Dependant Visa (Tier 2)

[pshahani]

Hi

I currently hold a sponsored tier 2 visa valid until Dec 2013. My wife is currently on a PSW expiring in Feb 2013. I have a few questions on how she can become a dependant and come onto my visa. We both hold Indian passports. Many thanks in advance for your help.

1. Does she need to apply from India or can she apply from within the UK (London)?
2. What is the typical processing time?
3. What are the visa fees?
4. Is it advisable to go through a lawyer / agent to get this done? I dont mind paying the service fees if the process is greatly simplified and reduces the processing time.

Thanks

[geriatrix]

1. From outside the UK.
2.

Visa processing times

3. Visa application fees and guides and Partners and children of migrant workers and students
4. The process doesn't become easy or quick by applying through a lawyer / agent.

[pshahani]

Thanks for the response.

I have one more question - do i need to travel outside the UK too along with my wife for the application?

[geriatrix]

No.