FAMILY
Processes and/or procedures that can be done for the family in the United Kingdom, along with the benefits that are included:
- Birth registration: Birth registration for new babies is mandatory in the UK and must be done within 42 days. Once the birth is registered, a birth certificate can be requested, which may be required to apply for child benefits such as Family Allowance.
- Family Allowance: The Family Allowance is a financial benefit paid to families with children. To be eligible, you must have children under 16 (or under 20 if they are in full-time education). The amount that can be received depends on the household’s income and the number of children, among other factors.
- Child Care Assistance: If you work and have children under 16 (or under 17 if they have special needs), you may be eligible for financial assistance for child care. The amount that can be received depends on the household income and the number of children, among others.
- Work permit: If you are a citizen of a country outside the European Economic Area (EEA) and want to work in the UK, you must obtain a work permit. Spouses and civil partners of work permit holders may be eligible to work in the UK.
- Residence Permit: If you want to live in the UK for more than six months, you must apply for a residence permit. Spouses and common-law partners of residence permit holders may be eligible to apply for their own residence permit.
- Financial Assistance for Adult Care: If you have a disability or are over 65 and need help living independently, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the government. This could include help with home care costs, home adaptations, and financial assistance. Related aid: disability benefit, pension credit.
- Marriage license: If you want to get married in the UK, you must obtain a marriage license. This involves providing proof of identity and marital status, and paying a fee. Once the license is obtained, the marriage can take place at any approved venue in the UK.
- Student visa: If you want to study in the UK for more than six months, you must obtain a student visa. Spouses and common-law partners of student visa holders may be eligible to accompany the student and work in the UK.
- Family permit: This is an entry permit that allows family members of EU, EEA or Swiss citizens to join them in the UK. To be eligible, this citizen must be a resident of the United Kingdom or intend to reside there. Eligible family members include spouses, common-law partners, children under 21, dependent parents and grandparents. To apply for a Family permit, certain documents must be presented, such as passports, marriage or civil partnership certificates, and proof of financial dependency. The application can be made online.
The benefits included in these procedures and processes may vary depending on individual circumstances. It is important to verify eligibility for each of them before starting any process.
