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UK Innovator Founder Visa

The UK Innovator Founder Visa is made for people who wish to start and manage their own innovative business in the United Kingdom. It offers a direct route to long-term residence for founders who can prove their idea is new, practical and scalable. This visa is ideal for people ready to move to the UK and turn their business dream into reality. 

UK Innovator Founder Visa

Main Benefits for Applicants 

​Advantages of the Visa, living benefits and services you get in the country of your residence

Right for long stay in the UK

​Permission to live in the UK for three years, with a direct route to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after this period, if your business shows expected results. 

Right for work for your company in the UK

You have a right to work for your own company. Also you can take a second highly skilled job if needed, keeping develop your  own business. 

Get UK Innovator Founder Visa and bring your family to live with you

Family members can apply together with the main applicant and enjoy the Britain quality of life and access to local education and healthcare.

Open traveling in the UK and easy access to the EU and other countries

You get a freedom to travel across the UK as well as very easy access to the Schengen Area and a wide range of European business links. 

Who Can Apply 

The UK Innovator Founder Visa is designed for:

  • Entrepreneurs and startup owners who have a new or significantly improved business idea. 

  • People who can show that they will personally lead and develop this business in the UK. 

  • Applicants who are ready to relocate and spend most of their working time in the UK developing their company. 

  • Usually, candidates come from technology, services, and creative industries, but other sectors can also qualify if the project meets innovation criteria. ​​

Key Requirements 

What do you need to get  and keep the UK Innovator Founder Visa:

  • Endorsement from an authorised Endorsing Body, confirming the business idea is innovative, viable and scalable. 

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  • English knowledge at least level
    B2 (IELTS 5.5) in all parts. 

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  • Enough funds to cover living expenses in the UK. 

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  • Annual reports to the Endorsing Body to show the business is active and progressing. 

Our Services 

How we can help you obtain your UK Innovator Founder Visa

  • Consultation and check of your idea’s eligibility. 

  • Preparation of individual business plan that meets Endorsing Body standards. 

  • Communication with Endorsing Body and support during interview. 

  • Coordination with lawyers for visa filing and family applications. 

  • Post-approval support, including reporting
    and compliance. 

| Phase 1 |
Preparation and review
of a business plan:
1 - 3 months

| Phase 2 |
Endorsement procedure,  including interview:
1 - 2 months

| Phase 3 |
Visa processing:
3 - 4 weeks

In total, most applicants
complete the process
within 4–6 months

Contact us 

We’re ready to answer your questions
and provide any additional information you need to make an informed decision.

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