Home Office Evidence Requirements 2026

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Valid International Passport

Must have at least 1 blank page and be valid for intended stay duration.

Tuberculosis (TB) Test Certificate

Mandatory TB test from Home Office approved clinic.

Financial Proof (28-Day Bank Statement)

Bank statement proving maintenance funds held continuously for at least 28 days.

Certificate of Sponsorship (COS) Reference

21-digit COS number provided by your UK A-Rated sponsor employer.

English Language Proficiency (B1/B2 SELT)

IELTS UKVI, PTE Academic UKVI, or ECCTIS certified degree.

Eligible Occupation SOC Code Verification

Proof salary meets 2026 threshold (£38,700 standard or £29,000 health care).

Dependant Passports & Birth Certificates

Original birth certificates showing parental names for children.

Additional Maintenance Funds Proof

Proof of additional bank funds held for 28 days per dependant.

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Translation Guidelines

Any document not in English or Welsh must be accompanied by a full certified translation. The translation must include confirmation that it is an accurate translation of the original document, the date, and the translator's credentials/contact details.