplyingfor orwhohasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseof study longer than six months or

(ii) theTier4(General)applicantis

a) applyingfororhasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaininorderto undertakeacourseofstudyatpost-graduatelevelfor12monthsorlonger and

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b) issponsoredbyasponsorwhoisaRecognisedBodyorabodyinreceiptof funding as a higher education institution from either

I theDepartmentforemploymentandLearninginnorthernIreland II theHighereducationFundingCouncilforengland III theHighereducationFundingCouncilforWalesor IV theScottishFundingCouncil or

(iii) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingfororhasbeengrantedleavetoremainas aTier4(General)Studentonthedoctorateextensionschemeor

(iv) thefollowingconditionsaremet

a) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingforentryclearanceleavetoenteror leavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudythatislongerthansixmonths and either

(1) hasentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4 (General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) lasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithinthe threemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasaTier4(General)Studentor asastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylongerthansixmonthsand

b) You(thefamilymember)musteither-

(1) haveentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasafamily memberofaTier4(General)Studentorastudentwithentryclearance leavetoenterorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) havelasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithin thethreemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasthefamilymemberofa Tier4(General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudy longer than six months and

c) theTier4(General)applicantMigrantandyou(thefamilymember)mustbe applying at the same time

34ToapplyintheUKyoumustnothavelastbeengranted

bullleave to enter or remain as a visitor or

bulltemporary admission or temporary release

35Tier4(General)studentswhowillbestudyingintheUKforsixmonthsorlesscannotbringtheirpartnersandorchildren(alsoknownasdependants)totheUnitedKingdomwiththem

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additional evidential requirement for dependants of PBS migrants whose last grant of leave was not in this capacity

36IfyouareapplyingasafamilymemberofapBSmigrantandyourlastgrantofleavewasnotastheirdependantoryouareachildbornintheUKyouwillneedtodemonstrateyourrelationship WhereyouaremarriedorinacivilpartnershiptoapBSmigrantyoumustprovideyourmarriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatetosupportyourapplicationWhereyouareapplyingasthepartnerofapBSmigrantbutarenotmarriedorinacivilpartnershipwiththemyouwillneedtoprovidedocumentstoshowthatyouhavebeenlivinginarelationshipakintomarriagecivilpartnershipforaperiodofatleasttwoyears-documentsshouldthereforecoverthewholeofthisperiodDocumentswillonlybeacceptedwheretheyarefromofficialsourcessuchasutilitybillsornHSregistrationSuggested Documents

Partners (including spouses and civil partners)marriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatesbankstatementsCounciltaxbillsmedical registrationutilitybills

childrenFullbirthcertificateshowingbothparentsnamesIfyouareachilddependantovertheageof16youwillalsoneedtoincludethedocumentslistedin paragraph 112

conditions of Stay

37You will have the following conditions attached to any leave

bullnorecoursetopublicfunds

bullRegistrationwiththepoliceifthisisrequiredbyparagraph326oftheImmigrationRules

bullnoemploymentasaprofessionalsportsperson(includingasasportscoach)

bullnoemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingunlessyou

haveobtainedaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem or

areapplyingforleavetoremainandhaveorhavelastbeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainthatwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentwhetherthatisemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingorotherwiseandhavebeenemployedduringthatleaveasaDoctororDentistinTraining

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38IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforlessthan12monthsyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKunlessthemainapplicant is a Government Sponsored Student

39IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforacourseofstudybelowdegreelevelunlesstheTier4migrantisagovernmentsponsoredstudent

40Inordertobegrantedentryclearanceasaspousecivilpartnerunmarriedorsamesexpartneryouandthemainapplicantmustbeaged18oroveronthedateyouareduetoarriveintheUnitedKingdom

care arrangements for children

41AllarrangementsforchildrenrsquoscareandaccommodationintheUnitedKingdommustcomplywithrelevantUnitedKingdomlegislationandregulationsMoreinformationcanbefoundontheDepartmentofHealthwebsite

bullAccommodationofstudentsundereighteenbyfurthereducationcollegesnationalminimumstandards and inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4005629

bullBoarding schools national minimum standards inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4006331

bullResidentialspecialschoolsnationalminimumstandardsinspectionregulationswwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationsLegislationDH_4006472

Doctor or Dentist in training condition

42IfyouhavebeenworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoushouldsubmitthedocumentsspecifiedinAnnexAofthisguidanceIfyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistin Trainingrsquo restriction

Maintenance RequiReMent

43pleaserefertoparagraphs319C319HandappendixeoftheImmigrationRules44OneoftherequirementsforfamilymembersofpointsBasedSystemMigrantsisthatyoumustbeabletosupportyourselffortheentiredurationofyourstayintheUKwithoutneedinghelpfrompublicfunds(forexamplebenefitsprovidedbythestate)Ifyoucannotyoucouldfacefinancialhardshipbecauseyouwillnothaveaccesstomoststatebenefits

45pleasenotethatfrom1July2014theamountofmaintenancerequiredbyfamilymembersofallpBSmigrantswillbeincreasedMoredetailsincludingthenewamountofmaintenancethatwillberequiredcanbefoundonourwebsitewwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules-statement-of-changes

Family members of tier 1 (general) tier 1 (entrepreneur) and tier 1 (Post Study work) migrants

46IftheTier1MigrantisoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumustshowthatyoutheTier1Migrantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdomhaveatleastpound1800tosupportyouthisis in addition to any funds the Tier 1 Migrant needs to prove they have enough money to support

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themselves47IftheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

48ForexampletheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUKfor6monthsandismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound1800fortheirspouseandafurtherpound1800foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound6300inavailablefunds(pound1800x3=pound5400+pound900)

49IfthesameTier1MigrantandtheirfamilyhadbeenpresentintheUKfortwoyearstheywouldrequireevidencethattheyheldpound2700(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)inavailablefunds

50IfyouareapplyingasthefamilymemberofaTier1(entrepreneur)migrantyoucannotusethesamefundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementthattheTier1(entrepreneur)usedtomeettheattributesrequirement(appendixAoftheImmigrationRules)

Family members of tier 1 (investor) and tier 1 (exceptional talent) migrants

51DependantsofTier1(Investors)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)donotneedtosatisfythemaintenancerequirement

Family members of tier 1 (graduate entrepreneur) migrants

52IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)isoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumusthavepound1200tosupportyourself

53IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

54Thisrequirementcanbemetbyeitherhavingsavingsofpound1200orpound600wheretheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormorewhichmusthavebeenheldforatleasta90consecutivedayperiodpriortothedateofapplicationorprovidinganendorsementletterfromUKTradeandInvestment(UKTI)confirmingthatithasawardedfundingthatisatleastsufficienttocovertherequiredmaintenancefundsforthemainapplicantyouandanyotherpBSDependants

Family member of a tier 2 Migrant

55Youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself56Thisrequirementcanbemetby

bullhavingsavingsofpound600whichmusthavebeenheldforatleastthreemonthspriortothedateofapplication or

bulltheTier2A-ratedsponsorprovidingawrittenundertakingthatshoulditbecomenecessaryitwillmaintainandaccommodatethefamilymemberforamonthTheundertakingmaybelimitedprovidedthelimitisatleastpound600perfamilymember

57ForexampletheTier2MigrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

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58IfyouapplyatthesametimeasthemainapplicantyouareonlyrequiredtoprovideevidencethatyoumeetthemaintenancerequirementwhentheTier2MigrantisalsorequiredtomeetthemaintenancerequirementIfyouapplyseparatelyfromthemainapplicantyouwillalwaysneedtohavethenecessaryfundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementorhaveawrittenundertakingfrom an A-rated Sponsor

59ForexamplewheretheTier2MigrantissubmittinganapplicationbecausetheyarechangingemploymentwithinTier2neithertheTier2Migrantnoranyfamilymemberisrequiredtosubmitevidencethattheymeetthemaintenancerequirement

Family member of a tier 4 (general) Student

60 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentyourmaintenancerequirementswilldepend on the following circumstancesbullthe length of the course

bullwherethemainapplicantwillbestudyingintheUnitedKingdomand

bullwhetherthemainapplicantalreadyhasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUK

61 TheTier4(General)Studentwillbeeither

bullOnacoursebasedininnerLondon

bullOnacoursebasedinouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUK

62 Tomeetbasiclivingexpensesnotincludingfeesastudent

bullStudyingininnerLondonforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound1000permonth

bullStudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound800permonth

63WewillusetheaddressgivenasthemainstudysitetoassesswhetherthestudentwillstudyforthemajorityofthetimeininnerLondon(morethan50oftheirstudytime)ThefollowingLondonBoroughsaresubjecttothepound1000permonthmaintenancerequirement

bullCamden

bullCityofLondon

bullHackneyHammersmithandFulham

bullHaringey

bullIslington

bullKensingtonandChelsea

bullLambeth

bullLewisham

bullnewham

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bullSouthwark

bullTowerHamlets

bullWandsworthand

bullWestminster

AllotherLondonBoroughsandanyotherareaintheUnitedKingdomwillbesubjecttothepound800permonthrequirement

64ThestudentrsquoseducationproviderwillbeabletotellthestudentwhichLondonBoroughhesheisbasedin

65IfthestudentwillbestudyingatmorethanonesiteandonesiteisininnerLondonandonesiteisnotwewillbasethemaintenancerequirementsonwherethestudentwillspendthemajorityoftheirtimestudyingthestudentwillneedtogetthisaddressfromtheTier4sponsor

66 IfthecourseinvolvesstudythatissplitequallybetweentwoormoresitesthemainstudysitenamedbythesponsorintheConfirmationofAcceptanceforStudieswillbeusedtoassessthelevelofmaintenancerequired

67 IfwedonothavetheboroughintheaddresswewillenterthepostcodeintohttpwwwaboutmyvotecoukandifitconfirmsthattheaddressisinaLondonBoroughthatislistedabovewewillapplytheinnerLondonmaintenancerequirement

How many months money does a family member of a tier 4 (general) Student need

68 IfyouareafamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyoumustshowthatyouhaveenoughmoneytocoveryourmonthlylivingcostswhilstthestudentisstudyingintheUnitedKingdom

69 The amount of money you have to show will depend on whether the student already has anestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomWhereastudenthasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyouwillneedtoshowlessmoneyforlivingcosts

70 ATier4(General)student(includingDoctorateextensionschemepost-graduateDoctorsandSabbaticalOfficers)hasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUKiftheyhavecurrententryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4migrantasastudentorasapost-graduateDoctororDentistwhenapplyingforfurtherleaveandonthedateofapplicationthey

bullhavefinishedasinglecoursethatwasatleastsixmonthslongwithintheapplicantrsquoslastperiodof entry clearance leave to enter or leave to remain or

bullare applying for a continued study on a single course where the applicant has completed at least six months of that course

ATier4(General)studentcanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhethertheyareapplyingfrominsidetheUKorfromoverseas

71 YoucanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhetheryouareapplyingfrominsidetheUnitedKingdomorfromoverseas

72 IfthestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyoumust show that you have money for your living costs for each month of the studentrsquos course up to a maximum of 9 months

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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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bull other checksndashwherewecarryoutfurtherchecksforexamplewherewehavedoubtsaboutanapplicationorthedocumentssentwiththeapplicationbutthedoubtsarenotseriousenoughforustomakeaverificationcheck

Verification checks17 Wherewehavereasonabledoubtsthataspecifieddocumentisgenuinewemaywanttoverify

the document with an independent person or government agency18 ThepurposeofthesechecksistoensurethatthedocumentprovidedisgenuineandaccuratelyreflectsstatementsmadeinyourapplicationIfthedocumentisbeingusedasevidencetosupportyourapplicationwealsowanttoensurethatitmeetstherequirementsoftheRules

19 Verificationmaydelayourdecisiononyourapplicationsowewillonlydoitwhenthereareclear reasons for it

Reasonable doubt20 TherearemanyreasonswhywemaydoubtthataspecifieddocumentisgenuineandwhatweconsidertobeareasonabledoubtwilldependonanindividualapplicationHoweverourjudgmentswillbebasedonthefactswehave

Outcome of verification check21 Therearethreepossibleoutcomesofaverificationcheck

bull Document confirmed as genuineIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisgenuinewewillconsider your application as normal

bull Document confirmed as falseIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationwhetherornotthedocumentisessentialtotheapplicationIfadocumentisconfirmedasfalsewewillnormallyrefusetheapplicationformorethanonereasonForexampleifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefuseyourapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

bull Verification check inconclusiveIfwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsethenwewillignoreitasevidenceIfyouhavesentotherspecifieddocumentsasevidencethatyoumeettherequirementsoftheRuleswewillconsidertheseasnormalIfyouhavenotsentanyotherdocumentsyouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheRules

Refusing applications without making verification checks22 WemayrefuseanapplicationwithoutmakingverificationchecksintwocircumstancesbullWhereweareconcernedaboutapieceofevidencebutwouldinanyeventrefusetheapplicationforotherreasonsthosereasonswillformthebasisoftherefusalWewillnotmakeverificationchecksinthesecircumstancesHoweverwewillalwaysverifypassportsifwedoubtthey are genuine

bullWherethereisevidencethatprovesaparticulardocumentisfalseIfwecanconfirmthatadocument is false we will normally refuse the application for more than one reason For example ifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

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other checks23Wewillmakeothercheckswhereforexamplewehavedoubtsaboutanapplicationorthedocumentssentwiththeapplicationbutthesearenotseriousenoughforustomakeaverificationcheck

24Thesechecksmaydelayourdecisiononanapplicationsowewillonlymakethemwhenwehave clear reasons to do so

extra checks25SometimeswewillhavesuspicionsaboutadocumentbuttheywillnotbeenoughtomakeusdoubtthatitisgenuineForexamplethismaybebecausepreviousverificationcheckshavefound that some supporting evidence is invalid and some is genuine or where evidence provided contradictsinformationwealreadyhaveInthesecaseswemaycarryoutmorechecks

outcome of other checks26 Therearefourpossibleoutcomesofthesechecks

bull Document confirmed as genuineIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisgenuinewewillconsider the application as normal

bull Document confirmed as falseIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationwhetherornotthedocumentisessentialtotheapplicationIfadocumentisconfirmedasfalsewewillnormallyrefusetheapplicationformorethanonereasonForexampleifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefuseyourapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

bull check inconclusiveIfwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsethenwewill consider the application as if the document is genuine

bull Check gives us cause to have reasonable doubt about the genuineness of a specified document Ifwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsebutasaresultofthecheckswefindotherreasonstodoubtthegenuinenessofaparticularspecifieddocumentwemaydecidetomakeaverificationcheck

