Tier 1 (Innovator / Start-Up) Visa

You must be able to show that you have at least £50,000 to invest in the business.

Also, crucially, you will need to have your business idea endorsed by an ‘endorsing body’. This is a relatively new feature of the UK immigration rules, and was introduced so that endorsing bodies and business experts, rather than the Home Office assessing applicant’s business ideas. The Home Office provides a list of endorsing bodies covering various sectors and fields that are permitted to endorse a business idea for the purposes of this visa application.
You will need to evidence through a business plan and supporting documents that your business idea is viable, innovative and scalable.
If you secure endorsement, you have three months to make your visa application to the Home Office.
You must also show that you are able to financially support yourself in the UK without recourse to public funds.

To stand a better chance of success, it is important that you receive advice from an early stage.

We have extensive experience of Tier 1 visa applications. We are therefore in a good position to ensure that you avoid the common mistakes and pitfalls that lead to a refusal.

For every case, we will:

• Meet with you to discuss your business plan, potential endorsing bodies;
• Advise you of the requirements that apply to your case;
• Check all of your documents to ensure they comply with the requirements;
• Complete the online application;
• Arrange the visa appointment;
• Draft a detailed letter of representations to go with your application.

If you would like our assistance with your spouse application, get in touch today.