UK visa for adult son to move to UK

Question

Can my adult South African son join me here in UK. I am naturalised British Citizen of 5 years.

Answer 1

Unlikely. Your son only qualifies for a family visa based on his relationship to you if he is under 18 or in need of long-term care. From https://www.gov.uk/join-family-in-uk/eligibility:

Joining your parents

You must be under 18 and all of the following must apply:

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Also:

Coming to be cared for - you’re an adult dependent relative

You must be dependent on a parent, grandchild, brother, sister, son or daughter who is living permanently in the UK.

You must prove that:

• you need long-term care to do everyday personal and household tasks because of illness, disability or your age

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