Procedure for verification and other checks27 Theproceduresforbothverificationchecksandothercheckswillusuallybesimilarandwillvaryfromcasetocasebuttheymayinvolvebullcheckingthedetailsorgenuinenessofdocumentswithemployerstherelevantembassyorhighcommissionothergovernmentdepartments(intheUnitedKingdomandoverseas)and

bullcheckingtheaccuracyandauthenticityofdocumentswithbanksuniversitiesandprofessionalbodies

Date of application28 Thedateofyourapplicationwillbetakentobethefollowing

For applications made in the united Kingdombullwheretheapplicationformissentbypostthedateofpostingor

bullwheretheapplicationformissentbycourierthedateonwhichitisdeliveredtotheUKBorderAgencyoftheHomeOffice

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bullwheretheapplicationformissubmittedonlinethedatewhenyousubmityourapplicationformand pay your application fee online

For applications made outside the united Kingdombullthe date that the fee associated with the application is paid This means the date shown on your payment receipt which depends on how you paid for your visa application for example at a BritishDiplomaticpostvisaapplicationcentreoronline

oveRview oF tHe teRMS anD conDitionS FoR aPPlicationS By PBS MigRantS

29 YoushouldreadtheImmigrationRulesthatapplyatthetimethatyoumakeyourapplication

Periods of grant

30WewillgrantleaveinlinewiththeexpirydateofthepBSmigrantrsquos(ormainapplicantrsquos)leaveexceptwherethepBSmigranthasbeengrantedindefiniteleavetoremainInthesecaseswewillgrantyouaperiodofthreeyearsleaveAnapplicationforfurtherleavemaythenbemadeifrequiredtotakeyouuptotheapplicablequalifyingperiodforindefiniteleavetoremain

applying as the Family Member of a tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the uK

31IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier12or5migrantyoucannotapplyintheUKifyou

bullwerelastgrantedleavetoenterorremainasavisitorunlesstherelevantpoints-basedsystemmigrantwhoyouareapplyingtobedependantofhasorisbeinggrantedleavetoremainasaTier5(TemporaryWork)migrantinthecreativeandsportingsubcategoryor

bullare on temporary admission or temporary release

applying as the Family Member of a tier 4 (general) Migrant in the uK

32IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwhetherornotyoucanapplyforthepBSDependantcategoryintheUKdependsonthetypeofpermissiontostaythatyouhaveandtypeofcoursetheTier4(General)studentisstudyingorwillbestudying

33YoucanbethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwheretheyareapplyingfororhavebeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainintheUnitedKingdomasaTier4(General)Studentif

(i) theTier4(General)applicantisagovernmentsponsoredstudentwhoisapplyingfor orwhohasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseof study longer than six months or

(ii) theTier4(General)applicantis

a) applyingfororhasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaininorderto undertakeacourseofstudyatpost-graduatelevelfor12monthsorlonger and

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b) issponsoredbyasponsorwhoisaRecognisedBodyorabodyinreceiptof funding as a higher education institution from either

I theDepartmentforemploymentandLearninginnorthernIreland II theHighereducationFundingCouncilforengland III theHighereducationFundingCouncilforWalesor IV theScottishFundingCouncil or

(iii) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingfororhasbeengrantedleavetoremainas aTier4(General)Studentonthedoctorateextensionschemeor

(iv) thefollowingconditionsaremet

a) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingforentryclearanceleavetoenteror leavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudythatislongerthansixmonths and either

(1) hasentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4 (General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) lasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithinthe threemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasaTier4(General)Studentor asastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylongerthansixmonthsand

b) You(thefamilymember)musteither-

(1) haveentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasafamily memberofaTier4(General)Studentorastudentwithentryclearance leavetoenterorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) havelasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithin thethreemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasthefamilymemberofa Tier4(General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudy longer than six months and

c) theTier4(General)applicantMigrantandyou(thefamilymember)mustbe applying at the same time

34ToapplyintheUKyoumustnothavelastbeengranted

bullleave to enter or remain as a visitor or

bulltemporary admission or temporary release

35Tier4(General)studentswhowillbestudyingintheUKforsixmonthsorlesscannotbringtheirpartnersandorchildren(alsoknownasdependants)totheUnitedKingdomwiththem

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additional evidential requirement for dependants of PBS migrants whose last grant of leave was not in this capacity

36IfyouareapplyingasafamilymemberofapBSmigrantandyourlastgrantofleavewasnotastheirdependantoryouareachildbornintheUKyouwillneedtodemonstrateyourrelationship WhereyouaremarriedorinacivilpartnershiptoapBSmigrantyoumustprovideyourmarriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatetosupportyourapplicationWhereyouareapplyingasthepartnerofapBSmigrantbutarenotmarriedorinacivilpartnershipwiththemyouwillneedtoprovidedocumentstoshowthatyouhavebeenlivinginarelationshipakintomarriagecivilpartnershipforaperiodofatleasttwoyears-documentsshouldthereforecoverthewholeofthisperiodDocumentswillonlybeacceptedwheretheyarefromofficialsourcessuchasutilitybillsornHSregistrationSuggested Documents

Partners (including spouses and civil partners)marriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatesbankstatementsCounciltaxbillsmedical registrationutilitybills

childrenFullbirthcertificateshowingbothparentsnamesIfyouareachilddependantovertheageof16youwillalsoneedtoincludethedocumentslistedin paragraph 112

conditions of Stay

37You will have the following conditions attached to any leave

bullnorecoursetopublicfunds

bullRegistrationwiththepoliceifthisisrequiredbyparagraph326oftheImmigrationRules

bullnoemploymentasaprofessionalsportsperson(includingasasportscoach)

bullnoemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingunlessyou

haveobtainedaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem or

areapplyingforleavetoremainandhaveorhavelastbeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainthatwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentwhetherthatisemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingorotherwiseandhavebeenemployedduringthatleaveasaDoctororDentistinTraining

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38IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforlessthan12monthsyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKunlessthemainapplicant is a Government Sponsored Student

39IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforacourseofstudybelowdegreelevelunlesstheTier4migrantisagovernmentsponsoredstudent

40Inordertobegrantedentryclearanceasaspousecivilpartnerunmarriedorsamesexpartneryouandthemainapplicantmustbeaged18oroveronthedateyouareduetoarriveintheUnitedKingdom

care arrangements for children

41AllarrangementsforchildrenrsquoscareandaccommodationintheUnitedKingdommustcomplywithrelevantUnitedKingdomlegislationandregulationsMoreinformationcanbefoundontheDepartmentofHealthwebsite

bullAccommodationofstudentsundereighteenbyfurthereducationcollegesnationalminimumstandards and inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4005629

bullBoarding schools national minimum standards inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4006331

bullResidentialspecialschoolsnationalminimumstandardsinspectionregulationswwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationsLegislationDH_4006472

Doctor or Dentist in training condition

42IfyouhavebeenworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoushouldsubmitthedocumentsspecifiedinAnnexAofthisguidanceIfyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistin Trainingrsquo restriction

Maintenance RequiReMent

43pleaserefertoparagraphs319C319HandappendixeoftheImmigrationRules44OneoftherequirementsforfamilymembersofpointsBasedSystemMigrantsisthatyoumustbeabletosupportyourselffortheentiredurationofyourstayintheUKwithoutneedinghelpfrompublicfunds(forexamplebenefitsprovidedbythestate)Ifyoucannotyoucouldfacefinancialhardshipbecauseyouwillnothaveaccesstomoststatebenefits

45pleasenotethatfrom1July2014theamountofmaintenancerequiredbyfamilymembersofallpBSmigrantswillbeincreasedMoredetailsincludingthenewamountofmaintenancethatwillberequiredcanbefoundonourwebsitewwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules-statement-of-changes

Family members of tier 1 (general) tier 1 (entrepreneur) and tier 1 (Post Study work) migrants

46IftheTier1MigrantisoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumustshowthatyoutheTier1Migrantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdomhaveatleastpound1800tosupportyouthisis in addition to any funds the Tier 1 Migrant needs to prove they have enough money to support

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themselves47IftheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

48ForexampletheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUKfor6monthsandismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound1800fortheirspouseandafurtherpound1800foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound6300inavailablefunds(pound1800x3=pound5400+pound900)

49IfthesameTier1MigrantandtheirfamilyhadbeenpresentintheUKfortwoyearstheywouldrequireevidencethattheyheldpound2700(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)inavailablefunds

50IfyouareapplyingasthefamilymemberofaTier1(entrepreneur)migrantyoucannotusethesamefundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementthattheTier1(entrepreneur)usedtomeettheattributesrequirement(appendixAoftheImmigrationRules)

Family members of tier 1 (investor) and tier 1 (exceptional talent) migrants

51DependantsofTier1(Investors)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)donotneedtosatisfythemaintenancerequirement

Family members of tier 1 (graduate entrepreneur) migrants

52IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)isoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumusthavepound1200tosupportyourself

53IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

54Thisrequirementcanbemetbyeitherhavingsavingsofpound1200orpound600wheretheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormorewhichmusthavebeenheldforatleasta90consecutivedayperiodpriortothedateofapplicationorprovidinganendorsementletterfromUKTradeandInvestment(UKTI)confirmingthatithasawardedfundingthatisatleastsufficienttocovertherequiredmaintenancefundsforthemainapplicantyouandanyotherpBSDependants

Family member of a tier 2 Migrant

55Youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself56Thisrequirementcanbemetby

bullhavingsavingsofpound600whichmusthavebeenheldforatleastthreemonthspriortothedateofapplication or

bulltheTier2A-ratedsponsorprovidingawrittenundertakingthatshoulditbecomenecessaryitwillmaintainandaccommodatethefamilymemberforamonthTheundertakingmaybelimitedprovidedthelimitisatleastpound600perfamilymember

57ForexampletheTier2MigrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

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58IfyouapplyatthesametimeasthemainapplicantyouareonlyrequiredtoprovideevidencethatyoumeetthemaintenancerequirementwhentheTier2MigrantisalsorequiredtomeetthemaintenancerequirementIfyouapplyseparatelyfromthemainapplicantyouwillalwaysneedtohavethenecessaryfundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementorhaveawrittenundertakingfrom an A-rated Sponsor

59ForexamplewheretheTier2MigrantissubmittinganapplicationbecausetheyarechangingemploymentwithinTier2neithertheTier2Migrantnoranyfamilymemberisrequiredtosubmitevidencethattheymeetthemaintenancerequirement

Family member of a tier 4 (general) Student

60 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentyourmaintenancerequirementswilldepend on the following circumstancesbullthe length of the course

bullwherethemainapplicantwillbestudyingintheUnitedKingdomand

bullwhetherthemainapplicantalreadyhasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUK

61 TheTier4(General)Studentwillbeeither

bullOnacoursebasedininnerLondon

bullOnacoursebasedinouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUK

62 Tomeetbasiclivingexpensesnotincludingfeesastudent

bullStudyingininnerLondonforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound1000permonth

bullStudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound800permonth

63WewillusetheaddressgivenasthemainstudysitetoassesswhetherthestudentwillstudyforthemajorityofthetimeininnerLondon(morethan50oftheirstudytime)ThefollowingLondonBoroughsaresubjecttothepound1000permonthmaintenancerequirement

bullCamden

bullCityofLondon

bullHackneyHammersmithandFulham

bullHaringey

bullIslington

bullKensingtonandChelsea

bullLambeth

bullLewisham

bullnewham

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bullSouthwark

bullTowerHamlets

bullWandsworthand

bullWestminster

AllotherLondonBoroughsandanyotherareaintheUnitedKingdomwillbesubjecttothepound800permonthrequirement

64ThestudentrsquoseducationproviderwillbeabletotellthestudentwhichLondonBoroughhesheisbasedin

65IfthestudentwillbestudyingatmorethanonesiteandonesiteisininnerLondonandonesiteisnotwewillbasethemaintenancerequirementsonwherethestudentwillspendthemajorityoftheirtimestudyingthestudentwillneedtogetthisaddressfromtheTier4sponsor

66 IfthecourseinvolvesstudythatissplitequallybetweentwoormoresitesthemainstudysitenamedbythesponsorintheConfirmationofAcceptanceforStudieswillbeusedtoassessthelevelofmaintenancerequired

67 IfwedonothavetheboroughintheaddresswewillenterthepostcodeintohttpwwwaboutmyvotecoukandifitconfirmsthattheaddressisinaLondonBoroughthatislistedabovewewillapplytheinnerLondonmaintenancerequirement

How many months money does a family member of a tier 4 (general) Student need

68 IfyouareafamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyoumustshowthatyouhaveenoughmoneytocoveryourmonthlylivingcostswhilstthestudentisstudyingintheUnitedKingdom

69 The amount of money you have to show will depend on whether the student already has anestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomWhereastudenthasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyouwillneedtoshowlessmoneyforlivingcosts

70 ATier4(General)student(includingDoctorateextensionschemepost-graduateDoctorsandSabbaticalOfficers)hasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUKiftheyhavecurrententryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4migrantasastudentorasapost-graduateDoctororDentistwhenapplyingforfurtherleaveandonthedateofapplicationthey

bullhavefinishedasinglecoursethatwasatleastsixmonthslongwithintheapplicantrsquoslastperiodof entry clearance leave to enter or leave to remain or

bullare applying for a continued study on a single course where the applicant has completed at least six months of that course

ATier4(General)studentcanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhethertheyareapplyingfrominsidetheUKorfromoverseas

71 YoucanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhetheryouareapplyingfrominsidetheUnitedKingdomorfromoverseas

72 IfthestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyoumust show that you have money for your living costs for each month of the studentrsquos course up to a maximum of 9 months

