Innovator Founder Visa
The Innovator Founder visa is designed to attract entrepreneurs to run innovative, viable and scalable businesses in the UK.
Based on the immigration rules and Home Office guidance, they want this business idea to be new to the market and hard to replicate. The business should have potential to grow to a larger scale nationally and/or internationally. The business plan should be supported by strong evidence with reasonable projections which aren’t overly optimistic.
These visa requirements make it harder for those looking to set-up a traditional business in the UK. Businesses with a technology element are more likely to be able to meet the requirements. It also suits ambitious entrepreneurs focused on running a scalable business which complies with the rules.
We have helped company owners obtain this visa. We check their business plan against the immigration rules and the requirements from the endorsing body. It is a time consuming process as it requires applicants to amend the business plan multiple times. In addition, the Home Office may also conduct an interview or ask for more information after the applicants obtain the endorsement letter and make their visa application. We also help clients handle further enquiries from the relevant bodies and prepare for such interviews.
We give each client tailored advice. Before submission, we evaluate each case’s merits so that clients know their application’s strengths and weaknesses.
Only a limited number of people obtain this visa each year as the criteria is only suitable for a very small number of people. Even so, it certainly is a good visa for ambitious and tech focused entrepreneurs. Furthermore, there is potential for applicants to obtain Indefinite Leave to Remain within 3 years.
Fees
Our fixed fee for an Innovator Founder visa application is £3,500.
Our fixed fee for an Innovator Founder visa extension is £1,800.
To book a no obligation 15 minute consultation to discuss how we can help you, please contact us today.
Innovator Founder client testimonials
It would never have been possible to get the Innovator Visa if we had not had Lara’s help. Mosley Yu Immigration Ltd provides the best immigration and visa advice in London, and you can fully trust Lara’s expertise, backed up by her solid legal background and extensive experience in successfully managing various visa applications. We are delighted to share our experience applying for the Innovator Visa in January 2024. As postgraduate students in the Department of Space Climate Physics at University College London (UCL), we were planning to launch a new business in London after graduated. One of the biggest challenges we faced was navigating the complex rules and regulations associated with the visa process. Since we were international students and still working on the design of the prototype, it was quite challenging for us to keep everything on track especially on those we were not familiar with. At that time, we started to search law/immigration agencies in London and compared the price with their services, trying to search out the most reliable and responsible professional who can help us solve this situation. Lara Mosley is the expert acquiring those two personal traits, and that is the reason we recommend Mosley Yu Immigration Ltd without hesitation. Lara was actively involved throughout the entire visa application process, providing us with invaluable guidance to avoid potential pitfalls. For example, when we planned to attend the London Wine Fair to showcase our product, Lara advised us to refrain from engaging in any commercial activities before receiving visa approval—a critical piece of advice that significantly consolidate the success of our visa. Having a professional with you not only saves the time/efforts you spend, but also avoids any possible mistakes you might make. Thanks to Lara, we are now running a thriving business in the UK and aiming to explore the market in different countries, including Italy, France, and the US this year. We hope our experience provides you with the confidence to choose Mosley Yu Immigration Ltd for your immigration/visa needs. Trust our insights, and you will find yourself well-rewarded when the visa you dream of becomes real.
Jesse Huang & Jonah Lee, Founder at MegaDots Ltd - Innovator Founder visa
Lara is exceptionally skilled and approachable. She has a gift for explaining complex matters clearly, always providing advice with care and precision. Her unwavering dedication to each case is truly remarkable and sets her apart. The process of applying for an Innovator visa was incredibly daunting, but Lara’s clear judgement and well-considered advice were invaluable. Her expertise and support significantly eased my anxiety and uncertainty, making the entire process far more manageable. I could not recommend her highly enough.
CFW - Innovator visa