Can I bring my spouse and kids as dependants on a UK Skilled Worker or Student visa?

On a Skilled Worker visa, yes — most holders can bring a partner and children, though some roles (like care workers under recent rules) are excluded. On a Student visa, the rules tightened sharply: generally only postgraduate research students (such as PhDs) and government-sponsored students can bring dependants. You must also show funds to support them. This is one of the fastest-changing areas of UK immigration, so always confirm the current position on GOV.UK.