Freshness tracker · GBUnited Kingdom

Student dependant eligibility narrowed

In force Visa & immigration

For courses starting from 1 January 2024, most Students can bring dependants only when government-sponsored on a course longer than six months or studying a qualifying PhD, doctorate or research-based higher degree of at least nine months. Detailed transitional and child provisions remain in Appendix Student.

Who it affects

International students and their partners or children.

Sources

Primary: GOV.UK — Immigration Rules Appendix Student ↗

Verified 2026-08-02 · methodology