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If you are looking to apply for an Innovator Visa from either abroad or the UK. We can assure you that Expert Visa Consultants has the expertise that you require for a successful application. Expert Visa Consultants have 17 years of Immigration Law experience. We are highly rated and trusted with 5-star reviews and are winners of the SME’s Most Trusted Immigration Consultancy in 2021.
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You can apply for an Innovator visa if:
- you want to set up or run a business in the UK
• you’re from outside the EU
• you meet all of the criteria
• your business or business idea has been endorsed by an approved body. ( I will find the appropriate body when you tell me what business you are planning to start.)
• You must have at least £50,000 in investment funds if you want to set up a new business.
You must be able to show that your business idea is:
• a new idea – you cannot join or invest in a business that is already trading
• viable, with potential for growth
How long it takes to get a visa?
The earliest you can apply is 3 months before you travel. But due to the corona virus, you will be allowed to apply for this in the UK whilst you are here. You should get a decision on your visa within 3 weeks when you apply from outside the UK, it may take a little longer in the UK due to the current circumstances.
How long you can stay
You can stay for 3 years if you:
• come to the UK on an Innovator visa
• switch to this visa from another visa
• You may be able to apply for settlement (known as ‘indefinite leave to remain’) once you’ve been in the UK for 3 years or extend as many times as you wish.
How long it takes to get a visa?
You can:
• set up a business or several businesses
• work for your business – this includes being employed as a director, or self-employed as a member of a business partnership
• bring family members with you
You cannot:
• do any work outside your business, for example work where you’re employed by another business
• work as a doctor or dentist in training
• work as a professional sportsperson, for example a sports coach
• get public funds
Before you apply you need to have your business or business idea assessed by an approved body.
They will provide you with an endorsement letter if your business is viable.
You must also:
- meet the English language requirement
- be at least 18 years old
- be able to prove that you have enough personal savings to support yourself while you’re in the UK.
If You want to set up a new business in UK?
You must have at least £50,000 in investment funds to apply for an Innovator visa if you want to set up a new business.
Your funding can come from any source.
You do not need any investment funds if your business is already established and has been endorsed for an earlier visa.
Supporting yourself
You need to have had at least £945 in your bank account for 90 consecutive days before you apply.
You cannot use either of the following to support yourself:
- Money from your investment funds
- Money earned while working in the UK illegally
What We Can Offer You:
- A detailed assessment of your personal circumstances
- Ensure that you have the correct documentation to strengthen your case
- The completion of your application
- Submission of your application
- Regular updates of the application.
- Contact you with the confirmation of your results for your application.
Why Choose us
By choosing Expert Visa Consultants to assist you with your Business visa UK application you will receive one-to-one case management. One of our immigration Consultants will manage your application from start to finish
