UK Sole Representative Visa Extension

The Representative of an Overseas Business visa has historically served two primary purposes:

Setting up a branch or subsidiary:

This visa category permits representatives of foreign companies to enter the UK with the specific objective of founding a branch or subsidiary of their international business.

 

Before visa expires you should:

If you are already in the UK, we recommend applying at least a month before your existing leave expires to avoid any potential gaps in your leave if you later apply for settlement.

The Representative of an Overseas Business visa permits individuals to stay in the UK for an initial period of 3 years. Subsequently, it can be extended for a maximum of 2 years. Following a cumulative period of 5 years in the UK on a Representative of an Overseas Business visa, individuals become eligible to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), signifying a form of permanent settlement.