{"id":3152,"date":"2025-10-21T08:21:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T08:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/?p=3152"},"modified":"2025-12-14T09:01:08","modified_gmt":"2025-12-14T09:01:08","slug":"uk-dependant-visa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/","title":{"rendered":"UK Dependant Visa: Requirements, Application Process, Costs (Proven Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">According to the UK student visa new rule, international students can\u2019t bring dependants while studying in the UK. However, this rule does not apply to research students. Students with a DBA, PhD, or Masters by Research Programme can still bring dependants with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some rules on a dependant visa in the UK. We will know them elaborately in the next. Before this, we should know what a dependant visa means in the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: 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for a Dependant Visa in the UK?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#What_are_the_Requirements_for_a_UK_Dependant_Visa\" >What are the Requirements for a UK Dependant Visa?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#What_are_the_Documents_Required_for_a_UK_Dependant_Visa\" >What are the Documents Required for a UK Dependant Visa?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#Financial_Requirements_for_a_UK_Dependant_Visa\" >Financial Requirements for a UK Dependant Visa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#How_Long_Can_I_Stay_in_the_UK_with_a_Dependant_Visa\" >How Long Can I Stay in the UK with a Dependant Visa?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#When_Should_a_Dependant_Apply\" >When Should a Dependant Apply?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#How_to_Apply_for_a_Dependant_Visa\" >How to Apply for a Dependant Visa?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#Can_a_Dependant_Visa_Holder_Work_in_the_UK\" >Can a Dependant Visa Holder Work in the UK?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#Applying_Inside_of_the_UK_on_Extending_or_Switching_Visas\" >Applying Inside of the UK on Extending or Switching Visas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#Can_I_Convert_My_UK_Dependant_Visa_to_a_Work_Visa\" >Can I Convert My UK Dependant Visa to a Work Visa?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#UK_Dependant_Visa_New_Rule_for_International_Students\" >UK Dependant Visa New Rule for International Students<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#Final_Words\" >Final Words<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#Q_Is_IELTS_required_for_a_UK_dependant_visa\" >Q:\u00a0Is IELTS required for a UK dependant visa?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#Q_How_long_is_a_Dependant_visa_UK\" >Q:\u00a0How long is a Dependant visa UK?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#Q_Can_I_study_in_the_UK_with_a_dependant_visa\" >Q:\u00a0Can I study in the UK with a dependant visa?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#Q_Is_IELTS_required_for_a_family_visa_in_the_UK\" >Q:\u00a0Is IELTS required for a family visa in the UK?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-dependant-visa\/#Q_Can_I_bring_dependants_on_a_Skilled_Worker_visa_to_the_UK\" >Q:\u00a0Can I bring dependants on a Skilled Worker visa to the UK?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Dependant_Visa_in_the_UK\"><\/span><strong>What is a Dependant Visa in the UK?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A dependant visa allows a spouse, child, or other qualifying individuals to join or accompany their family member who has been granted a UK student visa or work purpose in the UK. So this visa category enables the dependants of a person who has already stayed with a valid visa in the UK. As a dependant, a person can work full-time and <a href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/study-abroad\/uk\/\"><strong>study in the UK<\/strong><\/a>. This type of visa usually applies to families and children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_Eligible_for_a_Dependant_Visa_in_the_UK\"><\/span><strong>Who is Eligible for a Dependant Visa in the UK?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As an international student, while studying abroad, you must have the following relationship for bringing dependant in the UK:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-74e2db4f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your husband, wife, or civil partner. (age 18 or over)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An unmarried partner of yours with whom you are living in a partnership similar to marriage for two years. (age 18 or over)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your child if he is under 18, including during your stay if they were born in the UK.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Requirements_for_a_UK_Dependant_Visa\"><\/span><strong>What are the Requirements for a UK Dependant Visa?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bringing dependants to the UK is a privilege for international research students. It does not make them feel lonely while<a href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/study-abroad\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"16880\"> <strong>studying abroad<\/strong><\/a>. But does it allow every PhD\/research student to bring dependants to the UK? Let\u2019s know the requirements for a UK dependant visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-74e2db4f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You should be a student with government funding and your course is longer than 6 months, or you&#8217;re studying full-time at a postgraduate level (like a master&#8217;s) for at least 9 months.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If your course at the postgraduate level starts on or after January 1, 2024, it must be either<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-74e2db4f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A PhD or another doctoral degree (Level 8)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A higher degree based on research<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This means your course should focus on advanced studies or research.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Documents_Required_for_a_UK_Dependant_Visa\"><\/span><strong>What are the Documents Required for a UK Dependant Visa?