Date: 10th November 2025
Lumine Solicitors is pleased to announce a successful outcome in a recent immigration appeal concerning a child’s entry clearance application. The First-tier Tribunal has overturned the Home Office refusal, allowing the child to join their parent and siblings in the United Kingdom after a prolonged period of separation.
Background of the Case
The applicant, a minor living in Pakistan, applied to join their parent in the UK. The Entry Clearance Officer initially refused the application, disputing whether the UK-based parent exercised sole responsibility for the child’s upbringing.
Our legal team challenged the refusal, presenting evidence of:
• A court order confirming sole guardianship
• Regular financial support for the child
• Ongoing parental involvement in education, medical care and welfare decisions
• Daily communication and emotional support from the UK
• School and medical documentation confirming the parent’s role
Tribunal Findings
After reviewing the evidence, the First-tier Tribunal found that:
✅ The parent has sole responsibility for all major decisions relating to the child
✅ The refusal was incompatible with Article 8 (right to family life)
✅ Continuing separation was not in the child’s best interests
✅ The appeal was allowed, with a fee award granted
This decision now enables the child to reunite with their family in the UK, bringing long-awaited stability and relief.
Our Comment
This result demonstrates the importance of ensuring that children’s welfare and family life remain at the centre of immigration decisions. Lumine Solicitors continues to stand alongside families who face complex or unfair refusals, and we remain committed to fighting for their rights.
If you or someone you know has received a similar decision, our team can assist with advice, applications, and appeals.
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