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<p>It is the government’s intention to increase the minimum income required for British
citizens and those settled in the UK (including serving members of HM Armed Forces
who are exempt from immigration control and those applying for settlement upon discharge,
at the same as their family member) who want their family members to join them. This
reinforces that all those who want to work and live here must be able to support themselves,
are contributing to the economy, and are not burdening the state.</p><p>The fees and
policies that apply to the dependants of members of HM Armed Forces are closely aligned
with those that apply to the dependants of other British citizens and settled persons
under the standard family immigration rules, although they do recognise the unique
position of Armed Forces family members.</p><p>Until the Immigration Rules are amended
the MIR level remains the same. The Government will set out any transitional provisions
associated with the increase in the minimum income requirement in due course. Any
applications already submitted will be considered in line with the existing policy.</p>
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