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To bring your dependants to the UK, you should provide some evidence of your relationship. Here are some required documents that you should need to provide to bring your dependants to the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-74e2db4f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a marriage or civil partnership certificate for your partner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a birth certificate for your child<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You&#8217;ll need to show that your child is both:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-74e2db4f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Not married or in a civil partnership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Living with you, unless they&#8217;re away for full-time education, like at boarding school or university<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To confirm their address, you&#8217;ll need to provide <\/strong><strong><em>two<\/em><\/strong><strong> of the following documents:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-74e2db4f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A bank statement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Credit card bills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving licence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NHS registration document<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An official letter from their university or college<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Financial_Requirements_for_a_UK_Dependant_Visa\"><\/span><strong>Financial Requirements for a UK Dependant Visa<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your partner and child must have a certain amount of money available to them, separate from the money you need to support yourself. The amount they need depends on where you will be studying. They must have either:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-74e2db4f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>\u00a3845<\/strong> a month (for up to 9 months) if your course is in London<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u00a3680<\/strong> a month (for up to 9 months) if your course is outside London<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Can_I_Stay_in_the_UK_with_a_Dependant_Visa\"><\/span><strong>How Long Can I Stay in the UK with a Dependant Visa?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dependant visas are usually given for the same length of time as the main visa holder&#8217;s visa. For example, if the main visa holder has a <strong>2-year<\/strong> visa, the dependant will also get a visa for 2 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Should_a_Dependant_Apply\"><\/span><strong>When Should a Dependant Apply?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You must prove that you have lived together as a couple for at least two years before applying. Both you and your spouse or partner must be <strong>18 years of age or older<\/strong> when you apply for the visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Apply_for_a_Dependant_Visa\"><\/span><strong>How to Apply for a Dependant Visa?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The steps to apply for a UK-dependant visa will depend on the type of visa the main visa holder has. Here\u2019s what you need to do:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-74e2db4f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fill out and submit the online application form. Ensure to include the unique reference number from the main applicant\u2019s application. Use the correct form\u2014for example, the form for PBS dependant children is different from the one for PBS-dependant partners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay the application fee and the immigration healthcare surcharge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload all the required documents to support your application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Book and attend a biometric appointment at your nearest UKVCAS or Visa Application Centre (if you&#8217;re outside the UK) to have your fingerprints scanned and a photo taken.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In most cases, you should get a decision on your UK Dependant visa within <strong>8 weeks<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Note:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/how-to-apply-for-a-dependent-visa-in-the-uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find a step-by-step guide to applying for a Dependent Visa in the UK<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_Dependant_Visa_Holder_Work_in_the_UK\"><\/span><strong>Can a Dependant Visa Holder Work in the UK?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, a dependant visa holder can work full-time in the UK. However, there may be some requirements for doing any specific work in the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Applying_Inside_of_the_UK_on_Extending_or_Switching_Visas\"><\/span><strong>Applying Inside of the UK on Extending or Switching Visas<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A dependant can apply or switch the visa category at the same time you, as a student, apply for visa switching or extension. Besides, they can apply at any time before their current visa has expired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Convert_My_UK_Dependant_Visa_to_a_Work_Visa\"><\/span><strong>Can I Convert My UK Dependant Visa to a Work Visa?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some visas on which a student cannot apply for a visa switching or extension. Such as<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-74e2db4f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a visit visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a short-term student visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a parent of a child&#8217;s student visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a seasonal worker visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a domestic worker on a private household visa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UK_Dependant_Visa_New_Rule_for_International_Students\"><\/span><strong>UK Dependant Visa New Rule for International Students<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting <strong>January 1, 2024<\/strong>, the UK government has introduced new rules for international students. If you&#8217;re coming to the UK for a master&#8217;s programme, you won&#8217;t be able to bring your family members with you unless you&#8217;re studying a research-based postgraduate course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Words\"><\/span><strong>Final Words<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, we have shared all the information about a dependant visa in the UK. Hopefully, this will help you know everything about dependant visas in the UK. To learn more, you can visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/\">AIMS Education<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-justify\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span><strong>FAQ<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-faq-block \\&quot;wp-block-rank-math-faq-block\\&quot;\"><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Is_IELTS_required_for_a_UK_dependant_visa\"><\/span><strong>Q:\u00a0Is IELTS required for a UK dependant visa?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> You don&#8217;t need to know English to get a Dependant Visa. However, if you want to apply for settlement later, you&#8217;ll need to meet the English language requirement and pass the Life Skill test in the UK.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_long_is_a_Dependant_visa_UK\"><\/span><strong>Q:\u00a0How long is a Dependant visa UK?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> If their UK dependant visa application is successful, their visa will end on the same date as yours.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Can_I_study_in_the_UK_with_a_dependant_visa\"><\/span><strong>Q:\u00a0Can I study in the UK with a dependant visa?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> According to the UK student visa new rule, international students can\u2019t bring dependants while studying in the UK. 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