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The UK Innovator Founder Visa is a new immigration route launched on 13 April 2023. It is aimed at overseas candidates who wish to establish the innovative business in the UK. The visa replaces the Innovator and Start-up visas, offering several advantages over its predecessors.

Investment

Applicants must have at least £50,000 in investment fund

Processing time

The processing depends upon various factors like the request's complexity, the application's completeness, and the volume of requests being processed at a given time.

Key benefit

London: financial center Favorable tax regime Global flight connections Renowned schools/universities

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Eligibility criteria

To be eligible for a UK Innovator Founder Visa, you must meet the following criteria:

Must be 18 years or older

Have a growth plan that sets out how you will achieve your goals

Must be able to speak English at a level B1 or above

Have a business idea that is innovative, viable, and scalable.

Have at least £50,000 in investment funds

Must not be a UK national or a resident

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Application process

To apply for a UK Innovator Founder Visa, you must first find an approved endorsing body and get your business idea supported. Once your business idea has been supported, you can start the visa application process. The application process is as follows:

  1. Complete the online form and pay the application fee.

  2. Gather the required documentation.

  3. Submit your application to the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) office in your country of residence.

  4. Attend an interview at the UKVI office.

Processing time

The processing time for a UK Innovator Founder Visa application is typically three weeks. However, the processing time can be longer if there are any problems with your application.

Cost

The application fee for a UK Innovator Founder Visa is £2,448. There are also additional fees for things like biometrics and priority processing.

Benefits of a UK Innovator Founder Visa

Holders of a UK Innovator Founder Visa can:

  • Live and work in the UK (United Kingdom) for up to 3 years

  • Bring their family members to the UK

  • You can work outside your business as long as it’s ‘Skilled Work’

  • Apply permanent residence in the UK after three years if you meet criteria

If you are an overseas candidate looking to establish an innovative business in the UK, the UK Innovator Founder Visa may be a good option. To learn more about the visa, please visit the UKVI website.

Advantages of the UK Innovator Founder Visa

The UK Innovator Founder Visa offers several advantages over its predecessors, including:

  • A lower minimum investment requirement

  • No requirement to have a job offer before applying

  • Ability to take secondary employment

  • There is no-limit on the number of visas issued yearly

These advantages make the UK Innovator Founder Visa a more attractive option for entrepreneurs looking to start a business in the UK.

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To be eligible for a UK Innovator Founder Visa, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Be 18 years old or over
  • Have a business idea which is innovative, viable, and scalable
  • Have a business plan that sets out how you will achieve your goals
  • Have at least £20,000 in investment funds
  • able to speak English at a level B1 or above
  • Not be from the UK
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