fOOt wrote:I am kind of lost here now. Let me see, at present you are on a Tier 2 Visa and want to extend it further under the same category. And you are asking if your dependent(s) needs to show maintenance funds when you apply, right?
My questions to you is that:
Are your dependent coming for the first time or they were already with you and were included in the application when you got your Tier 2 for the first time?
The guidance says -
Family member of a Tier 2 Migrant
54. You must have £630 to support yourself.
55. This requirement can be met by:
• having savings of £630 which must have been held for at least three months prior to the date of application; or
• the Tier 2 A-rated sponsor providing a written undertaking that, should it become necessary, it will maintain and accommodate the family member for a month. The undertaking may be limited provided the limit is at least £630 per family member.
56. For example, the Tier 2 Migrant is making an application at the same time as their spouse and two children. They must show that they have £630 for their spouse and a further £630 for each child, in addition to £945 required for their own support. In total the family will require evidence that they hold £2835 in available funds (£630 x 3 = £1890 + £945).
57. If you apply at the same time as the main applicant, you are only required to provide evidence that you meet the maintenance requirement when the Tier 2 Migrant is also required to meet the maintenance requirement. If you apply separately from the main applicant you will always need to have the necessary funds to meet the maintenance requirement or have a written undertaking from an A-rated Sponsor.
58. For example, where the Tier 2 Migrant is submitting an application because they are changing employment within Tier 2, neither the Tier 2 Migrant nor any family member is required to submit evidence that they meet the maintenance requirement.
Answer
What i understand of above is that you dont have to show any funds for yourself or your dependant.
But if you are still in dilemma, then i will recommend that just show evidence that you have the necessary amount in your account to support your dependent (considering you have the stated amount for 90 days) and send all the documents. It will be of no harm, UKVI will use the information if they need it or they will just ignore the extra paperwork, but it will give you peace of mind.
They joined me after few months but now they been here more than 2 years.. we will apply same time with in the UK
It is 100% clear, i dont need to provide bank statement for myself
My bank statement is already ready ( that is named only to me)
Maintenance cert for me & family is also avaiable
Issue is with my wife case, i am getting impression that she must have her own bank statement to show funds.
Thete is option available under maint. Section of depedant, option says: immigration status same as main apllicant , what is this for?
