Free visa cost for ex Gurkhas widow: सत्यता र जटिलता ॥ के साच्चैकै फ्रि हुन्छ??

Free visa cost for ex Gurkhas widow: सत्यता र जटिलता ॥ के साच्चैकै फ्रि हुन्छ??

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Yes, a fee waiver is available for an ex-Gurkha's widow if she is applying for settlement in the UK as a bereaved partner and meets the destitution criteria.
Eligibility Criteria
The fee waiver is specifically for the application for indefinite leave to remain (settlement) in the UK.
Bereaved Partners: Widows, widowers, and dependent children of former Gurkhas are among those who can apply for a fee waiver if they are facing financial hardship.
Destitution: The primary condition for the waiver is proving "destitution," which means you do not have adequate accommodation or the means to obtain it, or you have accommodation but cannot meet your other essential living needs (such as food, utility bills, and clothing). You will need to provide evidence of your financial circumstances when you apply.
Veteran's Status: The Gurkha veteran partner must have met the eligibility criteria for settlement had they not died (e.g., typically having served at least 4 years in the Brigade of Gurkhas or been discharged on medical grounds attributable to service).
How to Apply
You must apply for the fee waiver online using a specific form before submitting your main settlement application.
Do not pay the fee: You must submit the fee waiver application form but not the specified immigration application fee.
Provide evidence: You will need to provide evidence (e.g., bank statements, utility bills, accommodation costs, income details) to prove you meet the destitution criteria.
Receive a decision: If your fee waiver request is granted, you will receive a code to use when you submit your main settlement application within a set timeframe (usually 10 working days). This ensures your application is valid.