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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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other checks23Wewillmakeothercheckswhereforexamplewehavedoubtsaboutanapplicationorthedocumentssentwiththeapplicationbutthesearenotseriousenoughforustomakeaverificationcheck

24Thesechecksmaydelayourdecisiononanapplicationsowewillonlymakethemwhenwehave clear reasons to do so

extra checks25SometimeswewillhavesuspicionsaboutadocumentbuttheywillnotbeenoughtomakeusdoubtthatitisgenuineForexamplethismaybebecausepreviousverificationcheckshavefound that some supporting evidence is invalid and some is genuine or where evidence provided contradictsinformationwealreadyhaveInthesecaseswemaycarryoutmorechecks

outcome of other checks26 Therearefourpossibleoutcomesofthesechecks

bull Document confirmed as genuineIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisgenuinewewillconsider the application as normal

bull Document confirmed as falseIfwecanconcludethatthedocumentisfalsewewillrefusetheapplicationwhetherornotthedocumentisessentialtotheapplicationIfadocumentisconfirmedasfalsewewillnormallyrefusetheapplicationformorethanonereasonForexampleifyousendusabankstatementtoshowthatyouhaveenoughfundsavailableandwehaveevidencethatthestatementisfalsewewillrefuseyourapplicationbecauseyoudonotmeetthefundsrequirementandbecauseyouhavesentafalsedocument

bull check inconclusiveIfwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsethenwewill consider the application as if the document is genuine

bull Check gives us cause to have reasonable doubt about the genuineness of a specified document Ifwecannotverifythatthedocumentiseithergenuineorfalsebutasaresultofthecheckswefindotherreasonstodoubtthegenuinenessofaparticularspecifieddocumentwemaydecidetomakeaverificationcheck

Procedure for verification and other checks27 Theproceduresforbothverificationchecksandothercheckswillusuallybesimilarandwillvaryfromcasetocasebuttheymayinvolvebullcheckingthedetailsorgenuinenessofdocumentswithemployerstherelevantembassyorhighcommissionothergovernmentdepartments(intheUnitedKingdomandoverseas)and

bullcheckingtheaccuracyandauthenticityofdocumentswithbanksuniversitiesandprofessionalbodies

Date of application28 Thedateofyourapplicationwillbetakentobethefollowing

For applications made in the united Kingdombullwheretheapplicationformissentbypostthedateofpostingor

bullwheretheapplicationformissentbycourierthedateonwhichitisdeliveredtotheUKBorderAgencyoftheHomeOffice

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bullwheretheapplicationformissubmittedonlinethedatewhenyousubmityourapplicationformand pay your application fee online

For applications made outside the united Kingdombullthe date that the fee associated with the application is paid This means the date shown on your payment receipt which depends on how you paid for your visa application for example at a BritishDiplomaticpostvisaapplicationcentreoronline

oveRview oF tHe teRMS anD conDitionS FoR aPPlicationS By PBS MigRantS

29 YoushouldreadtheImmigrationRulesthatapplyatthetimethatyoumakeyourapplication

Periods of grant

30WewillgrantleaveinlinewiththeexpirydateofthepBSmigrantrsquos(ormainapplicantrsquos)leaveexceptwherethepBSmigranthasbeengrantedindefiniteleavetoremainInthesecaseswewillgrantyouaperiodofthreeyearsleaveAnapplicationforfurtherleavemaythenbemadeifrequiredtotakeyouuptotheapplicablequalifyingperiodforindefiniteleavetoremain

applying as the Family Member of a tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the uK

31IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier12or5migrantyoucannotapplyintheUKifyou

bullwerelastgrantedleavetoenterorremainasavisitorunlesstherelevantpoints-basedsystemmigrantwhoyouareapplyingtobedependantofhasorisbeinggrantedleavetoremainasaTier5(TemporaryWork)migrantinthecreativeandsportingsubcategoryor

bullare on temporary admission or temporary release

applying as the Family Member of a tier 4 (general) Migrant in the uK

32IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwhetherornotyoucanapplyforthepBSDependantcategoryintheUKdependsonthetypeofpermissiontostaythatyouhaveandtypeofcoursetheTier4(General)studentisstudyingorwillbestudying

33YoucanbethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwheretheyareapplyingfororhavebeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainintheUnitedKingdomasaTier4(General)Studentif

(i) theTier4(General)applicantisagovernmentsponsoredstudentwhoisapplyingfor orwhohasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseof study longer than six months or

(ii) theTier4(General)applicantis

a) applyingfororhasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaininorderto undertakeacourseofstudyatpost-graduatelevelfor12monthsorlonger and

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b) issponsoredbyasponsorwhoisaRecognisedBodyorabodyinreceiptof funding as a higher education institution from either

I theDepartmentforemploymentandLearninginnorthernIreland II theHighereducationFundingCouncilforengland III theHighereducationFundingCouncilforWalesor IV theScottishFundingCouncil or

(iii) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingfororhasbeengrantedleavetoremainas aTier4(General)Studentonthedoctorateextensionschemeor

(iv) thefollowingconditionsaremet

a) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingforentryclearanceleavetoenteror leavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudythatislongerthansixmonths and either

(1) hasentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4 (General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) lasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithinthe threemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasaTier4(General)Studentor asastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylongerthansixmonthsand

b) You(thefamilymember)musteither-

(1) haveentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasafamily memberofaTier4(General)Studentorastudentwithentryclearance leavetoenterorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) havelasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithin thethreemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasthefamilymemberofa Tier4(General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudy longer than six months and

c) theTier4(General)applicantMigrantandyou(thefamilymember)mustbe applying at the same time

34ToapplyintheUKyoumustnothavelastbeengranted

bullleave to enter or remain as a visitor or

bulltemporary admission or temporary release

35Tier4(General)studentswhowillbestudyingintheUKforsixmonthsorlesscannotbringtheirpartnersandorchildren(alsoknownasdependants)totheUnitedKingdomwiththem

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additional evidential requirement for dependants of PBS migrants whose last grant of leave was not in this capacity

36IfyouareapplyingasafamilymemberofapBSmigrantandyourlastgrantofleavewasnotastheirdependantoryouareachildbornintheUKyouwillneedtodemonstrateyourrelationship WhereyouaremarriedorinacivilpartnershiptoapBSmigrantyoumustprovideyourmarriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatetosupportyourapplicationWhereyouareapplyingasthepartnerofapBSmigrantbutarenotmarriedorinacivilpartnershipwiththemyouwillneedtoprovidedocumentstoshowthatyouhavebeenlivinginarelationshipakintomarriagecivilpartnershipforaperiodofatleasttwoyears-documentsshouldthereforecoverthewholeofthisperiodDocumentswillonlybeacceptedwheretheyarefromofficialsourcessuchasutilitybillsornHSregistrationSuggested Documents

Partners (including spouses and civil partners)marriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatesbankstatementsCounciltaxbillsmedical registrationutilitybills

childrenFullbirthcertificateshowingbothparentsnamesIfyouareachilddependantovertheageof16youwillalsoneedtoincludethedocumentslistedin paragraph 112

conditions of Stay

37You will have the following conditions attached to any leave

bullnorecoursetopublicfunds

bullRegistrationwiththepoliceifthisisrequiredbyparagraph326oftheImmigrationRules

bullnoemploymentasaprofessionalsportsperson(includingasasportscoach)

bullnoemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingunlessyou

haveobtainedaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem or

areapplyingforleavetoremainandhaveorhavelastbeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainthatwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentwhetherthatisemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingorotherwiseandhavebeenemployedduringthatleaveasaDoctororDentistinTraining

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38IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforlessthan12monthsyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKunlessthemainapplicant is a Government Sponsored Student

39IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforacourseofstudybelowdegreelevelunlesstheTier4migrantisagovernmentsponsoredstudent

40Inordertobegrantedentryclearanceasaspousecivilpartnerunmarriedorsamesexpartneryouandthemainapplicantmustbeaged18oroveronthedateyouareduetoarriveintheUnitedKingdom

care arrangements for children

41AllarrangementsforchildrenrsquoscareandaccommodationintheUnitedKingdommustcomplywithrelevantUnitedKingdomlegislationandregulationsMoreinformationcanbefoundontheDepartmentofHealthwebsite

bullAccommodationofstudentsundereighteenbyfurthereducationcollegesnationalminimumstandards and inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4005629

bullBoarding schools national minimum standards inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4006331

bullResidentialspecialschoolsnationalminimumstandardsinspectionregulationswwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationsLegislationDH_4006472

Doctor or Dentist in training condition

42IfyouhavebeenworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoushouldsubmitthedocumentsspecifiedinAnnexAofthisguidanceIfyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistin Trainingrsquo restriction

Maintenance RequiReMent

43pleaserefertoparagraphs319C319HandappendixeoftheImmigrationRules44OneoftherequirementsforfamilymembersofpointsBasedSystemMigrantsisthatyoumustbeabletosupportyourselffortheentiredurationofyourstayintheUKwithoutneedinghelpfrompublicfunds(forexamplebenefitsprovidedbythestate)Ifyoucannotyoucouldfacefinancialhardshipbecauseyouwillnothaveaccesstomoststatebenefits

45pleasenotethatfrom1July2014theamountofmaintenancerequiredbyfamilymembersofallpBSmigrantswillbeincreasedMoredetailsincludingthenewamountofmaintenancethatwillberequiredcanbefoundonourwebsitewwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules-statement-of-changes

Family members of tier 1 (general) tier 1 (entrepreneur) and tier 1 (Post Study work) migrants

46IftheTier1MigrantisoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumustshowthatyoutheTier1Migrantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdomhaveatleastpound1800tosupportyouthisis in addition to any funds the Tier 1 Migrant needs to prove they have enough money to support

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themselves47IftheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

48ForexampletheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUKfor6monthsandismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound1800fortheirspouseandafurtherpound1800foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound6300inavailablefunds(pound1800x3=pound5400+pound900)

49IfthesameTier1MigrantandtheirfamilyhadbeenpresentintheUKfortwoyearstheywouldrequireevidencethattheyheldpound2700(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)inavailablefunds

50IfyouareapplyingasthefamilymemberofaTier1(entrepreneur)migrantyoucannotusethesamefundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementthattheTier1(entrepreneur)usedtomeettheattributesrequirement(appendixAoftheImmigrationRules)

Family members of tier 1 (investor) and tier 1 (exceptional talent) migrants

51DependantsofTier1(Investors)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)donotneedtosatisfythemaintenancerequirement

Family members of tier 1 (graduate entrepreneur) migrants

52IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)isoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumusthavepound1200tosupportyourself

53IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

54Thisrequirementcanbemetbyeitherhavingsavingsofpound1200orpound600wheretheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormorewhichmusthavebeenheldforatleasta90consecutivedayperiodpriortothedateofapplicationorprovidinganendorsementletterfromUKTradeandInvestment(UKTI)confirmingthatithasawardedfundingthatisatleastsufficienttocovertherequiredmaintenancefundsforthemainapplicantyouandanyotherpBSDependants

Family member of a tier 2 Migrant

55Youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself56Thisrequirementcanbemetby

bullhavingsavingsofpound600whichmusthavebeenheldforatleastthreemonthspriortothedateofapplication or

bulltheTier2A-ratedsponsorprovidingawrittenundertakingthatshoulditbecomenecessaryitwillmaintainandaccommodatethefamilymemberforamonthTheundertakingmaybelimitedprovidedthelimitisatleastpound600perfamilymember

57ForexampletheTier2MigrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

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58IfyouapplyatthesametimeasthemainapplicantyouareonlyrequiredtoprovideevidencethatyoumeetthemaintenancerequirementwhentheTier2MigrantisalsorequiredtomeetthemaintenancerequirementIfyouapplyseparatelyfromthemainapplicantyouwillalwaysneedtohavethenecessaryfundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementorhaveawrittenundertakingfrom an A-rated Sponsor

59ForexamplewheretheTier2MigrantissubmittinganapplicationbecausetheyarechangingemploymentwithinTier2neithertheTier2Migrantnoranyfamilymemberisrequiredtosubmitevidencethattheymeetthemaintenancerequirement

Family member of a tier 4 (general) Student

60 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentyourmaintenancerequirementswilldepend on the following circumstancesbullthe length of the course

bullwherethemainapplicantwillbestudyingintheUnitedKingdomand

bullwhetherthemainapplicantalreadyhasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUK

61 TheTier4(General)Studentwillbeeither

bullOnacoursebasedininnerLondon

bullOnacoursebasedinouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUK

62 Tomeetbasiclivingexpensesnotincludingfeesastudent

bullStudyingininnerLondonforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound1000permonth

bullStudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound800permonth

63WewillusetheaddressgivenasthemainstudysitetoassesswhetherthestudentwillstudyforthemajorityofthetimeininnerLondon(morethan50oftheirstudytime)ThefollowingLondonBoroughsaresubjecttothepound1000permonthmaintenancerequirement

bullCamden

bullCityofLondon

bullHackneyHammersmithandFulham

bullHaringey

bullIslington

bullKensingtonandChelsea

bullLambeth

bullLewisham

bullnewham

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bullSouthwark

bullTowerHamlets

bullWandsworthand

bullWestminster

AllotherLondonBoroughsandanyotherareaintheUnitedKingdomwillbesubjecttothepound800permonthrequirement

64ThestudentrsquoseducationproviderwillbeabletotellthestudentwhichLondonBoroughhesheisbasedin

65IfthestudentwillbestudyingatmorethanonesiteandonesiteisininnerLondonandonesiteisnotwewillbasethemaintenancerequirementsonwherethestudentwillspendthemajorityoftheirtimestudyingthestudentwillneedtogetthisaddressfromtheTier4sponsor

66 IfthecourseinvolvesstudythatissplitequallybetweentwoormoresitesthemainstudysitenamedbythesponsorintheConfirmationofAcceptanceforStudieswillbeusedtoassessthelevelofmaintenancerequired

67 IfwedonothavetheboroughintheaddresswewillenterthepostcodeintohttpwwwaboutmyvotecoukandifitconfirmsthattheaddressisinaLondonBoroughthatislistedabovewewillapplytheinnerLondonmaintenancerequirement

