The UK's premier business immigration route — designed for experienced founders ready to build their next venture on British soil. Settlement in as little as three years.
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. 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.
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.