Eligibility Criteria for the Innovator Founder Visa

To qualify for this visa, applicants must meet the following key requirements:

• Endorsement from an Approved Body – Your business must be endorsed by a recognized UK endorsing body, confirming that it is innovative, viable, and scalable.
• A New and Original Business Idea – Your business must be a new venture, not already operating in the UK. It should introduce a unique concept or significantly improve upon existing solutions.
• Investment Requirement – You must have access to at least £50,000 in investment funds to start or grow your business.
• English Language Proficiency – You must meet the English language requirement, either by passing an approved test, holding a degree taught in English, or being a national of a majority English-speaking country.
• Sufficient Financial Resources – You must have enough personal savings to support yourself and any dependents during your stay in the UK.

Key Benefits of the Innovator Founder Visa

• Fast-Track to Permanent Residency – The Innovator Founder Visa provides a path to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in just three years, allowing you to settle permanently in the UK.
• Bring Your Family – Your spouse, partner, and children under 18 can accompany you on dependent visas.
• Run and Expand Your Business – This visa allows you to own and operate your business, hire employees, and scale your company within the UK market.

How Integrity Law Can Assist You

Applying for the Innovator Founder Visa can be complex, but our team of immigration law experts at Integrity Law is here to simplify the process.

Our Services Include:

• Endorsement Support – We help refine your business proposal to increase your chances of securing endorsement from an approved body.
• Application Preparation – Our legal team ensures that your application is comprehensive, accurate, and fully compliant with UK Home Office regulations.
• Reapplications, Appeals, and Extensions – If your application is refused or requires an extension, we provide expert guidance to help you reapply or appeal the decision.

Turn Your Business Vision into Reality

Take the next step toward launching your business in the UK. Contact Integrity Law today for expert legal advice and full support throughout your Innovator Founder Visa application.