How many months money does a family member of a tier 4 (general) Student need

68 IfyouareafamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyoumustshowthatyouhaveenoughmoneytocoveryourmonthlylivingcostswhilstthestudentisstudyingintheUnitedKingdom

69 The amount of money you have to show will depend on whether the student already has anestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomWhereastudenthasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyouwillneedtoshowlessmoneyforlivingcosts

70 ATier4(General)student(includingDoctorateextensionschemepost-graduateDoctorsandSabbaticalOfficers)hasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUKiftheyhavecurrententryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4migrantasastudentorasapost-graduateDoctororDentistwhenapplyingforfurtherleaveandonthedateofapplicationthey

bullhavefinishedasinglecoursethatwasatleastsixmonthslongwithintheapplicantrsquoslastperiodof entry clearance leave to enter or leave to remain or

bullare applying for a continued study on a single course where the applicant has completed at least six months of that course

ATier4(General)studentcanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhethertheyareapplyingfrominsidetheUKorfromoverseas

71 YoucanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhetheryouareapplyingfrominsidetheUnitedKingdomorfromoverseas

72 IfthestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyoumust show that you have money for your living costs for each month of the studentrsquos course up to a maximum of 9 months

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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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bullwheretheapplicationformissubmittedonlinethedatewhenyousubmityourapplicationformand pay your application fee online

For applications made outside the united Kingdombullthe date that the fee associated with the application is paid This means the date shown on your payment receipt which depends on how you paid for your visa application for example at a BritishDiplomaticpostvisaapplicationcentreoronline

oveRview oF tHe teRMS anD conDitionS FoR aPPlicationS By PBS MigRantS

29 YoushouldreadtheImmigrationRulesthatapplyatthetimethatyoumakeyourapplication

Periods of grant

30WewillgrantleaveinlinewiththeexpirydateofthepBSmigrantrsquos(ormainapplicantrsquos)leaveexceptwherethepBSmigranthasbeengrantedindefiniteleavetoremainInthesecaseswewillgrantyouaperiodofthreeyearsleaveAnapplicationforfurtherleavemaythenbemadeifrequiredtotakeyouuptotheapplicablequalifyingperiodforindefiniteleavetoremain

applying as the Family Member of a tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the uK

31IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier12or5migrantyoucannotapplyintheUKifyou

bullwerelastgrantedleavetoenterorremainasavisitorunlesstherelevantpoints-basedsystemmigrantwhoyouareapplyingtobedependantofhasorisbeinggrantedleavetoremainasaTier5(TemporaryWork)migrantinthecreativeandsportingsubcategoryor

bullare on temporary admission or temporary release

applying as the Family Member of a tier 4 (general) Migrant in the uK

32IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwhetherornotyoucanapplyforthepBSDependantcategoryintheUKdependsonthetypeofpermissiontostaythatyouhaveandtypeofcoursetheTier4(General)studentisstudyingorwillbestudying

33YoucanbethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)applicantwheretheyareapplyingfororhavebeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainintheUnitedKingdomasaTier4(General)Studentif

(i) theTier4(General)applicantisagovernmentsponsoredstudentwhoisapplyingfor orwhohasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseof study longer than six months or

(ii) theTier4(General)applicantis

a) applyingfororhasbeengrantedentryclearanceorleavetoremaininorderto undertakeacourseofstudyatpost-graduatelevelfor12monthsorlonger and

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b) issponsoredbyasponsorwhoisaRecognisedBodyorabodyinreceiptof funding as a higher education institution from either

I theDepartmentforemploymentandLearninginnorthernIreland II theHighereducationFundingCouncilforengland III theHighereducationFundingCouncilforWalesor IV theScottishFundingCouncil or

(iii) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingfororhasbeengrantedleavetoremainas aTier4(General)Studentonthedoctorateextensionschemeor

(iv) thefollowingconditionsaremet

a) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingforentryclearanceleavetoenteror leavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudythatislongerthansixmonths and either

(1) hasentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4 (General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) lasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithinthe threemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasaTier4(General)Studentor asastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylongerthansixmonthsand

b) You(thefamilymember)musteither-

(1) haveentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasafamily memberofaTier4(General)Studentorastudentwithentryclearance leavetoenterorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) havelasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithin thethreemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasthefamilymemberofa Tier4(General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudy longer than six months and

c) theTier4(General)applicantMigrantandyou(thefamilymember)mustbe applying at the same time

34ToapplyintheUKyoumustnothavelastbeengranted

bullleave to enter or remain as a visitor or

bulltemporary admission or temporary release

35Tier4(General)studentswhowillbestudyingintheUKforsixmonthsorlesscannotbringtheirpartnersandorchildren(alsoknownasdependants)totheUnitedKingdomwiththem

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additional evidential requirement for dependants of PBS migrants whose last grant of leave was not in this capacity

36IfyouareapplyingasafamilymemberofapBSmigrantandyourlastgrantofleavewasnotastheirdependantoryouareachildbornintheUKyouwillneedtodemonstrateyourrelationship WhereyouaremarriedorinacivilpartnershiptoapBSmigrantyoumustprovideyourmarriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatetosupportyourapplicationWhereyouareapplyingasthepartnerofapBSmigrantbutarenotmarriedorinacivilpartnershipwiththemyouwillneedtoprovidedocumentstoshowthatyouhavebeenlivinginarelationshipakintomarriagecivilpartnershipforaperiodofatleasttwoyears-documentsshouldthereforecoverthewholeofthisperiodDocumentswillonlybeacceptedwheretheyarefromofficialsourcessuchasutilitybillsornHSregistrationSuggested Documents

Partners (including spouses and civil partners)marriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatesbankstatementsCounciltaxbillsmedical registrationutilitybills

childrenFullbirthcertificateshowingbothparentsnamesIfyouareachilddependantovertheageof16youwillalsoneedtoincludethedocumentslistedin paragraph 112

conditions of Stay

37You will have the following conditions attached to any leave

bullnorecoursetopublicfunds

bullRegistrationwiththepoliceifthisisrequiredbyparagraph326oftheImmigrationRules

bullnoemploymentasaprofessionalsportsperson(includingasasportscoach)

bullnoemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingunlessyou

haveobtainedaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem or

areapplyingforleavetoremainandhaveorhavelastbeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainthatwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentwhetherthatisemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingorotherwiseandhavebeenemployedduringthatleaveasaDoctororDentistinTraining

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38IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforlessthan12monthsyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKunlessthemainapplicant is a Government Sponsored Student

39IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforacourseofstudybelowdegreelevelunlesstheTier4migrantisagovernmentsponsoredstudent

40Inordertobegrantedentryclearanceasaspousecivilpartnerunmarriedorsamesexpartneryouandthemainapplicantmustbeaged18oroveronthedateyouareduetoarriveintheUnitedKingdom

care arrangements for children

41AllarrangementsforchildrenrsquoscareandaccommodationintheUnitedKingdommustcomplywithrelevantUnitedKingdomlegislationandregulationsMoreinformationcanbefoundontheDepartmentofHealthwebsite

bullAccommodationofstudentsundereighteenbyfurthereducationcollegesnationalminimumstandards and inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4005629

bullBoarding schools national minimum standards inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4006331

bullResidentialspecialschoolsnationalminimumstandardsinspectionregulationswwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationsLegislationDH_4006472

Doctor or Dentist in training condition

42IfyouhavebeenworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoushouldsubmitthedocumentsspecifiedinAnnexAofthisguidanceIfyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistin Trainingrsquo restriction

Maintenance RequiReMent

43pleaserefertoparagraphs319C319HandappendixeoftheImmigrationRules44OneoftherequirementsforfamilymembersofpointsBasedSystemMigrantsisthatyoumustbeabletosupportyourselffortheentiredurationofyourstayintheUKwithoutneedinghelpfrompublicfunds(forexamplebenefitsprovidedbythestate)Ifyoucannotyoucouldfacefinancialhardshipbecauseyouwillnothaveaccesstomoststatebenefits

45pleasenotethatfrom1July2014theamountofmaintenancerequiredbyfamilymembersofallpBSmigrantswillbeincreasedMoredetailsincludingthenewamountofmaintenancethatwillberequiredcanbefoundonourwebsitewwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules-statement-of-changes

Family members of tier 1 (general) tier 1 (entrepreneur) and tier 1 (Post Study work) migrants

46IftheTier1MigrantisoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumustshowthatyoutheTier1Migrantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdomhaveatleastpound1800tosupportyouthisis in addition to any funds the Tier 1 Migrant needs to prove they have enough money to support

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themselves47IftheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

48ForexampletheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUKfor6monthsandismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound1800fortheirspouseandafurtherpound1800foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound6300inavailablefunds(pound1800x3=pound5400+pound900)

49IfthesameTier1MigrantandtheirfamilyhadbeenpresentintheUKfortwoyearstheywouldrequireevidencethattheyheldpound2700(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)inavailablefunds

50IfyouareapplyingasthefamilymemberofaTier1(entrepreneur)migrantyoucannotusethesamefundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementthattheTier1(entrepreneur)usedtomeettheattributesrequirement(appendixAoftheImmigrationRules)

Family members of tier 1 (investor) and tier 1 (exceptional talent) migrants

51DependantsofTier1(Investors)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)donotneedtosatisfythemaintenancerequirement

Family members of tier 1 (graduate entrepreneur) migrants

52IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)isoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumusthavepound1200tosupportyourself

53IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

54Thisrequirementcanbemetbyeitherhavingsavingsofpound1200orpound600wheretheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormorewhichmusthavebeenheldforatleasta90consecutivedayperiodpriortothedateofapplicationorprovidinganendorsementletterfromUKTradeandInvestment(UKTI)confirmingthatithasawardedfundingthatisatleastsufficienttocovertherequiredmaintenancefundsforthemainapplicantyouandanyotherpBSDependants

Family member of a tier 2 Migrant

55Youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself56Thisrequirementcanbemetby

bullhavingsavingsofpound600whichmusthavebeenheldforatleastthreemonthspriortothedateofapplication or

bulltheTier2A-ratedsponsorprovidingawrittenundertakingthatshoulditbecomenecessaryitwillmaintainandaccommodatethefamilymemberforamonthTheundertakingmaybelimitedprovidedthelimitisatleastpound600perfamilymember

57ForexampletheTier2MigrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

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58IfyouapplyatthesametimeasthemainapplicantyouareonlyrequiredtoprovideevidencethatyoumeetthemaintenancerequirementwhentheTier2MigrantisalsorequiredtomeetthemaintenancerequirementIfyouapplyseparatelyfromthemainapplicantyouwillalwaysneedtohavethenecessaryfundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementorhaveawrittenundertakingfrom an A-rated Sponsor

59ForexamplewheretheTier2MigrantissubmittinganapplicationbecausetheyarechangingemploymentwithinTier2neithertheTier2Migrantnoranyfamilymemberisrequiredtosubmitevidencethattheymeetthemaintenancerequirement

Family member of a tier 4 (general) Student

60 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentyourmaintenancerequirementswilldepend on the following circumstancesbullthe length of the course

bullwherethemainapplicantwillbestudyingintheUnitedKingdomand

bullwhetherthemainapplicantalreadyhasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUK

61 TheTier4(General)Studentwillbeeither

bullOnacoursebasedininnerLondon

bullOnacoursebasedinouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUK

62 Tomeetbasiclivingexpensesnotincludingfeesastudent

bullStudyingininnerLondonforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound1000permonth

bullStudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound800permonth

63WewillusetheaddressgivenasthemainstudysitetoassesswhetherthestudentwillstudyforthemajorityofthetimeininnerLondon(morethan50oftheirstudytime)ThefollowingLondonBoroughsaresubjecttothepound1000permonthmaintenancerequirement

bullCamden

bullCityofLondon

bullHackneyHammersmithandFulham

bullHaringey

bullIslington

bullKensingtonandChelsea

bullLambeth

bullLewisham

bullnewham

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bullSouthwark

bullTowerHamlets

bullWandsworthand

bullWestminster

AllotherLondonBoroughsandanyotherareaintheUnitedKingdomwillbesubjecttothepound800permonthrequirement

64ThestudentrsquoseducationproviderwillbeabletotellthestudentwhichLondonBoroughhesheisbasedin

65IfthestudentwillbestudyingatmorethanonesiteandonesiteisininnerLondonandonesiteisnotwewillbasethemaintenancerequirementsonwherethestudentwillspendthemajorityoftheirtimestudyingthestudentwillneedtogetthisaddressfromtheTier4sponsor

66 IfthecourseinvolvesstudythatissplitequallybetweentwoormoresitesthemainstudysitenamedbythesponsorintheConfirmationofAcceptanceforStudieswillbeusedtoassessthelevelofmaintenancerequired

67 IfwedonothavetheboroughintheaddresswewillenterthepostcodeintohttpwwwaboutmyvotecoukandifitconfirmsthattheaddressisinaLondonBoroughthatislistedabovewewillapplytheinnerLondonmaintenancerequirement

How many months money does a family member of a tier 4 (general) Student need

68 IfyouareafamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyoumustshowthatyouhaveenoughmoneytocoveryourmonthlylivingcostswhilstthestudentisstudyingintheUnitedKingdom

69 The amount of money you have to show will depend on whether the student already has anestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomWhereastudenthasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyouwillneedtoshowlessmoneyforlivingcosts

70 ATier4(General)student(includingDoctorateextensionschemepost-graduateDoctorsandSabbaticalOfficers)hasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUKiftheyhavecurrententryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4migrantasastudentorasapost-graduateDoctororDentistwhenapplyingforfurtherleaveandonthedateofapplicationthey

bullhavefinishedasinglecoursethatwasatleastsixmonthslongwithintheapplicantrsquoslastperiodof entry clearance leave to enter or leave to remain or

bullare applying for a continued study on a single course where the applicant has completed at least six months of that course

ATier4(General)studentcanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhethertheyareapplyingfrominsidetheUKorfromoverseas

71 YoucanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhetheryouareapplyingfrominsidetheUnitedKingdomorfromoverseas

72 IfthestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyoumust show that you have money for your living costs for each month of the studentrsquos course up to a maximum of 9 months

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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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b) issponsoredbyasponsorwhoisaRecognisedBodyorabodyinreceiptof funding as a higher education institution from either

