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Tier 1 Investor Visa (High Net Worth Individuals)

The Tier 1 (Investor) Visa is designed for high net worth individuals who wish to make a substantial financial investment in the UK economy.

Requirements:

• Access to at least £2 million in investment funds

• Funds must be held in a regulated financial institution and freely transferable

• If the funds are in a foreign currency, the value must be converted to GBP using Oanda exchange rates at the date of application

Key Benefits:

• Initial visa granted for 3 years and 4 months

• Eligibility for visa extension or accelerated ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain) depending on investment size

• Ability to bring dependents (spouse/children under 18)

Our Services:

• Investment planning and legal consultation

• Compliance with UKVI financial documentation requirements

• ILR application support under accelerated routes

Start-Up Visa UK

The Start-Up Visa is for first-time entrepreneurs launching an innovative business in the UK. It replaces the former Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) visa.

Eligibility:

• Business idea must be innovative, viable, and scalable

• Endorsement from a Home Office-approved endorsing body is mandatory

• No initial investment requirement

Visa Highlights:

• Valid for 2 years (does not directly lead to settlement)

• Pathway to Innovator Visa, which offers ILR eligibility after 3 years

We Provide:

• Business plan review and refinement

• Endorsement body application support

• Dependent visa applications and legal appeals if refused

Global Talent Visa UK

The Global Talent Visa is designed for exceptional and emerging leaders in the fields of:

• Science & Research

• Digital Technology

• Arts, Culture & Architecture

Categories:

• “Talent” route: For established leaders in their field

• “Promise” route: For individuals with high potential

Advantages:

• No cap on the number of applicants

• No job offer requirement

• Fast-track to settlement after 3 or 5 years

We assist with:

• Endorsement from relevant bodies (Tech Nation, Arts Council, etc.)

• Comprehensive documentation preparation

• Visa applications and appeals

Sole Representative Visa (Overseas Business Representative)

Ideal for overseas companies wishing to establish a UK branch or subsidiary.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Employed outside the UK by an active, trading business

• Assigned to establish a UK commercial presence

• Must not be a majority shareholder

Visa Features:

• Initial visa granted for 3 years, extendable by 2 years

• Route to Indefinite Leave to Remain after 5 years

• Allows dependent family members to accompany the applicant

Legal Support Includes:

• Complete entry clearance application guidance

• Business documentation preparation

• Legal representation and appeal services if required

Overseas Media Representatives Visa

For journalists and long-term media correspondents assigned to the UK by an overseas news or broadcasting agency.

Requirements:

• Must be recruited and employed outside the UK

• Must intend to work full-time for the same employer

• Cannot be a majority shareholder of the company

Visa Benefits:

• Stay in the UK for up to 3 years, extendable by 2 years

• Eligible for ILR after 5 years

• Dependents can join you, subject to financial proof

Our legal team supports:

• Application review and compliance with Home Office policies

• English language and financial requirement guidance

• Appeal and reapplication assistance

Innovator Visa UK

This visa is tailored for experienced entrepreneurs ready to launch an innovative business in the UK.

Eligibility:

• A genuine, original business plan meeting market needs or providing competitive advantage

• Minimum £50,000 in investment funds

• Endorsement from a Home Office-approved endorsing body

Visa Details:

• Visa valid for 3 years, extendable for another 3

• Eligible for settled status (ILR) after 3 years based on business performance

Legal Assistance Includes:

• Business model validation and strategy development

• Endorsement body application process

• Full immigration legal support for initial visa, extension, and ILR

Why Choose International Immigration Law Firm?

• Decades of UK business immigration experience

• Proven success across all entrepreneur and investor visa categories

• End-to-end support—from visa strategy to ILR application

• Fixed-fee, transparent legal services

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