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 (Perhe). 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).

Planning reference · Data snapshot 2026-10

Figures and requirements are indicative database snapshots, not newly verified eligibility decisions or personalised tax calculations. A residence permit does not automatically determine tax residence. Confirm conditions, deadlines and amounts in their original currency with the relevant authorities.

Tax residence in United Kingdom

Only-home test: UK home held ≥91 days (≥30 days there in tax year), no overseas home; or full-time UK work

Arriver sufficient ties: 46–90 days need 4 ties (rarely met), 91–120 need 3; FIG regime 4 yrs if non-resident 10 yrs

Residence certificate: HMRC certificate of residence once SRT met

Your previous country applies its own residence tests separately. If both countries treat you as resident, the applicable tax treaty may resolve treaty residence.

Relocation planning guides

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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.

Luokka	Perhe
Sijoitus	—
Maksut (perhe)	CHF 9'100
Tulot / v	CHF 31'000
Varat	—
Väh. oleskelu	0
PR	5
Kansalaisuus	3
Työ	yes
Kelpoisuus	partners/children of British citizens or settled persons
Verot	UK worldwide taxation; 4-yr FIG exemption possible for new residents
Tilanne	2026-10

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