2.3. The level of the financial requirement to be met in cases involving dependent children varies and is determined by the
number of children who already have leave, or are applying for leave, at the date of application.
2.4. An additional gross annual income of £3,800 is required for the first child sponsored in addition to the Partner and an
additional £2,400 for each further child. The level of the financial requirement will therefore be for example:
- Partner with no children – £18,600.
- 1 child in addition to the partner – £22,400.
- 2 children in addition to the partner – £24,800.
- 3 children in addition to the partner – £27,200.
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2.8. The financial requirement does not apply to a child who:
- Is a British citizen (including an adopted child who acquires British citizenship);
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