General information, not a personal recommendation
Use these guides to understand published UK immigration requirements and questions to check. Confirm the current rule on GOV.UK and obtain regulated advice for your own circumstances.
What this evidence is for
The purpose matters more than the document name
To demonstrate consent, responsibility, travel arrangements and suitable care for a child.
What the evidence may need to show
Useful features
- Written parental or legal-guardian consent
- Evidence of relationship or legal responsibility
- Travel and reception arrangements
- Accommodation and care details
Problems to notice early
Common evidence gaps
- Consent is vague or unsigned
- Only one responsible adult consents without explanation
- Care arrangements are inconsistent with school information
- Child’s details do not match the passport or CAS
01
Start with the rule
Identify the fact the route requires the applicant to prove.
02
Match the evidence
Check issuer, content, date, format and required period.
03
Check consistency
Names, addresses, dates and figures should agree across the application.
Primary source
Confirm the current evidence rule
Personal circumstances?
Verify a regulated professional →Know when a guide is no longer enough
Eligibility assessments, evidence reviews, application preparation and representation should be handled by a suitably regulated professional.