Exceptional Processing of Skilled Worker Dependant Visa for UK-Born Child
20.06.2025
Background
The case involved a newborn child born in the United Kingdom in 2025 to immigrant parents residing in the UK under the Skilled Worker visa route. According to UK immigration rules, children born in the UK to parents without settled status are not automatically granted the right to remain indefinitely. While they may remain in the UK without immigration permission so long as they do not leave the country, any future travel abroad necessitates a valid visa to re-enter.
Challenge
As the child was only a month old at the time of the case, the parents had not yet applied for the dependant visa. With plans to travel outside the UK in the near future, securing the appropriate immigration status became a priority. The family opted for the Home Office’s Priority Service, which aims to deliver decisions within five working days.
Our Approach
The case was handled by Miss Aliya Rimshelis, who ensured the application was submitted with exceptional precision and care. Beyond merely following the Home Office checklist, Miss Rimshelis tailored the documentation to reflect the unique circumstances of the case. This included:
- Gathering complete and up-to-date documentation from both parents;
- Providing explicit written consent for the application;
- Presenting clear evidence of the child’s birth and immigration context;
- Anticipating and addressing any potential queries or concerns pre-emptively.
Outcome
Owing to the meticulous preparation and strategic submission, the application was approved within hours of the biometrics appointment—far ahead of the expected 5-day processing window. This remarkable turnaround time underscores the value of high-quality legal representation and proactive case management.
Conclusion
As a result of this successful application, the child is now fully authorised to enter and leave the United Kingdom without restriction—an essential safeguard for families who travel internationally. This case highlights the importance of prompt and thorough immigration planning, even for UK-born children, and reflects the outstanding standards upheld by Miss Rimshelis and the entire Sterling Law team.
