The UK Adult Dependent Relative Visa allows individuals to join their close family members who are settled in the UK or are British citizens as an adult dependent relative. This visa category is for elderly parents, grandparents, siblings, or children over the age of 18 who require long-term care due to illness, disability, or age-related issues and cannot obtain the required care in their home country. 

Here's a detailed overview of the requirements for obtaining a UK Adult Dependent Relative Visa: 

Eligibility Criteria  

1. Dependency Requirement: The applicant must be the parent, grandparent, sibling, or child over the age of 18 of a person who is settled in the UK or a British citizen. They must be dependent on the settled person or British citizen due to age, illness, or disability and require long-term personal care that can only be provided by the family member in the UK.  
2. Dependency on Care: The applicant must be unable to perform everyday tasks such as bathing, dressing, or cooking independently due to age, illness, or disability. They must require continuous care and assistance with their daily activities.  
3. Unavailability of Care in Home Country: The applicant must demonstrate that the required care and support are not available or accessible in their home country, either due to lack of adequate healthcare facilities, financial constraints, or other reasons.  
4. Financial Requirement: The sponsor (settled person or British citizen) must be able to financially support the adult dependent relative without relying on public funds. They must demonstrate that they can provide accommodation, living expenses, and access to healthcare for their relative in the UK.  
5. Accommodation Requirement: The sponsor must provide adequate accommodation for the adult dependent relative without relying on public funds. The accommodation must meet the UK's housing standards and be suitable for the needs of the dependent relative.  
6. Intentions to Live Together: The sponsor and the adult dependent relative must intend to live together in the UK. They need to provide evidence of their relationship and intentions to live together, such as joint financial commitments, correspondence, and photos together.  
7. Immigration History: The adult dependent relative must have a clean immigration history, meaning they have not breached any UK immigration laws or been refused entry to the UK.  
8. Health Requirement: The adult dependent relative may need to undergo a medical examination to assess their health condition and the level of care required. They must also disclose any serious health conditions that could require costly medical treatment in the UK.  

Application Process  

1. Prepare Documentation: Gather all necessary documents to support the application, including evidence of the relationship with the sponsor, dependency on care, unavailability of care in the home country, financial support from the sponsor, accommodation details, and proof of intentions to live together.  
2. Complete Online Application: Apply online through the UK government's visa application website. Fill out the application form accurately, providing all required information.  
3. Biometric Appointment: Schedule and attend a biometric appointment at a designated visa application centre to have fingerprints and a photograph taken.  
4. Submit Supporting Documents: Upload scanned copies of supporting documents online or submit them at the visa application centre.  
5. Pay Fees: Pay the visa application fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) if applicable.  
6. Attend Interview (if required):  In some cases, adult dependent relatives may be required to attend an interview as part of the application process.  
7. Wait for Decision: Once the application and supporting documents are submitted, wait for a decision on the visa application. Processing times can vary depending on the location and individual circumstances.  
8. Receive Decision: If approved, the adult dependent relative will receive a visa vignette in their passport, allowing them to travel to the UK.  
9. Enter the UK: Once the visa is issued, the adult dependent relative can travel to the UK within the validity period of the visa.  

Conclusion  

Obtaining a UK Adult Dependent Relative Visa involves meeting various eligibility criteria, providing supporting documentation, and following the application process outlined by the UK government. By understanding and fulfilling the requirements, adult dependent relatives can increase their chances of a successful visa application and join their family members in the United Kingdom.