All though it is not necessary it is strongly advisable and advantageous to have a firm offer of employment in the UK upon submitting your visa application.

You shall apply in your country of citizenship/official residency.

Your family is allowed to apply together with you as long as you comply with the requirements.

Yes, your spouse has right to work in the UK.

Your unmarried/same sex partner can join or accompany you in the case both of you can prove you have been living together in a relationship akin to marriage which has subsisted for a minimum period of two years.

Yes, your unmarried/same sex partner will have right to work in the UK.

Yes. The British High Commission have introduced digital fingerprinting as of December 1, 2007. Once Visa First receive your completed application and payment we will submit it to the Immigration Authorities and will then provide you with full instructions on the further steps of your application, thus including details on the biometric (fingerprinting) appointment with the Consular representatives.