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Turn your visionary business idea into reality in the United Kingdom. Our expert immigration team combines legal precision with commercial acumen to guide entrepreneurs through the endorsement process and visa application, ensuring a successful launch for your UK Innovator Founder Visa.
The UK Innovator Founder Visa replaced the former Innovator and Start-up visa categories, streamlining the process for international founders. The core requirement is that your business idea must be endorsed by an approved body.
Unlike previous investment-heavy routes, there is no specific minimum investment fund requirement (such as the old £50,000 rule), provided your business plan demonstrates sufficient funding to remain fully viable.
Crucially, this is an accelerated route to settlement: applicants may become eligible to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after just 3 years.
Achieving permanent residency via this fast-track path remains subject to meeting strict operational settlement criteria and securing a final confirming endorsement.
Because success depends heavily on securing an endorsement from a Home Office-approved body, crafting a flawless, legally sound business plan is essential. Professional guidance ensures your strategy satisfies every strict immigration metric perfectly.
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It is a visa for entrepreneurs who want to set up and run an innovative business in the UK. It requires an endorsement from an approved body confirming the business is innovative, viable, and scalable.
No. The previous requirement to have £50,000 in investment funds has been removed. However, you must still demonstrate that your funding is credible, evidenced, and sufficient to establish and deliver the business plan.
Endorsements are issued by organizations authorized by the UK Home Office, known as Endorsing Bodies. These are typically business accelerators, incubators, or hubs with expertise in supporting UK entrepreneurs.
Yes, unlike the old Innovator route, Innovator Founders are permitted to take on secondary employment, provided the role is skilled (at least RQF Level 3).
The visa is valid for 3 years. You may apply to extend for a further 3 years, subject to obtaining a new endorsement confirming continued progress of the business. Alternatively, you may apply for settlement if you meet the relevant requirements.
UK Innovator Founder Visa Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Innovator Founder Visa, you must satisfy stringent criteria regarding your business concept and personal circumstances. The key requirements include:
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