Ancestry Visa
Can I support myself without recourse to State public funds?
Basic living expenses are as follows – these are general approximations and will vary from area to area:
- Accommodation – Room in a ‘share house’ £280 - £360 per month + bill
- 1 Bedroom flat £550 - £650 per month + bills
*Remember you will also need to provide one months rent in advance as a bond or deposit*
- Average weekly shopping for 1 person £30 - £60
- Utility bills per month – gas, electricity, council tax £60
- Travel costs per month– can vary greatly £0 - £10
- Phone £25
- Entertainment and Socialising Sky is the limit!
What Do I Do Once I Have Been Granted an Ancestry Visa?
The granting of ancestry rights to come to the UK is not sufficient to allow you to enter the British Isles. At this point you will need to seek ‘Entry Clearance’ from the British High Commission (BHC) in your country of origin. Before any candidate can enter the UK s/he must complete both parts of the process.
Firstly you will need to meet the requirements of your chosen right to work in the UK – in this case the Ancestry Visa.
Secondly you will need to contact the BHC to get this visa ratified by a caseworker. This will often involve an interview where you may be asked to produce evidence supporting your application. Your caseworker will then give you the final stamp to make your application official and allow you entry to the UK – Entry Clearance. Only at this point do you have an Ancestry Visa.
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