Tier 1 Visa - Entrepreneur Visa
Would you like to set up a business in the UK?
If you would like to set up a business in the UK you will need to apply for a Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa.
With a Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa you may start your own business, join an existing business or take over an established UK enterprise.
Here at UK Visa & Immigration we're experts in getting you a Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa. We will manage your application from start to finish, ensuring that it's done right the first time, avoiding costs in re-applying!
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To apply for a Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa you will not need to have a sponsor. It is solely based on successfully achieving points.
You will need to prove you have sufficient English language skills in one of the following ways:
- You are from a country where English is the main language
- You have successfully completed a Master's degree course which was taught in English
- Or you have passed an English language test that is equal to level C1 of the council of Europe's Common European Framework for Language learning
The key requirement for the Tier 1 Entrepreneur visa is the amount of money you will be investing in the UK and the guarantee that you will be taking control of a business.
You will need to gain 75 points to pass the criteria for a Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa.
The following points rewarded for a Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa are as follow:
- Access to £200,000 = 25 points
- The sum is held in a regulated bank account = 25 points
- The funds are disposable in the UK = 25 points
Under the Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa category you will not be able to undertake any form of employment within the UK.
It is an essential requirement of the Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa that the applicant employs a minimum of two people either part-time or full-time with settled status in the UK.
What we can do for you:
In order to complete your Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa application we'll take care of it in 5 stages:
- A detailed assessment of your circumstances
- Pre-application, where we will ensure that we receive the correct documents to completely strengthen your case
- The completion of your Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa application
- Submission of your Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa application
- Contact you with the confirmation of your Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa
Once in the UK:
- A Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa is initially granted for two years. During this period you should make the full investment and create at least two jobs for EEA (European Economic Area) nationals
- After the initial two year period, depending on the performance of your business, you may extend your leave to remain in the UK by a further three years, requiring you meet the Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa extension requirements
- After this time you may apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) for more permanent residency in the UK
Speak to our specialist immigration advisors at UK Visa and Immigration for help, advice and action; our five stage process will enable you to avoid unnecessary expenses and ensure your Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa has the best possible chance of success!
UK Visa & Immigration are OISC accredited to the highest level and can help you get a Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa for the UK.
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