The UK Ancestry Visa is part of the UK Family Visa category. It allows Commonwealth citizens with at least one grandparent who was born in the UK to come to the United Kingdom. The visa is valid for 5 years, and whilst in the UK, you will have the freedom to live, work, and study.
After five years, holders may be eligible to apply for indefinite leave to remain (ILR), leading to potential settlement in the UK. This visa also permits family members, such as spouses and dependents, to join the primary visa holder. Applicants must demonstrate sufficient financial resources to support themselves without accessing public funds.
According to the Home Office UK ancestry visa guidance, there are no set amount of funds that an Ancestry visa applicant must hold. Rather they must be able to prove that they can maintain and accommodate themselves and any family.
With an Ancestry visa, you can also bring your eligible family members with you to the UK. The UK immigration rules define a dependant as a partner or child of the main applicant. Please note that only children below the age of 18 can apply as dependants.
You can apply for ILR after 5 years continuous residence in the UK under the Ancestry Visa. It should be noted that ILR is not automatically granted, rather you will need to submit a full ILR application. After spending at least 12 months in the UK after receiving.
