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Establishing or expanding a business in the UK as a non-citizen is a challenging process, and a strong business idea alone won’t guarantee you a visa. Navigating the legal complexities while juggling the demands of running a business can be daunting.
To secure your businesses future in the UK without risking your Skilled Worker visa, you need expert guidance. Our dedicated team offers comprehensive legal support to help you launch your business in the UK or expand an existing foreign operation with confidence, eliminating legal hurdles and ensuring a smooth transition.
A dedicated and skilled Self-Sponsorship Specialist will be assigned to manage your case.
We'll streamline the process of setting up your UK business, taking care of everything from HMRC registration to securing essential documents for your Sponsor Licence, including PAYE setup, VAT registration, and employer’s liability insurance.
Additionally, we’ll guide you in selecting and appointing the Authorising Officer and Level 1 user for your Sponsor Licence application.
We will draft detailed representations explaining the necessity of a Sponsor Licence for your company and help establish a HR compliance system tailored to your application.
Our team will guide you through acquiring a Sponsor Licence for your UK business, ensuring all required documents are in order.
Additionally, we will take on the role of Level 1 representative and Level 1 user within your company’s Sponsorship Management System (SMS).
We will help you secure a Certificate of Sponsorship and handle the preparation and submission of your Skilled Worker Visa application, including up to two dependents if applicable.
Our team will offer mock interview training to prepare you for a potential Home Office interview, should it be required.
Comprehensive support throughout the visa application process ensures your application is complete and meets all necessary requirements.
You must demonstrate a genuine intent to establish or acquire a business in the UK.
Be prepared to cover start-up expenses starting from £25,000, with total estimated funding for the first year around £150,000, depending on the nature of the business and salary requirements.
You must meet the CEFR B1 English language proficiency level, which can be verified through approved methods.
You must possess transferable skills and qualifications relevant to the business.
Your spouse, partner, and children under 18 can join you, ensuring your loved ones are with you throughout your entrepreneurial journey.
The Self-Sponsorship Route allows entrepreneurs to establish or take over a business in the UK and sponsor their own visa. This route provides a pathway to permanent residency and British citizenship.
To qualify, you must demonstrate a genuine business intent, have the necessary financial resources to cover start-up and first-year costs, meet the CEFR B1 English language proficiency level, and possess relevant skills and experience related to your business.
While there is no specific minimum investment amount required, you should be prepared to cover start-up costs starting from £25,000 and an estimated total of around £150,000 for the first year, depending on the type of business and salary requirements.
Yes, your spouse, partner, and children under 18 can accompany you to the UK under this route.
No, there is no job creation requirement for the Self-Sponsorship Route, which makes it more accessible compared to other visa options.
The Self-Sponsorship Route applies to any type of business, giving you the flexibility to start or take over a business in various industries.
Processing times can vary, but typically, the licence stage takes around 2-4 weeks to be granted. After this your visa should be granted within 2-8 weeks.
The process involves preparing a detailed business plan, setting up your business in the UK, applying for a Sponsor Licence, meeting financial and English language requirements, and submitting your visa application.
As shown above, the benefits include the potential for permanent residency and British citizenship, family inclusion, business flexibility, no minimum investment requirement, access to free education and healthcare and much more.
Yes, it is possible to switch from other types of visas to the Self-Sponsorship Route, provided you meet the eligibility criteria and follow the application process for switching.
