Family visa (partner/child of British or settled person)
Family visa (partner/child of British or settled person) is a residence route in United Kingdom (Family). Genuine relationship; combined income ≥ £29,000/yr (or £88,500 cash savings); English A1 (A2/B1 on extension); accommodation. 33-month grants ×2 → ILR at 5 yrs. Spouse of British citizen can naturalise after 3 yrs + ILR. MAC (2025) suggested lowering threshold; no change yet. Gov fees ~£8,500 (visa + IHS, partner + child).
Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 31'000. 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 3 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.
| Category | Family |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 9'100 |
| Income / yr | CHF 31'000 |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | 0 |
| PR | 5 |
| Citizenship | 3 |
| Work | yes |
| Eligible | partners/children of British citizens or settled persons |
| Tax | UK worldwide taxation; 4-yr FIG exemption possible for new residents |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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