Below are the different dependent visas for UK: Student dependent: Dependents are only spouse and child, this visa allows dependent to work in UK and to stay with them till the visa validity of the partner. They are funds requirements to apply for student dependent visa based on the partner University Location in UK. Tier 2 Work Dependent: Dependents are only spouse and child, this visa allows dependent to work in UK and to stay with them till the visa validity of the partner. There is English language and funds requirements to apply this visa , sponsor can be either the partner or employer of the partner.