Innovator Visa
Start-up Visa
What is the Start-Up Visa?
This type of visa became popular after the Ankara Agreement was abolished following Brexit. It is suitable for individuals with an original business idea that has not been tried before. With this UK visa type, the applicant cannot join an existing job.
Who can apply?
To apply for this UK visa type, you need to meet the following requirements:
√ Have a letter of endorsement from a UK higher education institution or a commercial entity with a track record of supporting entrepreneurs.
√ Be over 18 years old.
√ Have a B2 level of English language proficiency.
√ Have an innovative business idea.
√ Demonstrate growth potential for your business idea.
What documents are required?
√ A valid passport
√ Proof of your English language proficiency
√ Letter of endorsement
√ Documents showing your financial capacity to support yourself.
What are the benefits?
If you are eligible for this UK visa type, you will have the right to stay in the UK for two years. However, you will not be able to extend this visa type once the two-year period expires. After the two-year period, if you meet the requirements for the Innovator Visa, you can switch to that visa type.
With this visa type, you can bring your family with you, work in another job, and travel abroad.