I theDepartmentforemploymentandLearninginnorthernIreland II theHighereducationFundingCouncilforengland III theHighereducationFundingCouncilforWalesor IV theScottishFundingCouncil or

(iii) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingfororhasbeengrantedleavetoremainas aTier4(General)Studentonthedoctorateextensionschemeor

(iv) thefollowingconditionsaremet

a) theTier4(General)applicantisapplyingforentryclearanceleavetoenteror leavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudythatislongerthansixmonths and either

(1) hasentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4 (General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) lasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithinthe threemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasaTier4(General)Studentor asastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudylongerthansixmonthsand

b) You(thefamilymember)musteither-

(1) haveentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasafamily memberofaTier4(General)Studentorastudentwithentryclearance leavetoenterorleavetoremaintoundertakeacourseofstudylonger than six months or

(2) havelasthadentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainwithin thethreemonthsprecedingtheapplicationasthefamilymemberofa Tier4(General)Studentorasastudenttoundertakeacourseofstudy longer than six months and

c) theTier4(General)applicantMigrantandyou(thefamilymember)mustbe applying at the same time

34ToapplyintheUKyoumustnothavelastbeengranted

bullleave to enter or remain as a visitor or

bulltemporary admission or temporary release

35Tier4(General)studentswhowillbestudyingintheUKforsixmonthsorlesscannotbringtheirpartnersandorchildren(alsoknownasdependants)totheUnitedKingdomwiththem

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additional evidential requirement for dependants of PBS migrants whose last grant of leave was not in this capacity

36IfyouareapplyingasafamilymemberofapBSmigrantandyourlastgrantofleavewasnotastheirdependantoryouareachildbornintheUKyouwillneedtodemonstrateyourrelationship WhereyouaremarriedorinacivilpartnershiptoapBSmigrantyoumustprovideyourmarriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatetosupportyourapplicationWhereyouareapplyingasthepartnerofapBSmigrantbutarenotmarriedorinacivilpartnershipwiththemyouwillneedtoprovidedocumentstoshowthatyouhavebeenlivinginarelationshipakintomarriagecivilpartnershipforaperiodofatleasttwoyears-documentsshouldthereforecoverthewholeofthisperiodDocumentswillonlybeacceptedwheretheyarefromofficialsourcessuchasutilitybillsornHSregistrationSuggested Documents

Partners (including spouses and civil partners)marriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatesbankstatementsCounciltaxbillsmedical registrationutilitybills

childrenFullbirthcertificateshowingbothparentsnamesIfyouareachilddependantovertheageof16youwillalsoneedtoincludethedocumentslistedin paragraph 112

conditions of Stay

37You will have the following conditions attached to any leave

bullnorecoursetopublicfunds

bullRegistrationwiththepoliceifthisisrequiredbyparagraph326oftheImmigrationRules

bullnoemploymentasaprofessionalsportsperson(includingasasportscoach)

bullnoemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingunlessyou

haveobtainedaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem or

areapplyingforleavetoremainandhaveorhavelastbeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainthatwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentwhetherthatisemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingorotherwiseandhavebeenemployedduringthatleaveasaDoctororDentistinTraining

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38IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforlessthan12monthsyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKunlessthemainapplicant is a Government Sponsored Student

39IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforacourseofstudybelowdegreelevelunlesstheTier4migrantisagovernmentsponsoredstudent

40Inordertobegrantedentryclearanceasaspousecivilpartnerunmarriedorsamesexpartneryouandthemainapplicantmustbeaged18oroveronthedateyouareduetoarriveintheUnitedKingdom

care arrangements for children

41AllarrangementsforchildrenrsquoscareandaccommodationintheUnitedKingdommustcomplywithrelevantUnitedKingdomlegislationandregulationsMoreinformationcanbefoundontheDepartmentofHealthwebsite

bullAccommodationofstudentsundereighteenbyfurthereducationcollegesnationalminimumstandards and inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4005629

bullBoarding schools national minimum standards inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4006331

bullResidentialspecialschoolsnationalminimumstandardsinspectionregulationswwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationsLegislationDH_4006472

Doctor or Dentist in training condition

42IfyouhavebeenworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoushouldsubmitthedocumentsspecifiedinAnnexAofthisguidanceIfyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistin Trainingrsquo restriction

Maintenance RequiReMent

43pleaserefertoparagraphs319C319HandappendixeoftheImmigrationRules44OneoftherequirementsforfamilymembersofpointsBasedSystemMigrantsisthatyoumustbeabletosupportyourselffortheentiredurationofyourstayintheUKwithoutneedinghelpfrompublicfunds(forexamplebenefitsprovidedbythestate)Ifyoucannotyoucouldfacefinancialhardshipbecauseyouwillnothaveaccesstomoststatebenefits

45pleasenotethatfrom1July2014theamountofmaintenancerequiredbyfamilymembersofallpBSmigrantswillbeincreasedMoredetailsincludingthenewamountofmaintenancethatwillberequiredcanbefoundonourwebsitewwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules-statement-of-changes

Family members of tier 1 (general) tier 1 (entrepreneur) and tier 1 (Post Study work) migrants

46IftheTier1MigrantisoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumustshowthatyoutheTier1Migrantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdomhaveatleastpound1800tosupportyouthisis in addition to any funds the Tier 1 Migrant needs to prove they have enough money to support

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themselves47IftheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

48ForexampletheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUKfor6monthsandismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound1800fortheirspouseandafurtherpound1800foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound6300inavailablefunds(pound1800x3=pound5400+pound900)

49IfthesameTier1MigrantandtheirfamilyhadbeenpresentintheUKfortwoyearstheywouldrequireevidencethattheyheldpound2700(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)inavailablefunds

50IfyouareapplyingasthefamilymemberofaTier1(entrepreneur)migrantyoucannotusethesamefundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementthattheTier1(entrepreneur)usedtomeettheattributesrequirement(appendixAoftheImmigrationRules)

Family members of tier 1 (investor) and tier 1 (exceptional talent) migrants

51DependantsofTier1(Investors)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)donotneedtosatisfythemaintenancerequirement

Family members of tier 1 (graduate entrepreneur) migrants

52IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)isoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumusthavepound1200tosupportyourself

53IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

54Thisrequirementcanbemetbyeitherhavingsavingsofpound1200orpound600wheretheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormorewhichmusthavebeenheldforatleasta90consecutivedayperiodpriortothedateofapplicationorprovidinganendorsementletterfromUKTradeandInvestment(UKTI)confirmingthatithasawardedfundingthatisatleastsufficienttocovertherequiredmaintenancefundsforthemainapplicantyouandanyotherpBSDependants

Family member of a tier 2 Migrant

55Youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself56Thisrequirementcanbemetby

bullhavingsavingsofpound600whichmusthavebeenheldforatleastthreemonthspriortothedateofapplication or

bulltheTier2A-ratedsponsorprovidingawrittenundertakingthatshoulditbecomenecessaryitwillmaintainandaccommodatethefamilymemberforamonthTheundertakingmaybelimitedprovidedthelimitisatleastpound600perfamilymember

57ForexampletheTier2MigrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

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58IfyouapplyatthesametimeasthemainapplicantyouareonlyrequiredtoprovideevidencethatyoumeetthemaintenancerequirementwhentheTier2MigrantisalsorequiredtomeetthemaintenancerequirementIfyouapplyseparatelyfromthemainapplicantyouwillalwaysneedtohavethenecessaryfundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementorhaveawrittenundertakingfrom an A-rated Sponsor

59ForexamplewheretheTier2MigrantissubmittinganapplicationbecausetheyarechangingemploymentwithinTier2neithertheTier2Migrantnoranyfamilymemberisrequiredtosubmitevidencethattheymeetthemaintenancerequirement

Family member of a tier 4 (general) Student

60 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentyourmaintenancerequirementswilldepend on the following circumstancesbullthe length of the course

bullwherethemainapplicantwillbestudyingintheUnitedKingdomand

bullwhetherthemainapplicantalreadyhasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUK

61 TheTier4(General)Studentwillbeeither

bullOnacoursebasedininnerLondon

bullOnacoursebasedinouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUK

62 Tomeetbasiclivingexpensesnotincludingfeesastudent

bullStudyingininnerLondonforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound1000permonth

bullStudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound800permonth

63WewillusetheaddressgivenasthemainstudysitetoassesswhetherthestudentwillstudyforthemajorityofthetimeininnerLondon(morethan50oftheirstudytime)ThefollowingLondonBoroughsaresubjecttothepound1000permonthmaintenancerequirement

bullCamden

bullCityofLondon

bullHackneyHammersmithandFulham

bullHaringey

bullIslington

bullKensingtonandChelsea

bullLambeth

bullLewisham

bullnewham

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bullSouthwark

bullTowerHamlets

bullWandsworthand

bullWestminster

AllotherLondonBoroughsandanyotherareaintheUnitedKingdomwillbesubjecttothepound800permonthrequirement

64ThestudentrsquoseducationproviderwillbeabletotellthestudentwhichLondonBoroughhesheisbasedin

65IfthestudentwillbestudyingatmorethanonesiteandonesiteisininnerLondonandonesiteisnotwewillbasethemaintenancerequirementsonwherethestudentwillspendthemajorityoftheirtimestudyingthestudentwillneedtogetthisaddressfromtheTier4sponsor

66 IfthecourseinvolvesstudythatissplitequallybetweentwoormoresitesthemainstudysitenamedbythesponsorintheConfirmationofAcceptanceforStudieswillbeusedtoassessthelevelofmaintenancerequired

67 IfwedonothavetheboroughintheaddresswewillenterthepostcodeintohttpwwwaboutmyvotecoukandifitconfirmsthattheaddressisinaLondonBoroughthatislistedabovewewillapplytheinnerLondonmaintenancerequirement

How many months money does a family member of a tier 4 (general) Student need

68 IfyouareafamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyoumustshowthatyouhaveenoughmoneytocoveryourmonthlylivingcostswhilstthestudentisstudyingintheUnitedKingdom

69 The amount of money you have to show will depend on whether the student already has anestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomWhereastudenthasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyouwillneedtoshowlessmoneyforlivingcosts

70 ATier4(General)student(includingDoctorateextensionschemepost-graduateDoctorsandSabbaticalOfficers)hasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUKiftheyhavecurrententryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4migrantasastudentorasapost-graduateDoctororDentistwhenapplyingforfurtherleaveandonthedateofapplicationthey

bullhavefinishedasinglecoursethatwasatleastsixmonthslongwithintheapplicantrsquoslastperiodof entry clearance leave to enter or leave to remain or

bullare applying for a continued study on a single course where the applicant has completed at least six months of that course

ATier4(General)studentcanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhethertheyareapplyingfrominsidetheUKorfromoverseas

71 YoucanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhetheryouareapplyingfrominsidetheUnitedKingdomorfromoverseas

72 IfthestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyoumust show that you have money for your living costs for each month of the studentrsquos course up to a maximum of 9 months

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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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additional evidential requirement for dependants of PBS migrants whose last grant of leave was not in this capacity

36IfyouareapplyingasafamilymemberofapBSmigrantandyourlastgrantofleavewasnotastheirdependantoryouareachildbornintheUKyouwillneedtodemonstrateyourrelationship WhereyouaremarriedorinacivilpartnershiptoapBSmigrantyoumustprovideyourmarriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatetosupportyourapplicationWhereyouareapplyingasthepartnerofapBSmigrantbutarenotmarriedorinacivilpartnershipwiththemyouwillneedtoprovidedocumentstoshowthatyouhavebeenlivinginarelationshipakintomarriagecivilpartnershipforaperiodofatleasttwoyears-documentsshouldthereforecoverthewholeofthisperiodDocumentswillonlybeacceptedwheretheyarefromofficialsourcessuchasutilitybillsornHSregistrationSuggested Documents

Partners (including spouses and civil partners)marriageorcivilpartnershipcertificatesbankstatementsCounciltaxbillsmedical registrationutilitybills

childrenFullbirthcertificateshowingbothparentsnamesIfyouareachilddependantovertheageof16youwillalsoneedtoincludethedocumentslistedin paragraph 112

conditions of Stay

37You will have the following conditions attached to any leave

bullnorecoursetopublicfunds

bullRegistrationwiththepoliceifthisisrequiredbyparagraph326oftheImmigrationRules

bullnoemploymentasaprofessionalsportsperson(includingasasportscoach)

bullnoemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingunlessyou

haveobtainedaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem or

areapplyingforleavetoremainandhaveorhavelastbeengrantedentryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainthatwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentwhetherthatisemploymentasaDoctororDentistinTrainingorotherwiseandhavebeenemployedduringthatleaveasaDoctororDentistinTraining

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38IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforlessthan12monthsyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKunlessthemainapplicant is a Government Sponsored Student

39IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforacourseofstudybelowdegreelevelunlesstheTier4migrantisagovernmentsponsoredstudent

40Inordertobegrantedentryclearanceasaspousecivilpartnerunmarriedorsamesexpartneryouandthemainapplicantmustbeaged18oroveronthedateyouareduetoarriveintheUnitedKingdom

care arrangements for children

41AllarrangementsforchildrenrsquoscareandaccommodationintheUnitedKingdommustcomplywithrelevantUnitedKingdomlegislationandregulationsMoreinformationcanbefoundontheDepartmentofHealthwebsite

bullAccommodationofstudentsundereighteenbyfurthereducationcollegesnationalminimumstandards and inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4005629

bullBoarding schools national minimum standards inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4006331

bullResidentialspecialschoolsnationalminimumstandardsinspectionregulationswwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationsLegislationDH_4006472

Doctor or Dentist in training condition

42IfyouhavebeenworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoushouldsubmitthedocumentsspecifiedinAnnexAofthisguidanceIfyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistin Trainingrsquo restriction

Maintenance RequiReMent

43pleaserefertoparagraphs319C319HandappendixeoftheImmigrationRules44OneoftherequirementsforfamilymembersofpointsBasedSystemMigrantsisthatyoumustbeabletosupportyourselffortheentiredurationofyourstayintheUKwithoutneedinghelpfrompublicfunds(forexamplebenefitsprovidedbythestate)Ifyoucannotyoucouldfacefinancialhardshipbecauseyouwillnothaveaccesstomoststatebenefits

