What is the Innovator Founder Visa?

The Innovator Founder Visa is an excellent pathway for entrepreneurs looking to establish and grow their business in the UK. Launched in April 2023, this visa replaces the previous Innovator Visa and Start-Up Visa routes, combining their strengths into a more streamlined process. If you are an ambitious entrepreneur with a genuine, innovative, and scalable business idea, this visa could be your gateway to establishing a successful business presence in the UK.

Who is Eligible for the Innovator Founder Visa?

To qualify for the Innovator Founder Visa, applicants must:

1. Have a Viable Business Idea: Your idea must be innovative, viable, and scalable. It should provide a unique offering that addresses a gap in the market or improves upon existing solutions.
2. Secure Endorsement: You need to be endorsed by an approved endorsing body that will evaluate your business plan. The endorsing body will assess whether your idea meets the innovation, viability, and scalability criteria.
3. Commit Full-Time: This visa requires applicants to commit fully to their business. Unlike previous routes, there is now more flexibility on the type of work you can undertake alongside running your business.
4. Meet Financial and Language Requirements: Applicants must prove they have sufficient funds to support themselves and meet English language proficiency standards.

Why Choose the Innovator Founder Visa?

• Longer Stay: The Innovator Founder Visa is valid for up to 3 years, with the possibility of settlement (Indefinite Leave to Remain) thereafter, provided your business meets specific success criteria.
• Flexibility: Unlike the old Innovator Visa, this route allows greater freedom to work outside your business, making it ideal for entrepreneurs who may need to generate income while their business grows.
• Support for Growth: Endorsing bodies provide ongoing support and guidance to help you successfully establish and scale your business.

How Can SKK Solicitors Help You?

At SKK Solicitors, we specialise in navigating the complexities of UK immigration law and have extensive experience in making successful visa applications for entrepreneurs. We understand that securing an Innovator Founder Visa can be daunting, with meticulous requirements and detailed documentation. Our expert team is here to:

• Evaluate Your Business Idea: We’ll help you refine your business plan to meet the innovation, viability, and scalability criteria required by endorsing bodies.
• Guide You Through the Endorsement Process: We have a proven track record of working closely with endorsing bodies and can assist in preparing a robust endorsement application.
• Ensure a Smooth Application: Our solicitors will handle the intricacies of your visa application, ensuring you meet all eligibility requirements and deadlines.

Our commitment is to simplify the process and maximise your chances of success so you can focus on building your business.

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If you are an entrepreneur looking to establish your business in the UK, let SKK Solicitors guide you every step of the way. Our expertise and dedication ensure that your Innovator Founder Visa application is in the best possible hands.

 

Your business dream deserves a strong foundation. Let SKK Solicitors help you build it.