This information applies to England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland

You may be able to bring your mother to the UK but, in most circumstances, there are strict conditions that you and she will have to meet. Most importantly, you must have permanent rights to live here yourself, and your mother must be financially dependant on you and have no close relatives to turn to in her home country.

UK immigration law is complex and getting it wrong has serious consequences. It is always advisable to consult a specialist adviser. To find out more, see Help with immigration problems.

Other Frequently asked questions about immigration:

• Can I marry my partner from overseas?
• Can I do a UK degree if I have a visitor's visa?
• Can my family come to the UK to escape violence?