45pleasenotethatfrom1July2014theamountofmaintenancerequiredbyfamilymembersofallpBSmigrantswillbeincreasedMoredetailsincludingthenewamountofmaintenancethatwillberequiredcanbefoundonourwebsitewwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules-statement-of-changes

Family members of tier 1 (general) tier 1 (entrepreneur) and tier 1 (Post Study work) migrants

46IftheTier1MigrantisoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumustshowthatyoutheTier1Migrantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdomhaveatleastpound1800tosupportyouthisis in addition to any funds the Tier 1 Migrant needs to prove they have enough money to support

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themselves47IftheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

48ForexampletheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUKfor6monthsandismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound1800fortheirspouseandafurtherpound1800foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound6300inavailablefunds(pound1800x3=pound5400+pound900)

49IfthesameTier1MigrantandtheirfamilyhadbeenpresentintheUKfortwoyearstheywouldrequireevidencethattheyheldpound2700(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)inavailablefunds

50IfyouareapplyingasthefamilymemberofaTier1(entrepreneur)migrantyoucannotusethesamefundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementthattheTier1(entrepreneur)usedtomeettheattributesrequirement(appendixAoftheImmigrationRules)

Family members of tier 1 (investor) and tier 1 (exceptional talent) migrants

51DependantsofTier1(Investors)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)donotneedtosatisfythemaintenancerequirement

Family members of tier 1 (graduate entrepreneur) migrants

52IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)isoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumusthavepound1200tosupportyourself

53IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

54Thisrequirementcanbemetbyeitherhavingsavingsofpound1200orpound600wheretheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormorewhichmusthavebeenheldforatleasta90consecutivedayperiodpriortothedateofapplicationorprovidinganendorsementletterfromUKTradeandInvestment(UKTI)confirmingthatithasawardedfundingthatisatleastsufficienttocovertherequiredmaintenancefundsforthemainapplicantyouandanyotherpBSDependants

Family member of a tier 2 Migrant

55Youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself56Thisrequirementcanbemetby

bullhavingsavingsofpound600whichmusthavebeenheldforatleastthreemonthspriortothedateofapplication or

bulltheTier2A-ratedsponsorprovidingawrittenundertakingthatshoulditbecomenecessaryitwillmaintainandaccommodatethefamilymemberforamonthTheundertakingmaybelimitedprovidedthelimitisatleastpound600perfamilymember

57ForexampletheTier2MigrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

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58IfyouapplyatthesametimeasthemainapplicantyouareonlyrequiredtoprovideevidencethatyoumeetthemaintenancerequirementwhentheTier2MigrantisalsorequiredtomeetthemaintenancerequirementIfyouapplyseparatelyfromthemainapplicantyouwillalwaysneedtohavethenecessaryfundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementorhaveawrittenundertakingfrom an A-rated Sponsor

59ForexamplewheretheTier2MigrantissubmittinganapplicationbecausetheyarechangingemploymentwithinTier2neithertheTier2Migrantnoranyfamilymemberisrequiredtosubmitevidencethattheymeetthemaintenancerequirement

Family member of a tier 4 (general) Student

60 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentyourmaintenancerequirementswilldepend on the following circumstancesbullthe length of the course

bullwherethemainapplicantwillbestudyingintheUnitedKingdomand

bullwhetherthemainapplicantalreadyhasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUK

61 TheTier4(General)Studentwillbeeither

bullOnacoursebasedininnerLondon

bullOnacoursebasedinouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUK

62 Tomeetbasiclivingexpensesnotincludingfeesastudent

bullStudyingininnerLondonforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound1000permonth

bullStudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound800permonth

63WewillusetheaddressgivenasthemainstudysitetoassesswhetherthestudentwillstudyforthemajorityofthetimeininnerLondon(morethan50oftheirstudytime)ThefollowingLondonBoroughsaresubjecttothepound1000permonthmaintenancerequirement

bullCamden

bullCityofLondon

bullHackneyHammersmithandFulham

bullHaringey

bullIslington

bullKensingtonandChelsea

bullLambeth

bullLewisham

bullnewham

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bullSouthwark

bullTowerHamlets

bullWandsworthand

bullWestminster

AllotherLondonBoroughsandanyotherareaintheUnitedKingdomwillbesubjecttothepound800permonthrequirement

64ThestudentrsquoseducationproviderwillbeabletotellthestudentwhichLondonBoroughhesheisbasedin

65IfthestudentwillbestudyingatmorethanonesiteandonesiteisininnerLondonandonesiteisnotwewillbasethemaintenancerequirementsonwherethestudentwillspendthemajorityoftheirtimestudyingthestudentwillneedtogetthisaddressfromtheTier4sponsor

66 IfthecourseinvolvesstudythatissplitequallybetweentwoormoresitesthemainstudysitenamedbythesponsorintheConfirmationofAcceptanceforStudieswillbeusedtoassessthelevelofmaintenancerequired

67 IfwedonothavetheboroughintheaddresswewillenterthepostcodeintohttpwwwaboutmyvotecoukandifitconfirmsthattheaddressisinaLondonBoroughthatislistedabovewewillapplytheinnerLondonmaintenancerequirement

How many months money does a family member of a tier 4 (general) Student need

68 IfyouareafamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyoumustshowthatyouhaveenoughmoneytocoveryourmonthlylivingcostswhilstthestudentisstudyingintheUnitedKingdom

69 The amount of money you have to show will depend on whether the student already has anestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomWhereastudenthasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyouwillneedtoshowlessmoneyforlivingcosts

70 ATier4(General)student(includingDoctorateextensionschemepost-graduateDoctorsandSabbaticalOfficers)hasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUKiftheyhavecurrententryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4migrantasastudentorasapost-graduateDoctororDentistwhenapplyingforfurtherleaveandonthedateofapplicationthey

bullhavefinishedasinglecoursethatwasatleastsixmonthslongwithintheapplicantrsquoslastperiodof entry clearance leave to enter or leave to remain or

bullare applying for a continued study on a single course where the applicant has completed at least six months of that course

ATier4(General)studentcanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhethertheyareapplyingfrominsidetheUKorfromoverseas

71 YoucanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhetheryouareapplyingfrominsidetheUnitedKingdomorfromoverseas

72 IfthestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyoumust show that you have money for your living costs for each month of the studentrsquos course up to a maximum of 9 months

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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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38IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforlessthan12monthsyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKunlessthemainapplicant is a Government Sponsored Student

39IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyouwillnotbeallowedtoworkwhilstintheUKifthemainapplicantrsquosgrantofleaveisforacourseofstudybelowdegreelevelunlesstheTier4migrantisagovernmentsponsoredstudent

40Inordertobegrantedentryclearanceasaspousecivilpartnerunmarriedorsamesexpartneryouandthemainapplicantmustbeaged18oroveronthedateyouareduetoarriveintheUnitedKingdom

care arrangements for children

41AllarrangementsforchildrenrsquoscareandaccommodationintheUnitedKingdommustcomplywithrelevantUnitedKingdomlegislationandregulationsMoreinformationcanbefoundontheDepartmentofHealthwebsite

bullAccommodationofstudentsundereighteenbyfurthereducationcollegesnationalminimumstandards and inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4005629

bullBoarding schools national minimum standards inspection regulations wwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationspolicyAndGuidanceDH_4006331

bullResidentialspecialschoolsnationalminimumstandardsinspectionregulationswwwdhgovukenpublicationsandstatisticspublicationspublicationsLegislationDH_4006472

Doctor or Dentist in training condition

42IfyouhavebeenworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoushouldsubmitthedocumentsspecifiedinAnnexAofthisguidanceIfyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistin Trainingrsquo restriction

Maintenance RequiReMent

43pleaserefertoparagraphs319C319HandappendixeoftheImmigrationRules44OneoftherequirementsforfamilymembersofpointsBasedSystemMigrantsisthatyoumustbeabletosupportyourselffortheentiredurationofyourstayintheUKwithoutneedinghelpfrompublicfunds(forexamplebenefitsprovidedbythestate)Ifyoucannotyoucouldfacefinancialhardshipbecauseyouwillnothaveaccesstomoststatebenefits

45pleasenotethatfrom1July2014theamountofmaintenancerequiredbyfamilymembersofallpBSmigrantswillbeincreasedMoredetailsincludingthenewamountofmaintenancethatwillberequiredcanbefoundonourwebsitewwwgovukgovernmentcollectionsimmigration-rules-statement-of-changes

Family members of tier 1 (general) tier 1 (entrepreneur) and tier 1 (Post Study work) migrants

46IftheTier1MigrantisoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumustshowthatyoutheTier1Migrantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdomhaveatleastpound1800tosupportyouthisis in addition to any funds the Tier 1 Migrant needs to prove they have enough money to support

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themselves47IftheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

48ForexampletheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUKfor6monthsandismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound1800fortheirspouseandafurtherpound1800foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound6300inavailablefunds(pound1800x3=pound5400+pound900)

49IfthesameTier1MigrantandtheirfamilyhadbeenpresentintheUKfortwoyearstheywouldrequireevidencethattheyheldpound2700(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)inavailablefunds

50IfyouareapplyingasthefamilymemberofaTier1(entrepreneur)migrantyoucannotusethesamefundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementthattheTier1(entrepreneur)usedtomeettheattributesrequirement(appendixAoftheImmigrationRules)

Family members of tier 1 (investor) and tier 1 (exceptional talent) migrants

51DependantsofTier1(Investors)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)donotneedtosatisfythemaintenancerequirement

Family members of tier 1 (graduate entrepreneur) migrants

52IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)isoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumusthavepound1200tosupportyourself

53IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

54Thisrequirementcanbemetbyeitherhavingsavingsofpound1200orpound600wheretheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormorewhichmusthavebeenheldforatleasta90consecutivedayperiodpriortothedateofapplicationorprovidinganendorsementletterfromUKTradeandInvestment(UKTI)confirmingthatithasawardedfundingthatisatleastsufficienttocovertherequiredmaintenancefundsforthemainapplicantyouandanyotherpBSDependants

Family member of a tier 2 Migrant

55Youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself56Thisrequirementcanbemetby

bullhavingsavingsofpound600whichmusthavebeenheldforatleastthreemonthspriortothedateofapplication or

bulltheTier2A-ratedsponsorprovidingawrittenundertakingthatshoulditbecomenecessaryitwillmaintainandaccommodatethefamilymemberforamonthTheundertakingmaybelimitedprovidedthelimitisatleastpound600perfamilymember

57ForexampletheTier2MigrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

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58IfyouapplyatthesametimeasthemainapplicantyouareonlyrequiredtoprovideevidencethatyoumeetthemaintenancerequirementwhentheTier2MigrantisalsorequiredtomeetthemaintenancerequirementIfyouapplyseparatelyfromthemainapplicantyouwillalwaysneedtohavethenecessaryfundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementorhaveawrittenundertakingfrom an A-rated Sponsor

59ForexamplewheretheTier2MigrantissubmittinganapplicationbecausetheyarechangingemploymentwithinTier2neithertheTier2Migrantnoranyfamilymemberisrequiredtosubmitevidencethattheymeetthemaintenancerequirement

Family member of a tier 4 (general) Student

60 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentyourmaintenancerequirementswilldepend on the following circumstancesbullthe length of the course

bullwherethemainapplicantwillbestudyingintheUnitedKingdomand

bullwhetherthemainapplicantalreadyhasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUK

61 TheTier4(General)Studentwillbeeither

bullOnacoursebasedininnerLondon

bullOnacoursebasedinouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUK

62 Tomeetbasiclivingexpensesnotincludingfeesastudent

bullStudyingininnerLondonforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound1000permonth

bullStudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound800permonth

63WewillusetheaddressgivenasthemainstudysitetoassesswhetherthestudentwillstudyforthemajorityofthetimeininnerLondon(morethan50oftheirstudytime)ThefollowingLondonBoroughsaresubjecttothepound1000permonthmaintenancerequirement

bullCamden

bullCityofLondon

bullHackneyHammersmithandFulham

bullHaringey

bullIslington

bullKensingtonandChelsea

bullLambeth

bullLewisham

bullnewham

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bullSouthwark

bullTowerHamlets

bullWandsworthand

bullWestminster

AllotherLondonBoroughsandanyotherareaintheUnitedKingdomwillbesubjecttothepound800permonthrequirement

64ThestudentrsquoseducationproviderwillbeabletotellthestudentwhichLondonBoroughhesheisbasedin

65IfthestudentwillbestudyingatmorethanonesiteandonesiteisininnerLondonandonesiteisnotwewillbasethemaintenancerequirementsonwherethestudentwillspendthemajorityoftheirtimestudyingthestudentwillneedtogetthisaddressfromtheTier4sponsor

66 IfthecourseinvolvesstudythatissplitequallybetweentwoormoresitesthemainstudysitenamedbythesponsorintheConfirmationofAcceptanceforStudieswillbeusedtoassessthelevelofmaintenancerequired

67 IfwedonothavetheboroughintheaddresswewillenterthepostcodeintohttpwwwaboutmyvotecoukandifitconfirmsthattheaddressisinaLondonBoroughthatislistedabovewewillapplytheinnerLondonmaintenancerequirement

How many months money does a family member of a tier 4 (general) Student need

68 IfyouareafamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyoumustshowthatyouhaveenoughmoneytocoveryourmonthlylivingcostswhilstthestudentisstudyingintheUnitedKingdom

69 The amount of money you have to show will depend on whether the student already has anestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomWhereastudenthasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyouwillneedtoshowlessmoneyforlivingcosts

70 ATier4(General)student(includingDoctorateextensionschemepost-graduateDoctorsandSabbaticalOfficers)hasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUKiftheyhavecurrententryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4migrantasastudentorasapost-graduateDoctororDentistwhenapplyingforfurtherleaveandonthedateofapplicationthey

bullhavefinishedasinglecoursethatwasatleastsixmonthslongwithintheapplicantrsquoslastperiodof entry clearance leave to enter or leave to remain or

bullare applying for a continued study on a single course where the applicant has completed at least six months of that course

ATier4(General)studentcanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhethertheyareapplyingfrominsidetheUKorfromoverseas

