Adult Dependant Relative Visa
Adult Dependent Relative Visa (ADR) – Reunite with Your Family in the UK
At Lexify Solicitors, we help families stay together when loved ones need long-term care. The Adult Dependent Relative visa (ADR) allows elderly or seriously ill family members to join their close relatives in the UK, when ongoing care can no longer be provided in their country of origin.
This visa is for those who rely on personal care due to age, disability, or a medical condition, and wish to live with a family member in the UK who can offer that essential support.
Who Can Apply?
To qualify for the Adult Dependent Relative visa, you must:
- Be the parent, grandparent, sibling, or adult child of someone who is:
- A British citizen
- Settled in the UK (has Indefinite Leave to Remain or EU Settled Status)
- A refugee or person with humanitarian protection
- Require long-term personal care for daily activities (such as washing, dressing, or cooking)
- Be unable to access suitable care in your home country, even with practical or financial help from your UK sponsor
Each case is assessed individually, so presenting strong medical and care-related evidence is essential.
Can This Lead to Settlement in the UK?
Yes. If granted, the Adult Dependent Relative visa provides immediate settlement (Indefinite Leave to Remain), meaning:
- You can live in the UK permanently
- You’re free to access NHS care and public support
- You won’t need to reapply for new visas or extensions
This makes ADR one of the few visa routes that can lead directly to settlement from the outset, but approval rates are low unless the application is clearly and carefully presented.
Why Are ADR Applications So Complex?
These visas are known for their strict eligibility criteria. Many applications are refused because the applicant or sponsor:
- Doesn’t provide enough medical evidence
- Can’t prove the lack of care options in the applicant’s home country
- Submits documents that don’t meet Home Office requirements
At Lexify Solicitors, we take a meticulous approach to ensure every form, statement, and supporting document strengthens your case.
How We Can Help
We will:
- Review your eligibility in detail and explain your legal options
- Coordinate with medical professionals for supporting reports
- Prepare a strong case to show the care needs and inability to obtain treatment abroad
- Liaise with the Home Office and provide ongoing support until a decision is reached
Get Specialist Help with Your ADR Visa
Bringing a dependent parent or elderly loved one to the UK isn’t easy, but with the right legal guidance, it’s possible. At Lexify Solicitors, we have a strong track record supporting families through Adult Dependent Relative visa applications with clarity, empathy, and precision.
Contact us today for a free, no-obligation assessment. Let’s help your family reunite and find peace of mind through expert UK immigration support.
Victims of Domestic Violence or Abuse
If you are in the UK as the spouse or civil partner of a British citizen or someone with ILR and your relationship has broken down due to domestic violence or abuse, you may apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain under the domestic violence rule.
•This includes both violent and non-violent abuse
•You must provide supporting evidence (police reports, medical records, letters from support services)
•Use form SET(DV) for your application
Application fee: £2,885 per person (fee waiver may apply)
Bereaved Partner Route
If your British or settled partner has passed away, you may be eligible to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain as a bereaved partner, without having to wait for your current visa to expire.
You must show that:
•You held a family visa as a partner, and
•You were living together in the UK and intended to do so permanently
This route ensures that individuals are not penalised by the tragic loss of a partner.
Application fee: £2,885
How Lexify Solicitors Can Help You
At Lexify Solicitors, our expert immigration solicitors offer clear, practical legal support for all types of UK Student Visa applications and post-graduation immigration options. Whether you’re applying for a Student Visa for the first time, switching from another visa category, or looking to remain in the UK after completing your studies, we provide strategic, end-to-end guidance tailored to your situation.
We begin by carefully assessing your eligibility and advising you on the most appropriate visa route. Our team can assist you in preparing a fully compliant application and will draft a detailed legal representation to demonstrate how you meet the requirements set by the Home Office. We also support clients wishing to switch into the Student Visa category from another UK immigration route or extend their stay through post-study options such as the Graduate Route, the Skilled Worker visa, or the Innovator Founder visa.
Our goal is to ensure that your application is strong, accurate, and professionally presented to give you the best chance of approval. From initial consultation to submission, we are here to make your immigration journey as smooth and stress-free as possible.