UK Ancestry visa
UK Ancestry visa is a residence route in United Kingdom (Afstamning). 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.
| Kategori | Afstamning |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Gebyrer (familie) | CHF 17'400 |
| Indkomst / år | — |
| Formue | — |
| Min. ophold | 0 |
| PR | 5 |
| Statsborgerskab | 6 |
| Arbejde | yes |
| Berettiget | Commonwealth citizens (and BOTC/BNO, Zimbabwe) with a grandparent born in the UK/Channel Islands/IoM |
| Skat | UK worldwide taxation; 4-yr FIG exemption possible for new residents |
| Pr. | 2026-10 |
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