Innovator Founder Visa

If you are an entrepreneur based overseas and wish to initiate a business in the UK, you might be required to apply for the newly introduced Innovator Founder route.

In April 2023, the innovator founder visa is now available to non-UK citizens who desire to establish a business in the UK.

The Innovator Founder route enables successful applicants to come to the UK and implement their business plans. This route is designed to facilitate the practical execution of innovative business ventures by providing entrepreneurs the opportunity to bring their ideas to fruition within the UK.

The Innovator Founder visa could be perceived as combining the most appealing features of its predecessor routes, encompassing:

One notable feature of the Innovator Founder visa is the absence of a £50,000 minimum investment requirement. This distinguishes it from its predecessor routes, offering flexibility to entrepreneurs without mandating a specific initial capital investment.

The Innovator Founder visa allows for secondary employment under specific conditions.

The time spent in the UK under this route can contribute towards meeting the residence requirement for indefinite leave to remain. This pathway provides individuals the opportunity to establish a long-term settlement in the UK.