Use one sheet per applicant. Write the exact status wording rather than an informal label, and keep a link or private reference to the evidence.
| Item to record | Your notes / evidence | Owner and date |
|---|---|---|
| Applicant and current country of residence | ________________________________________________ | ________________ |
| Current permission and expiry date | ________________________________________________ | ________________ |
| UK sponsor’s citizenship / immigration status | ________________________________________________ | ________________ |
| Relationship category and relevant official route | ________________________________________________ | ________________ |
| Inside/outside-UK application question | ________________________________________________ | ________________ |
| Alternative route that needs checking | ________________________________________________ | ________________ |
Complete the action plan
Circle the route you have verified. Beside any unresolved status or switching issue, write the exact question and the person or official source that can answer it. Do not start the financial checklist until the route is settled.
Decision record: What is established? ____________________ What remains uncertain? ____________________ Next action and date: ____________________
Keep this completed sheet privately. It is a planning aid, not an application form or an eligibility decision. Recheck the linked official guidance before relying on a rule, fee or deadline.
Family Visa Mag · Information checked 15 October 2026 · https://familyvisamag.com/resources/family-visa-route-map-worksheet/
Planning resource, not an official application form or eligibility decision.