LIVE ABROAD WITH YOUR FAMILY

A Dependent Visa enables individuals, such as professionals, students, and permanent residents, to bring their families living in another country to their new country of residency for a better standard of living. BMC can assist in navigating the dependent visa process to facilitate family reunification and create a happier life overseas.

THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF DEPENDENT VISAS (TEMPORARY & PERMANENT)

The dependent certificate verifies a person's dependent status for legal and official purposes, and is provided by a government. Dependents, who rely on another person for their basic needs, can obtain this certificate and then apply for a dependent visa in the country where the main financial supporter resides. In India, proof of dependence can be established through documentation such as a birth certificate and identification, such as an Aadhar Card, passport, or driving license.

Temporary visas for work, intra-company transfer, student, and fiancé are available. Permanent visas are for spouses or minor children, known as immigration dependents. Dependents on temporary visas may have limited work rights, depending on visa validity and the country, except in the US. Permanent resident dependents have the right to live, study, and work as long as they maintain their permanent residency status.

DEPENDENT VISA DETAILS:

To bring families together, countries offer dependent visas with various benefits. The process typically focuses on the applicant's financial stability and allows them to bring their immediate family abroad. With a dependent visa, the successful applicant is allowed to:

•          Reside in the country under the sponsorship of their relative.
•          In some cases, they may also be able to work or study.
•          Travel in that country

ELIGIBILITY FOR APPLYING FOR DEPENDENT VISA:

The eligibility criteria for dependent visas vary across countries and there is no standard set of requirements. However, the following factors are typically taken into consideration:

•          Possession of a valid passport by the applicant
•          The sponsor's ability to financially support the dependents
•          Proof of the sponsor's work and income
•          Medical examination and proof of adequate insurance coverage for the dependents

•          Completed application and payment of fees.

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