71 YoucanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhetheryouareapplyingfrominsidetheUnitedKingdomorfromoverseas

72 IfthestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyoumust show that you have money for your living costs for each month of the studentrsquos course up to a maximum of 9 months

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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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themselves47IftheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

48ForexampletheTier1MigranthasbeenintheUKfor6monthsandismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound1800fortheirspouseandafurtherpound1800foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound6300inavailablefunds(pound1800x3=pound5400+pound900)

49IfthesameTier1MigrantandtheirfamilyhadbeenpresentintheUKfortwoyearstheywouldrequireevidencethattheyheldpound2700(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)inavailablefunds

50IfyouareapplyingasthefamilymemberofaTier1(entrepreneur)migrantyoucannotusethesamefundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementthattheTier1(entrepreneur)usedtomeettheattributesrequirement(appendixAoftheImmigrationRules)

Family members of tier 1 (investor) and tier 1 (exceptional talent) migrants

51DependantsofTier1(Investors)andTier1(exceptionalTalent)donotneedtosatisfythemaintenancerequirement

Family members of tier 1 (graduate entrepreneur) migrants

52IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)isoutsidetheUnitedKingdomorhasbeenpresentintheUnitedKingdomforlessthan12monthsyoumusthavepound1200tosupportyourself

53IftheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormoreyoumusthavepound600tosupportyourself

54Thisrequirementcanbemetbyeitherhavingsavingsofpound1200orpound600wheretheTier1(Graduateentrepreneur)hasbeenintheUnitedKingdomfor12monthsormorewhichmusthavebeenheldforatleasta90consecutivedayperiodpriortothedateofapplicationorprovidinganendorsementletterfromUKTradeandInvestment(UKTI)confirmingthatithasawardedfundingthatisatleastsufficienttocovertherequiredmaintenancefundsforthemainapplicantyouandanyotherpBSDependants

Family member of a tier 2 Migrant

55Youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself56Thisrequirementcanbemetby

bullhavingsavingsofpound600whichmusthavebeenheldforatleastthreemonthspriortothedateofapplication or

bulltheTier2A-ratedsponsorprovidingawrittenundertakingthatshoulditbecomenecessaryitwillmaintainandaccommodatethefamilymemberforamonthTheundertakingmaybelimitedprovidedthelimitisatleastpound600perfamilymember

57ForexampletheTier2MigrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

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58IfyouapplyatthesametimeasthemainapplicantyouareonlyrequiredtoprovideevidencethatyoumeetthemaintenancerequirementwhentheTier2MigrantisalsorequiredtomeetthemaintenancerequirementIfyouapplyseparatelyfromthemainapplicantyouwillalwaysneedtohavethenecessaryfundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementorhaveawrittenundertakingfrom an A-rated Sponsor

59ForexamplewheretheTier2MigrantissubmittinganapplicationbecausetheyarechangingemploymentwithinTier2neithertheTier2Migrantnoranyfamilymemberisrequiredtosubmitevidencethattheymeetthemaintenancerequirement

Family member of a tier 4 (general) Student

60 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentyourmaintenancerequirementswilldepend on the following circumstancesbullthe length of the course

bullwherethemainapplicantwillbestudyingintheUnitedKingdomand

bullwhetherthemainapplicantalreadyhasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUK

61 TheTier4(General)Studentwillbeeither

bullOnacoursebasedininnerLondon

bullOnacoursebasedinouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUK

62 Tomeetbasiclivingexpensesnotincludingfeesastudent

bullStudyingininnerLondonforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound1000permonth

bullStudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound800permonth

63WewillusetheaddressgivenasthemainstudysitetoassesswhetherthestudentwillstudyforthemajorityofthetimeininnerLondon(morethan50oftheirstudytime)ThefollowingLondonBoroughsaresubjecttothepound1000permonthmaintenancerequirement

bullCamden

bullCityofLondon

bullHackneyHammersmithandFulham

bullHaringey

bullIslington

bullKensingtonandChelsea

bullLambeth

bullLewisham

bullnewham

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bullSouthwark

bullTowerHamlets

bullWandsworthand

bullWestminster

AllotherLondonBoroughsandanyotherareaintheUnitedKingdomwillbesubjecttothepound800permonthrequirement

64ThestudentrsquoseducationproviderwillbeabletotellthestudentwhichLondonBoroughhesheisbasedin

65IfthestudentwillbestudyingatmorethanonesiteandonesiteisininnerLondonandonesiteisnotwewillbasethemaintenancerequirementsonwherethestudentwillspendthemajorityoftheirtimestudyingthestudentwillneedtogetthisaddressfromtheTier4sponsor

66 IfthecourseinvolvesstudythatissplitequallybetweentwoormoresitesthemainstudysitenamedbythesponsorintheConfirmationofAcceptanceforStudieswillbeusedtoassessthelevelofmaintenancerequired

67 IfwedonothavetheboroughintheaddresswewillenterthepostcodeintohttpwwwaboutmyvotecoukandifitconfirmsthattheaddressisinaLondonBoroughthatislistedabovewewillapplytheinnerLondonmaintenancerequirement

How many months money does a family member of a tier 4 (general) Student need

68 IfyouareafamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyoumustshowthatyouhaveenoughmoneytocoveryourmonthlylivingcostswhilstthestudentisstudyingintheUnitedKingdom

69 The amount of money you have to show will depend on whether the student already has anestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomWhereastudenthasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyouwillneedtoshowlessmoneyforlivingcosts

70 ATier4(General)student(includingDoctorateextensionschemepost-graduateDoctorsandSabbaticalOfficers)hasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUKiftheyhavecurrententryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4migrantasastudentorasapost-graduateDoctororDentistwhenapplyingforfurtherleaveandonthedateofapplicationthey

bullhavefinishedasinglecoursethatwasatleastsixmonthslongwithintheapplicantrsquoslastperiodof entry clearance leave to enter or leave to remain or

bullare applying for a continued study on a single course where the applicant has completed at least six months of that course

ATier4(General)studentcanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhethertheyareapplyingfrominsidetheUKorfromoverseas

71 YoucanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhetheryouareapplyingfrominsidetheUnitedKingdomorfromoverseas

72 IfthestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyoumust show that you have money for your living costs for each month of the studentrsquos course up to a maximum of 9 months

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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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58IfyouapplyatthesametimeasthemainapplicantyouareonlyrequiredtoprovideevidencethatyoumeetthemaintenancerequirementwhentheTier2MigrantisalsorequiredtomeetthemaintenancerequirementIfyouapplyseparatelyfromthemainapplicantyouwillalwaysneedtohavethenecessaryfundstomeetthemaintenancerequirementorhaveawrittenundertakingfrom an A-rated Sponsor

59ForexamplewheretheTier2MigrantissubmittinganapplicationbecausetheyarechangingemploymentwithinTier2neithertheTier2Migrantnoranyfamilymemberisrequiredtosubmitevidencethattheymeetthemaintenancerequirement

Family member of a tier 4 (general) Student

60 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)Studentyourmaintenancerequirementswilldepend on the following circumstancesbullthe length of the course

bullwherethemainapplicantwillbestudyingintheUnitedKingdomand

bullwhetherthemainapplicantalreadyhasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUK

61 TheTier4(General)Studentwillbeeither

bullOnacoursebasedininnerLondon

bullOnacoursebasedinouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUK

62 Tomeetbasiclivingexpensesnotincludingfeesastudent

bullStudyingininnerLondonforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound1000permonth

bullStudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomforthemajorityofhisherstudymusthavepound800permonth

63WewillusetheaddressgivenasthemainstudysitetoassesswhetherthestudentwillstudyforthemajorityofthetimeininnerLondon(morethan50oftheirstudytime)ThefollowingLondonBoroughsaresubjecttothepound1000permonthmaintenancerequirement

bullCamden

bullCityofLondon

bullHackneyHammersmithandFulham

bullHaringey

bullIslington

bullKensingtonandChelsea

bullLambeth

bullLewisham

bullnewham

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bullSouthwark

bullTowerHamlets

bullWandsworthand

bullWestminster

AllotherLondonBoroughsandanyotherareaintheUnitedKingdomwillbesubjecttothepound800permonthrequirement

64ThestudentrsquoseducationproviderwillbeabletotellthestudentwhichLondonBoroughhesheisbasedin

65IfthestudentwillbestudyingatmorethanonesiteandonesiteisininnerLondonandonesiteisnotwewillbasethemaintenancerequirementsonwherethestudentwillspendthemajorityoftheirtimestudyingthestudentwillneedtogetthisaddressfromtheTier4sponsor

66 IfthecourseinvolvesstudythatissplitequallybetweentwoormoresitesthemainstudysitenamedbythesponsorintheConfirmationofAcceptanceforStudieswillbeusedtoassessthelevelofmaintenancerequired

67 IfwedonothavetheboroughintheaddresswewillenterthepostcodeintohttpwwwaboutmyvotecoukandifitconfirmsthattheaddressisinaLondonBoroughthatislistedabovewewillapplytheinnerLondonmaintenancerequirement

How many months money does a family member of a tier 4 (general) Student need

68 IfyouareafamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyoumustshowthatyouhaveenoughmoneytocoveryourmonthlylivingcostswhilstthestudentisstudyingintheUnitedKingdom

69 The amount of money you have to show will depend on whether the student already has anestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomWhereastudenthasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyouwillneedtoshowlessmoneyforlivingcosts

70 ATier4(General)student(includingDoctorateextensionschemepost-graduateDoctorsandSabbaticalOfficers)hasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUKiftheyhavecurrententryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4migrantasastudentorasapost-graduateDoctororDentistwhenapplyingforfurtherleaveandonthedateofapplicationthey

bullhavefinishedasinglecoursethatwasatleastsixmonthslongwithintheapplicantrsquoslastperiodof entry clearance leave to enter or leave to remain or

bullare applying for a continued study on a single course where the applicant has completed at least six months of that course

ATier4(General)studentcanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhethertheyareapplyingfrominsidetheUKorfromoverseas

71 YoucanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhetheryouareapplyingfrominsidetheUnitedKingdomorfromoverseas

72 IfthestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyoumust show that you have money for your living costs for each month of the studentrsquos course up to a maximum of 9 months

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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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bullSouthwark

bullTowerHamlets

bullWandsworthand

bullWestminster

AllotherLondonBoroughsandanyotherareaintheUnitedKingdomwillbesubjecttothepound800permonthrequirement

64ThestudentrsquoseducationproviderwillbeabletotellthestudentwhichLondonBoroughhesheisbasedin

65IfthestudentwillbestudyingatmorethanonesiteandonesiteisininnerLondonandonesiteisnotwewillbasethemaintenancerequirementsonwherethestudentwillspendthemajorityoftheirtimestudyingthestudentwillneedtogetthisaddressfromtheTier4sponsor

66 IfthecourseinvolvesstudythatissplitequallybetweentwoormoresitesthemainstudysitenamedbythesponsorintheConfirmationofAcceptanceforStudieswillbeusedtoassessthelevelofmaintenancerequired

67 IfwedonothavetheboroughintheaddresswewillenterthepostcodeintohttpwwwaboutmyvotecoukandifitconfirmsthattheaddressisinaLondonBoroughthatislistedabovewewillapplytheinnerLondonmaintenancerequirement

How many months money does a family member of a tier 4 (general) Student need

68 IfyouareafamilymemberofaTier4(General)studentyoumustshowthatyouhaveenoughmoneytocoveryourmonthlylivingcostswhilstthestudentisstudyingintheUnitedKingdom

69 The amount of money you have to show will depend on whether the student already has anestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomWhereastudenthasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyouwillneedtoshowlessmoneyforlivingcosts

70 ATier4(General)student(includingDoctorateextensionschemepost-graduateDoctorsandSabbaticalOfficers)hasanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUKiftheyhavecurrententryclearanceleavetoenterorleavetoremainasaTier4migrantasastudentorasapost-graduateDoctororDentistwhenapplyingforfurtherleaveandonthedateofapplicationthey

bullhavefinishedasinglecoursethatwasatleastsixmonthslongwithintheapplicantrsquoslastperiodof entry clearance leave to enter or leave to remain or

bullare applying for a continued study on a single course where the applicant has completed at least six months of that course

ATier4(General)studentcanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhethertheyareapplyingfrominsidetheUKorfromoverseas

71 YoucanqualifyforthereducedmaintenancelevelswhetheryouareapplyingfrominsidetheUnitedKingdomorfromoverseas

72 IfthestudentdoesnothaveanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdomyoumust show that you have money for your living costs for each month of the studentrsquos course up to a maximum of 9 months

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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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73AstudentwithanestablishedpresencestudyingintheUnitedKingdommustshowthattheyhave money for their living costs for each month of their course up to a maximum of 2 months

74IfthelengthofastudentrsquoscourseincludesapartofamonthwewillroundthetimeuptothenextmonthForexampleifacourseissevenmonthsandtwoweeksyoumustshowthatyouhave enough money for eight months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

75IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthavepound600permonthuptoamaximumof9monthstosupportyourself

76 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisherspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2800inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK77 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomthenyoumusthavepound450permonthuptoamaximumof9months to support yourself

78 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450fortheirspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredforhisherownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2150inavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)permonthuptoamaximumof9months

the family member of a tier 4 (general) Student where the student has an established presence in the uK if the tier 4 (general) Student is studying in inner london

79 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound600permonthtosupportyourself

80 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyingininnerLondonismakinganapplication at the same time as their spouse and two children They must show that they have pound600fortheirspouseandafurtherpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound1000requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2800permonthinavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound1000)

if the tier 4 (general) student is studying in outer london or anywhere else in the uK

81 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomyoumusthave2monthsmaintenanceofpound450permonthto support yourself

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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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82 ForexampleiftheTier4(General)StudentwhoisstudyinginouterLondonoranywhereelseintheUnitedKingdomismakinganapplicationatthesametimeastheirspouseandtwochildrenTheymustshowthattheyhavepound450forhisherspouseandafurtherpound450foreachchildinadditiontopound800requiredfortheirownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyhold2monthsmaintenanceofpound2150permonthinavailablefunds(pound450x3=pound1350+pound800)

