Would you like to continue living in the UK with your family? Are your children living in the UK for the majority of their lives? If yes, you can apply for the FLR FP for further leave to remain in the UK. If you don’t know the FLR FP application process, you have come to the right place. In this article, you will learn the complete guide on how to complete the FLR FP application form.
What is FLR(FP) form?
According to UK immigration, Form FLR (FP) can extend your stay based on your family or private life in certain circumstances. As such, it is mainly used for human rights-based applications. You can apply for this form if you wish to remain in the UK as a partner, parent or dependent child of a British citizen. And if you have a private life and want to stay longer in the UK, you can apply for this form. You can check if you are eligible to apply for this form:
- You are a partner of British citizens or settlers (10-year route).
- You are a parent of British citizens or settler persons (5- or 10-year route)
- You are a dependent child of a person who has or is applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK (10-year route).
- You have a private life in the UK (10-year route).
- If your FLR(FP) application is approved, you can apply for ILR to settle permanently in the UK.
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Difference between FLR (M), FLR (IR), FLR (FP)
Under the UK immigration system, FLR (FP) stands for Further Leave to Remain under the F and P categories, which are based on Family Life or Private Life. Since there are three forms, FLR(M), FLR(IR), and FLR(FP), you can check the difference below and choose the right one.
| Form Type | Purpose | Requirements |
| FLR(M) | Extension of family visa: married person or dependent child of a British citizen | You maintain married status or are in a civil partnership with your British or settled partner. You are a dependent child living with your British or settled parent. Meet the financial requirements, typically £18,600 per year plus £3,800 for one child, and £2,400 for each additional child. Meet required English standards to 8 weeks process time£1,033 application fee |
| FLR(FP | Extensions to family visas: private life or human rights when you have lived in the UK for 5 and 10 years. | You must be under 18 and have lived in the UK continuously for at least 7 years, and you want to stay in the UK. Between the ages of 18 and 24, you spend half of your life in the UK. You are over 25, and you’ve been living in the UK for 20 years. 4 to 8 weeks process time. £1,033 application fee. |
| FLR(IR) | Extension of visas: mainly non-family visas | Requirements will vary depending on the type of visa you have. FLR (IR) processing time: Not sure. FLR (IR) application fee: not sure. ( £993 for a visitor visa and £1,033 for an Ancestry visa) |
Who should use the FLR FP form?
- If you don’t know if you are good at using the FLR FP form, you can self-evaluate your situation by comparing the following criteria.
- If you are a spouse/partner, parent, and child, who are not eligible for FLR(M) but meet all of the Family Life eligibility criteria listed in the Home Office.
- If you meet all the personal suitability criteria listed in the Home Office.
- If you have exceptional circumstances and difficult consequences for you and your family members when you have a failed Leave to Remain application.
Requirements for FLR FP application
Since you are eligible to apply for FLR FP, you can prepare the necessary documents to complete the application. Here are the different requirements for a spouse or partner, parent or child.
Apply as spouse or partner
You must meet all requirements for Leave to Remain through FLR(M) and you can meet the financial requirement through reliable financial sources, such as prospective earnings and/or third-party financial support. In addition, you are eligible for exemptions for other eligibility requirements due to a child’s parental responsibilities.
If you do not meet all eligibility criteria for Leave to Remain through FLR(M), but there are unjustifiably difficult consequences for you and/or your family member(s), you may apply for FLR(FP).
Apply as a parent
If you want to be eligible for the 5 or 10-year settlement route through Further Leave to Remain as a parent, your child must be:
- Under 18 or over since you were first granted entry clearance or leave to remain as a parent
- a British citizen, resident in the United Kingdom, or who has resided continuously in the United Kingdom for more than 7 years prior to the application
- And you need to show financial support and ample evidence of your child’s ongoing relationship and caregiving responsibilities if you want to qualify for the 5-year route.
If you want to be eligible for the 10-year route, you must meet the following requirements:
You must meet all requirements for Leave to Remain and you can meet the financial requirement through reliable financial sources, such as prospective earnings and/or third-party financial support.
Apply as a child
- You want to live with your UK parents and you are under 18.
- You are financially supported without receiving public funds or benefits.
- You have good reasons to stay in the UK.
- In addition, your parent has been granted or is applying for leave to remain as a spouse/partner, a Turkish business person or through their Family Life or Private Life in the UK, or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme.
How to apply for FLR FP in the UK
After you have prepared all the necessary documents, you can follow the steps below to apply for FLR(FP) online from within the UK.
- Prepare all required documents.
- Fill out the online application form, such as your personal details, immigration status, immigration history and details of the dependants who are applying with you, and so on.
- You must pay the Immigration Health Purchase (IHS) and the application fee of £1,033 per person. You will then receive an IHS number and enter it into the online application.
- Submit the application form. And you need to check your details again before you complete the submission.
- Make an appointment and select the time slot for your collected biometric information.
- For the scheduled appointment, you must attend an appointment at a UK Visa and Citizenship Application Services (UKVCAS) service centre to have your biometrics collected, such as fingerprints, photographs and signatures. And you need to bring all the necessary documents, such as passport and appointment confirmation email to UKVCAS.
- Wait for a decision on your visa application.
How can I complete the FLR(FP) form?
You must fill out the FLR(FP) form carefully and provide all evidence of your current status in the UK. Here you must complete the FLR(FP) forms.
- Personal details
- Immigration status, which category you are applying for in the UK
- Dependants who apply with you
- Immigration history
- Accommodation and available finances
- Personal history, such as criminal convictions, civil penalties or civil judgments.
- Family life as a partner (10-year route) who has a spouse, same sex or unmarried partner.
- Family life as a parent (5- or 10-year-olds) or dependent
- Details of your children who are already in the UK
- Private life, UK settlement 10-year route
- Additional information that may support your application
- Biometric Residence Permit if your settlement status is granted
- Passport or national identity card or other travel document
- Documents to prove that you meet all UK settlement requirements
You must request verification checks and your declaration
How long does FLR FP take?
After you have submitted the application, the Home Office will consider your application based on the personal information you have provided. It usually takes between 4-8 weeks to make a decision on your application for leave to remain in the UK. If the documents are not completed, you must provide additional information to obtain a final decision.
How much is the FLR FP application fee in the UK?
When you apply for FLP(FP), you are required to pay £1,033 per person. In addition, you must pay the IHS fee of £624 per person per year for the length of the application. If you request leave to remain for 2.5 years, IHS fees will total £1,560. And if your applications are lodged in the UK, you should pay £19.20 to collect your biometrics at a UK Visa and Citizenship Application Service centre.
FAQ about FLR FP
How long is FLR fp valid for?
The leave to remain in the UK is valid for 2 years and 6 months under the 5 or 10 year private or family life route. If you are close to expiry, you can apply for a further extension of your stay in the UK.
Can a student apply for a FLR UK visa?
Yes. Students can apply for a Further Leave to Remain (FLR) visa to further study in the UK. Since you have met the requirements to obtain a FLR, such as proof of education, accommodation and clear police clearance, you can obtain your FLR visa in the UK.
Can I include children in my FLR (FP) application?
Yes. If your child is under 18, they can be included in your application. If the dependent child is over 18 years of age, they need to be granted this category when they were under 18 and they do not live independently.
Conclusion
All in all, when applying for the FLR(FP) visa, you must prepare all the necessary documents in advance. After following the above guidelines, you can easily obtain your FLR(FP) visa smoothly.
Erin Lo