Other relatives
Parents, grandparents and other dependent relatives of persons present and settled in the United Kingdom
UK citizens or permanent residents (mainly those with Indefinite Leave to Remain) can apply to bring relatives other than spouses, civil partners or unmarried partners, or dependent children under 18 to join them in the UK, but the rules are complex and it can be very difficult to succeed.
In addition to proving the relationship and showing that the relative can be supported without recourse to public funds, you will need to show that there are special circumstances including financial and emotional dependency upon you. In many cases it will be necessary to show that the relative is living alone outside the United Kingdom in the most exceptional compassionate circumstances.
Special provision is made for parents and grandparents over 65: while it is still not simple to bring them to the UK it is less difficult than for other, or younger, relatives.
EEA nationals benefit from special provisions.