Family member of a tier 4 (child) Student Migrant

83ThedependantrouteisnotavailableforafamilymemberofaTier4(Child)Studentmigrant

Family member of a tier 5 (temporary worker)

84IfyouarethefamilymemberoftheTier5(TemporaryWorker)youmusthavepound600tosupportyourself

85ForexampletheTier5(TemporaryWorker)Migrantismakinganapplicationatthesametimeashisspouseandtwochildrenmustshowthathehaspound600forhisspouseandpound600foreachchildinadditiontopound900requiredforhisownsupportIntotalthefamilywillrequireevidencethattheyholdpound2700inavailablefunds(pound600x3=pound1800+pound900)

86 IfyouarethefamilymemberofaTier5(TemporaryWorker)whoisextendingtheirleaveyouarerequiredtoprovideevidenceofmeetingthemaintenancerequirement

Documents we require

87 Thisevidencemustbeoriginalontheofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

88 evidencemustbeintheformofcashfundsOtheraccountsorfinancialinstrumentssuchassharesbondspensionfundsetcregardlessofnoticeperiodarenotacceptable

89 Ifyouwishtorelyonajointaccountasevidenceofavailablefundsyouthemainapplicantor(forchildren)yourotherparentwhoislegallypresentintheUnitedKingdommustbenamedontheaccountalongwithoneormoreothernamedindividual(s)

90 Allevidencemustbedatednomorethan31daysbeforetheapplicationissubmitted91 Wherethefundsareinacurrencyotherthanpoundssterlingtheamountweconsiderwillbebasedontheexchangeratefortherelevantcurrencyonthedateoftheapplicationtakenfromtheratespublishedonwwwoandacom

92 YouwillnotmeettherequirementsoftheImmigrationRulesformaintenancewhereyourabilitytomeetthemaintenancerequirementisbasedonevidenceoffundsthatareheldinafinancialinstitutionwithwhichtheUKBorderAgencyisunabletomakesatisfactoryverificationchecksAlistoffinancialinstitutionswhichdonotsatisfactorilyverifyfinancialstatementsappearsatAppendixpoftheImmigrationRulesandcanalsobefoundonourwebsiteatwwwukbahomeofficegovuksitecontentdocumentsstudyingfinancial-institutions

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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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eviDence FoR aPPlicationS MaDe aS tHe DePenDant oF a PeRSon witH leave unDeR tieR 1 2 oR 5

93ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelowi)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe90dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod)

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 90 day period

bullthattherearesufficientfundspresentintheaccount(thebalancemustnotfallbelowpound600orpound1800asaboveatanytimeduringthe90daysperiod)

iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast90daysandthebalancehasnotfallenbelowpound600orpound1800asintheexamplesaboveatanytimeduringthe90dayperiod

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe90dayperiodarenotsufficient

evidence of certifying maintenance for family members of tier 2 Migrants

94IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantthenA-ratedsponsorsareabletocertifyyourmaintenanceontheTier2MigrantrsquosCertificateofSponsorshiporbyprovidingaletterYourmaintenancecannotbecertifiedifyourmainapplicanthasindefiniteleave to remain

95IfyouaremakingyourapplicationatthesametimeastheTier2MigrantandtheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceontheCertificateofSponsorshipthenyoudonotneedtosendusanydocumentsformaintenanceWewilltakethisinformationfromtheCertificateofSponsorship

96 IftheA-ratedsponsoriscertifyingmaintenanceonaletterthentheletterwhichcanbepostedorfaxedtoyoumustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationbesignedbyaseniorofficialandmustshow

bullyour name

bullthe sponsorrsquos name and logo

bullconfirmationthatthesponsorhascertifiedthemaintenanceand

bulldetailsoflimitingtheundertakingifappropriate

evidence required for applications made as a tier 4 dependant

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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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97 IfyouqualifyforourdifferentiationarrangementsbecauseyouareconsideredtobeldquolowriskrdquoyouarenotrequiredtoincludetheevidentialdocumentsfromthissectionwithyourapplicationYoumusthoweverconfirmonyourapplicationformthatyoumeettherequirementssetoutinthissectionandthatyouholddocumentaryevidenceinthemannerrequiredWewillsometimesaskaldquolowriskrdquostudenttosendusthesedocumentsandwereservetherighttorequestanyorallthe evidential documents from this section from you

98 ThemoneyyoushowusmustbeforyouruseforlivingintheUKThefullamountofthismoney-whichshouldbeheldinthemannerspecifiedintheImmigrationRules-mustcontinuetobeavailabletoyouafteryourapplicationismadeexceptforanymoneythathasbeenpaidforliving costs

99 IfyouapplyseparatelyfromtheTier4(General)studentwewillrequireyouandanyotherfamilymemberswhoareoverseastoshowthatyouhaveheldthemoneyfor28days

100 ThedocumentsrequiredbyAppendixeoftheImmigrationRulesarespecifiedbelow

i)personalbankorbuildingsocietystatementscoveringthe28dayperiodimmediatelybeforetheapplicationThepersonalbankorbuildingsocietystatementsshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the statement

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Onlythemostrecentstatementmustbedatedwithin31daysofthedateofapplication

Adhocbankstatementsprintedonthebankrsquosletterheadareadmissibleasevidence(thisexcludesmini-statementsfromcashpoints)

IfyouwishtosubmitelectronicbankstatementsfromanonlineaccountthesemustcontainallofthedetailslistedaboveInadditionyouwillneedtoprovideasupportingletterfromyourbankoncompanyheadedpaperconfirmingtheauthenticityofthestatementsprovidedAlternativelyanelectronicbankstatementbearingtheofficialstampofthebankinquestionwillbeacceptedThisstampshouldappearoneverypageofthestatementStatementsthatsimplyshowthebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayarenotsufficient

ii)BuildingsocietypassbookThebuildingsocietypassbookshouldclearlyshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bulltransactions covering the 28 day period

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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iii)Letterfrombankconfirmingfundsandthattheyhavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysTheletterfromabankorbuildingsocietyshouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthe funds held in the account and

bullthatthefundshavebeeninthebankforatleast28daysandtheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

iv)LetterfromafinancialinstitutionregulatedbyeithertheFinancialConductAuthoritytheprudentialRegulatoryAuthorityorinthecaseofoverseasaccountsthehomeregulator(officialregulatorybodyforthecountryinwhichtheinstitutionoperatesandthefundsarelocated)forthepurposeofpersonalsavingsaccountsconfirmingfundsThislettershouldshow

bullthenameofthemainapplicantandoryournameor(forchildrenonly)thenameofyourotherparentwhoisalsolegallypresentintheUnitedKingdom

bulltheaccountnumber

bullthe date of the letter

bullthefinancialinstitutionrsquosnameandlogo

bullthe funds held in the account and

bulltheamountofmoneyavailable

Lettersthatsimplystatethebalanceintheaccountonaparticulardayoranaveragebalanceoverthe28dayperiodarenotsufficient

Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor

101 IftheTier4(General)Studenthasofficialfinancialsponsorship(ieisbeinggivenmoneytocovertheircoursefeesandlivingcosts)thissponsorshipmayalsobeintendedtocovercostsofyouandanyotherfamilymember(s)

102 WherethisisthecaseyoumustprovidealetterofconfirmationfromtheTier4(General)Studentrsquosofficialfinancialsponsor

103ThismaybeHerMajestyrsquosGovernmenttheirhomegovernmenttheBritishCounciloranyinternational organisation international company or university

104Thelettermustbeonofficialletter-headedpaperorstationeryoftheorganisationoftheofficialfinancialsponsorandhavetheofficialstampofthatorganisationonitItmustshow

bullboththeTier4(General)studentrsquosnameandyourname

bullthenameandcontactdetailsoftheofficialfinancialsponsor

bullthe date of the letter

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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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bullthe length of the sponsorship and

bullthe amount of money they are providing or a statement that they will cover the your full maintenance

105Iftheofficialfinancialsponsorshiponlycoverspartofyourlivingcostsdocumentationmustbeprovided to show the remaining maintenance as detailed earlier in this guidance

106 IfyouareapplyingatthesametimeastheTier4(General)StudentthefundsthatyouprovideevidenceofmustbeinadditiontothefundsfortheTier4(General)studentThesamemoneycannotbecountedtwiceForexampleiftheTier4(General)studentprovidesaletterconfirmingthathesheisinreceiptofofficialfinancialsponsorshipandyouprovidebankstatementstocoveryourownlivingcoststhemoneyheldinthebankaccountmustbeinadditiontothemoneythathasbeenprovidedbytheofficialfinancialsponsortocovertheTier4(General)Student

children of PBS Migrants

107 InordertoapplyforleavetoremainasthechildofapBSmigrantyoumustbeundertheageof18onthedateofapplicationIfyouareaged18oroveryoumusthaveorhavelastbeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrantorsomeoneapplyingatthesametimeforleave as a PBS migrant

108 YouwillnotbeconsideredtobeachildfamilymemberofapBSmigrantwhereitisconsideredthat you

bullare married or in a civil partnership

bullhave formed an independent family unit or

bullare living an independent life

109 Childrenaged18oroverwhohavenotpreviouslybeengrantedleaveasthefamilymemberofthepBSmigrantcannotbegrantedbeleaveasthefamilymemberofapBSmigrant

not have formed an independent family unit

110 examplesofwhenwemightconsiderthatthereisanindependentfamilyunitincludewhenyou

bullare living with your partner or

bullhave children of your own

not be living an independent life

111 examplesofwhenwemightconsideryoutobelivinganindependentlifeincludebullwhereyouarelivingawayfromthefamilyhome(exceptwhereyouareatboardingschool)

bullwhere you are in full time employment

bullwhereyouappeartobefinanciallyindependent(thatiswhereyourincomeexceedstheirexpenditure)

Documents required

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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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112 Ifyouareovertheageof16youshouldsubmitthefollowingdocumentationinsupportofyourapplicationTwoitemsfromthelistbelowconfirmingyourresidentialaddressbullbankstatementsandor

bullcreditcardbillsandor

bulldrivinglicenceandor

bullnHSRegistrationdocumentandor

bullletterfromyourcurrentschoolcollegeoruniversityconfirmingyouraddressThismustbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

113Thedocumentssubmittedshouldbefromtwoseparatesourcesanddatednomorethanamonth prior to the date of application

114Ifyoupayrentorboardtowardsyourkeepyoushouldalsoprovidedetailsofhowmuchthisamounts to each calendar month

115WhereyouareresidingseparatelyfromthoseonwhichyouareclaimingtobeafamilymemberthefollowinginformationordocumentationshouldbesubmittedbullreasonsforresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeWherethisisduetoacademicendeavoursyoushouldsubmitconfirmationfromyouruniversitycollegeconfirmingyourenrolmentandattendanceofthespecificcourseThisshouldbeonofficialheadedpaperandbearingtheofficialstampofthatorganisationItmusthavebeenissuedbyanauthorisedofficialofthatorganisation

bullyoushouldalsoincludeevidencethatyouhavebeensupportedfinanciallybyyourparentswhilstresidingawayfromthefamilyhomeThefollowingdocumentationshouldbeincludedwiththe application

bankstatementsforyoucoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationclearlyshowingthe origin of the deposits and

bankstatementsforyourparentcoveringthethreemonthspriortotheapplicationalsoshowingcorroboratingpaymentsoutoftheiraccount

PBS (Dep) Guidance (version 042014) - page 20

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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave
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annex a - aPPlicantS wHo Have Been on a nHS FounDation PRogRaMMe oR wHo Have Been woRKing aS a DoctoR oR DentiSt in tRaining DuRing tHeiR MoSt Recent PeRioD oF leave

1IfyouwerelastgrantedleavewhichwasnotsubjecttoaconditionrestrictingyouremploymentandyouhavebeenonanHSfoundationprogrammeorworkingasalsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquoduringyourmostrecentperiodofleaveyoucanapplytobeexemptedfromtheconditionprohibitingthistypeofemployment

2Inordertoqualifyforthisexemptionyoushouldprovidethefollowingevidence

a)ToprovethatyouareontheFoundationprogrammealetterfromyourpostgraduateDeanthatsatisfiestherequirementsoftheImmigrationDirectorateInstruction(IDI)onpostgraduateDoctorsandDentists(seeinparticularpage17ofthatIDI)confirming

bullThat you have a place on a Foundation Programme and

bullTheFoundationprogrammeisrecognisedbythemedicalcommunityand

bullThe place on the Foundation Programme is full time

or

b)ToprovethatyouhavebeenworkingasaDoctororDentistinTrainingyoumustprovidealetterfromthenHSTrustemployingyouconfirmingthatyouhavebeenworkinginapostprogrammethathasbeenapprovedbythepostgraduateMedicaleducationandTrainingBoardasatrainingprogrammeorpostWhereyoudonotincludealloftherequestedinformationanygrantofleavewillbesubjecttothelsquoDoctororDentistinTrainingrsquorestriction

or

c)evidenceofaprimarydegreeinmedicineordentistryfromaUKinstitutionthatisaUKrecognisedorlistedbodyorwhichholdsasponsorlicenceunderTier4ofthepointsBasedSystem

  • Introduction
    • Documents we require
    • Verification and other checks
      • Overview of the terms and conditions for applications by PBS migrants
        • Periods of grant
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 1 2 or 5 migrant in the UK
        • Applying as the Family Member of a Tier 4 (General) Migrant in the UK
        • Additional evidential requirement for dependant children of PBS migrants who are born in the UK
        • Conditions of Stay
        • Care arrangements for children
        • Doctor or Dentist in training condition
          • Maintenance Requirement
            • Family members of Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (Post Study Work) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Investor) and Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrants
            • Family members of Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) migrants
            • Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
            • Family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student
            • How many months money does a family member of a Tier 4 (general) Student need
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student does not have an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • The family member of a Tier 4 (General) Student where the student has an established presence in the UK if the Tier 4 (General) Student is studying in inner London
            • Family member of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker)
            • Documents we require
              • Evidence for applications made as the dependant of a person with leave under Tier 1 2 or 5
                • Official financial sponsorship or government sponsor
                • Children of PBS Migrants
                  • Annex A - applicants who have been on a NHS Foundation Programme or who have been working as a Doctor or Dentist in training during their most recent period of leave