This path is for a person who has a key role within a faith-based organisation to sponsor overseas nationals to undertake religious work within the UK for their communities and religious order. A dependent partner and children of a minister can also apply on this route.
Other part-time employment, voluntary work and study is permitted with some restrictions.
The spouse, partner or children of a T2 Minister of Religion migrant can join and remain with them in the UK as dependants. Dependants may work and study in the UK with some restrictions.
Generally, T2 Minister of Religion migrants can stay for up to six years. After five years of continuous residence in the UK, individuals in this sub-route may qualify to apply for settlement.
A 12-month exclusion period applies in most instances before applicants may reapply for leave under this route.
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