If the entry clearance endorsement says “to accompany” or “to join” the main migrant and the dependant is doing neither, then they may refuse entry due to a
change of circumstances or purpose. It’s probably okay if the main migrant is in the UK, but there may be risks if the main migrant is elsewhere.
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