How We Helped a Mother and Child Secure Their Entry Clearance
We recently had the pleasure of assisting a client who faced a challenging situation while applying for a Global Talent visa with her dependant child under 18 years old.
The client had previously secured an endorsement and made an application for a Global Talent visa and PBS dependant application for her child in May 2024. However, shortly after submitting her application, she received a request for additional documents from the Home Office, particularly concerning sole responsibility for her child.
The client’s personal circumstances were complex. She had recently separated from her partner and finalised her divorce only in March 2024. Despite including a letter of consent from the child’s father, she did not submit any documents proving sole responsibility. The Home Office requested further evidence, such as court orders, to substantiate her claim.
Upon receiving the further documents request, the client approached Sterling Law for assistance. Alexandra Mokrova, leading and managing the case, explained that a court order is not the only way to demonstrate sole responsibility. We identified several alternative documents that could be used to support her application:
- Divorce Papers: The divorce documents included a statement from the father agreeing that the child would live with the mother. This was a critical piece of evidence.
- Supplementary Documents: Alexandra guided the client to gather various forms of evidence, including:
- School records confirming the child’s enrolment under the mother’s care.
- Letters from friends attesting to the child’s living arrangements.
- Medical records and insurance documents showing the mother as the primary contact.
- A detailed statement from the mother outlining her role in the child’s life and the extent of her responsibilities.
Collecting and organising these documents within the 10-working-day deadline imposed by the Home Office was a very challenging task. However, Alexandra Mokrova managed to compile a comprehensive set of evidence.
After reviewing the submitted documents, the Home Office granted entry clearance to both the mother and her dependant child. Additionally, it is important to note that the fact that the father was already living in a different country also played a significant role in establishing the mother’s sole responsibility.
Lastly, we are delighted to share that during the second week of July, we received a selfie from the client and her child at London’s airport, marking the successful beginning of their new journey in the UK.
