Apexia Services guides ambitious founders through every stage of the UK Innovator Founder Visa — from endorsement to settlement. A boutique consultancy with a 100% success rate and 80+ five-star reviews.
Apexia Services exists for one purpose — to help visionary entrepreneurs make the United Kingdom their next chapter. We specialise exclusively in the Innovator Founder Visa, and that focus is why our clients succeed.
Where larger firms juggle hundreds of visa categories, we devote ourselves to one. Every case receives senior-level attention from start to finish — from refining your business plan to securing endorsement, biometrics, and your eventual settlement.
The UK's premier business immigration route — designed for experienced founders ready to build their next venture on British soil. One of the fastest paths to settlement available today.
The £50,000 investment requirement can be entirely waived for already-trading businesses or those backed by third-party investors. Many of our clients arrive with no personal investment at all — and we'll tell you upfront whether yours qualifies.
Waiver availableApproval from a Home Office endorsing body — Envestors, UKEAS, GEP, or Innovator International.
One of the fastest UK settlement routes. Apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain after just 3 years.
Take side work up to 20 hours/week. Study any course at any level — no restrictions.
Partner and children join with full work rights from day one. No restrictions.
Initial 3-year visa, extendable for another 3. Total 6 years available.
Each step prepared and refined by senior consultants who know exactly what UKVI and endorsing bodies want to see.
We craft a comprehensive business plan demonstrating your venture is innovative, viable, and scalable. Includes 3–5 year projections, market research, and competitive analysis.
We match you with the right body — Envestors, UKEAS, GEP, or Innovator International — and prepare your submission. Endorsement fee £1,000–£1,500 + VAT. Process takes 4–8 weeks.
Upon approval, you receive an endorsement letter with reference number valid 3 months. If investment is waived (already trading or funded), this is explicitly stated.
We assemble every document — passport, English certificate, financial evidence, maintenance funds, TB certificate if applicable. Certified translations arranged.
Submit via UK government portal using your endorsement reference. Application fee £1,357 outside UK or £1,693 switching. IHS £3,105 for 3 years. Family members pay the same.
Book your biometric appointment at a visa application centre or UKVCAS centre. Provide fingerprints and photo. Submit passport and supporting documents.
Processing 3 weeks (outside UK) or 8 weeks (inside). Once approved, you receive a 3-year visa. Travel to UK, register with Companies House, open business bank account.
Our relationship doesn't end at landing. We support your milestone check-ins, advise on compliance, and prepare your ILR application after 3 years — and citizenship after 4.
Your business must be innovative, viable, and scalable — assessed by your endorsing body before your visa application even begins.
An original business plan with genuine innovation or competitive advantage. New to the UK market — even if it exists overseas. Shows a clear differentiator and solves a real problem in a new way.
You possess the necessary skills, experience and knowledge to succeed. The business has realistic market opportunities with a credible path to profitability, evidenced by detailed projections.
Potential for significant growth beyond the UK. Capable of creating jobs for settled workers. National or international expansion potential — not limited to a single location or personal services.
Demonstrate English at CEFR B2 level — equivalent to IELTS 5.5 in all four skills. A UK or US degree may exempt you from testing entirely. We confirm your exemption before you spend a penny.
£50,000 investment funds — your own, joint with a partner, third-party investment, or government grants. Waived entirely if your business is already trading or has third-party backing.
£1,270 held in your account for 28 consecutive days before applying. Additional amounts required for family. We prepare a precise funds-timeline so nothing is queried by UKVI.
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Book a complimentary, no-obligation assessment with a senior consultant. We'll review your business idea, your circumstances, and tell you honestly whether the Innovator Founder route is right for you.
Every initial consultation is free, confidential, and conducted by a senior consultant — never a junior caseworker. We respond within 24 hours, usually much sooner.