No Recourse to Public Funds

For many people with No Recourse to Public Funds as a condition of their visa, it can be difficult to access support. Family Fund wishes to support as many families as possible raising disabled or seriously ill children and we do not automatically disqualify those with this visa condition.

What is No Recourse to Public Funds?

No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) is a condition of many visas for overseas nationals living in the UK.

If you are unsure whether your visa has the NRPF condition, you can find out more here.

Can I apply for a Family Fund grant if I have No Recourse to Public Funds?

Family Fund will consider applications from those with No Recourse to Public Funds. However, many visas do require an income above the threshold for many of our grant programmes, so it is important to consider this when applying.

If you are unsure, you can always contact our friendly helpline on: 01904 550055

Family Fund can consider:

Applications from families who are raising a disabled or seriously ill baby, child or young person (BCYP) and are living in the UK and have been for resident for at least 6 months or 3 months if the child is less than 6 months old.

And

They have no underlying entitlement to receive public funds

And

One of the following applies to the family:

• Pre-settled or Settled status
• Refugee Visa
• Family Visa**
• Asylum Seeker
• Subject to Immigration Control
• Right of Abode
• Business Visa
• Work Permit
• Student Visa
• Graduate Visa
• Tier 2 Visa or Skilled Worker Visa
• British National (Overseas)/BNO