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UK Ancestry Visa

For Commonwealth citizens with a UK-born grandparent — work freely without sponsorship.

Estimated Cost

$7,536

Processing Time

~21 days

Validity

60 months

Description

The UK Ancestry visa allows Commonwealth citizens who have a grandparent born in the UK, Channel Islands, or Isle of Man to live and work in the UK. No sponsorship required, and holders can work in any job, be self-employed, or study. One of the most flexible UK work routes for eligible applicants.

Official informationLast updated: 2026-02-15

Timeline

Processing Time
21 days – 21 days

Average: 21 days

Visa Validity
5 years

Path to Residency

Path to Citizenship

~6 years

Requirements

Commonwealth or qualifying citizenship*

Grandparent born in UK, Channel Islands, or Isle of Man*

Intention to work in the UK*

Financial self-sufficiency (no public funds)*

Valid passport*

Cost Breakdown

FeeAmountType
Application fee$876One-time
Immigration Health Surcharge (5yr)$6,650One-time
Priority processing(optional)$643One-time
Estimated Total$7,536