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The Innovator visa programme is for talented entrepreneurs who want to establish a business in the UK. This must be a new business idea, and one that offers something new to the UK market. Fresh Start UK offers two options for individuals wishing to apply for their Innovator visa. Option 1: Establish your own business. The option is for experience entrepreneurs seeking to set up their own innovative business in the UK. Applicants must have their own business idea and a business plan prepared, with a minimum investment of £50,000 to invest into their business. Option 2: Collaborate with a UK resident to start a new business. This option is for ambitious businesspeople who wish to collaborate with a UK resident, to start a new business together. Applicants applying through Fresh Start UK will be required to meet all current UK Government visa requirements and are recommended to have a minimum of £200,000 to start their business.
- Innovator visas are valid for a minimum of 3 years and can directly lead to permanent residency.
- Applicants can bring their partner and children under 18 with them to the UK.
- Fresh Start UK offers an end-to-end service for your application.
- Applicants must be over 18.
- Have your business idea endorsed by an approved Endorsing Body.
- You are competent in the English language to at least CEFR Level B2 (equivalent to IELTS 5.5).
- You must show you can support yourself financially while you are in the UK.
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Start your application
1. Review of Application
2. Advice on Correct UK Programme
3. Creation of Programme Application
4. Submit Application to UK Home Office
5. Begin Move to UK, If Successful
