UK Ancestry visa
UK Ancestry visa is a residence route in United Kingdom (النسب). Age 17+, grandparent born in UK (incl. Channel Islands, IoM, pre-1922 Ireland), able and intending to work, self-supporting. Fee ~£700 pp + IHS £1,035/adult/yr. ILR after 5 yrs (consultation proposes keeping 5).
Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 6 years.
How holders are taxed
UK worldwide taxation; 4-yr FIG exemption possible for new residents
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| الفئة | النسب |
|---|---|
| الاستثمار | — |
| الرسوم (الأسرة) | CHF 17'400 |
| الدخل / سنة | — |
| الأصول | — |
| الحد الأدنى للإقامة | 0 |
| إقامة دائمة | 5 |
| الجنسية | 6 |
| العمل | yes |
| الأهلية | Commonwealth citizens (and BOTC/BNO, Zimbabwe) with a grandparent born in the UK/Channel Islands/IoM |
| الضريبة | UK worldwide taxation; 4-yr FIG exemption possible for new residents |
| بتاريخ | 2026-10 |
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