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UK Overseas Domestic Worker

Live-In Staff for Diplomatic & Private Households

Work in the UK as a Domestic Worker for Your Overseas Employer

Overseas Domestic Worker Visa – Live-In Staff for Diplomatic & Private Households

Comprehensive Legal Support from London’s Leading Solicitors

The Overseas Domestic Worker Visa allows individuals employed by overseas households to enter the UK temporarily to provide personal and household services. If you are a housekeeper, nanny, chauffeur, cook, or personal carer working for a private individual abroad, this visa allows you to accompany them to the UK.

At Right Law Solicitors, we support both domestic workers and overseas employers in preparing and submitting this visa, ensuring all employment, accommodation, and welfare conditions are met. We also provide expert advice for those eligible for long-term extension and settlement rights under pre-2012 rules.

What Is the Overseas Domestic Worker Visa?

This visa allows domestic staff to accompany their overseas employer to the UK for a short stay. Key features include:

  • Valid for up to 6 months
  • Worker must be employed for at least 12 months by the same employer
  • The employer must be visiting the UK and not residing permanently
  • No access to public funds or switching routes
  • Limited to private households only

This visa does not lead to settlement, unless you fall under pre-6 April 2012 rules.

Who Is It For?

  • Housekeepers and Cleaners
  • Nannies and Childcare Workers
  • Chauffeurs and Drivers
  • Cooks
  • Carers for Elderly or Disabled Persons

Workers must be at least 19 years old and intend to work only for their overseas employer during the UK stay.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Be employed for at least 12 months by your overseas employer
  • Be accompanying them to the UK
  • Intend to leave the UK within 6 months
  • Have adequate accommodation and support from your employer
  • Not plan to take other employment or rely on public funds
  • Have a valid employment contract, written in English

Employers must also meet certain income and character criteria.

Key Stages and Timeline

  1. Eligibility Check & Document Review → 1–3 working days
  2. Visa or Extension Application Preparation → 3–5 working days
  3. Biometrics & Submission → Appointment scheduling & application filing
  4. Home Office Decision → 3 weeks (standard) | 5 working days (priority)
  5. Post-Decision Support → Extension planning or ILR application if eligible

Extension & Settlement (Pre-6 April 2012 Entrants)

Visa Extension

Extend your visa annually if you entered before 6 April 2012

ILR Eligibility

Apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years

Switch Employers

Switch within domestic work roles in private households (pre-2012 only)

Family Options

Bring dependants if still permitted under earlier immigration rules

Our Pricing

Service Fixed Fee (Excl. VAT)
Overseas Domestic Worker Visa (New 6-month Entry) £950
Extension Application (Pre-2012 Entrants) £850
ILR Application (Pre-2012) £1,200
Switching Employer (Pre-2012) £650
Dependant Advice (Pre-2012) From £350

Initial consultation: £100 (deductible if you proceed)
Home Office fees apply separately

How We Help

  • Visa Application Preparation – We handle forms, contracts, accommodation proof, and biometrics
  • Pre-2012 Extension/ILR Support – We assess eligibility for long-term residence and manage your legal pathway
  • Employer & Worker Coordination – Ensuring compliance with Home Office and employment standards
  • Switching Employers – Legal advice on options under older rules
  • Family Migration Advice – Guidance for dependants under legacy rules

Our team is ready to support you throughout the process

One of our specialist will contact you by the end of the next business day.

Please contact us:

+44 020 3372 5360

info@rightlawsolicitors.co.uk