If you are a successful businessperson, and you have identified a business opportunity in the UK, OR you have a great business idea and want to explore your business opportunity in the UK, and Then this route could suit you.
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What is the
UK Self Sponsorship Visa?
If you wish to set up a Business in the UK or if you wish to expand your current overseas Business to the UK, you may find that the Self Sponsorship route is the ideal way to work and live in the UK. However, it is essential to note that there is no official visa called the 'Self Sponsorship Visa' but rather a route to enter the UK under the Skilled Worker Visa category.
The Self Sponsorship Visa will allow you (with the help of a UK resident Director) set up a UK Company that will then Sponsor you to come and work in the UK. Unlike the Innovator Visa, no minimum investment is required in the Business, and you can hold shares in the Business.
This Visa route is ideal for experienced businesspeople or someone who has explored the UK business space and found an opportunity to set up a new business here in the UK. You will need to obtain a Sponsor Licence, allowing the company to sponsor you.
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Who is this for?
- You want to own the UK business.
- You want to lead, manage and maintain your UK business.
- You want to live without fear of losing your UK visa (i.e., a sense of freedom).
Requirements
UK Self Sponsorship Visa Requirements
You must be able to satisfy the following requirements:
- Must be over the age of 18.
- Have a UK Company with a UK resident Director.
- The company must have a Sponsor Licence.
- Your job is listed on the eligible occupation list.
- Your UK job must pay you a minimum salary according to the Job Role.
- Have enough funds to satisfy the maintenance requirement.
- Complete an English Language Test.
- Provide a valid TB Test Certificate.
Documents
What Documents are needed for a UK Self Sponsorship Visa?
Below is the type of documents that would be needed for a UK Self Sponsorship Visa. The list is not definitive as you may need more documents depending on your job role. It would help if you, therefore, looked to provide the following:
- Passport
- Certificate of Sponsorship
- Academic Qualifications
- Bank Statements
- English Language Requirement
- TB Test
- Letter of Support from UK Company
COMPANY HAVE
The UK company should have the following:
- A functional website (if applicable).
- A company email address.
- A business plan, if the Business is in the early stages.
- An organisation chart – showing the current staff and vacancies.
- A letter confirms various details about your company such as business details, operating hours, vacancies, and the salary you will pay yourself.
POSITION
Your position in the UK company
You may be one of the majority shareholders in the UK business, and the job title may range from Managing Director, Director of Operations and any other relevant role you may take to run your Business.
Can I take on other employment in the UK?
There may be an option to take on supplementary employment in line with your job classification.
How can Simplified Immigration assist in obtaining Self Sponsorship?
We can:
- Introduce you to strategic partners to help you achieve your objective, including an accountant, a web designer, and a sales/marketing consultant.
- Company business plan preparation.
- Guidance on opening a business bank account.
- Prepare and advise on your company sponsor licence application.
- Prepare and train your Authorising Officer.
- Prepare and submit your Skilled Worker Application.
- Provide you with complete hand-holding support for your UK immigration process.
What if the Business does not perform well during the five years?
The Sponsor Licence is valid for four years. At the end of the four years, a renewal application must be made to the Home Office. You can retain the sponsor licence if you have an active/trading business. If a business stops trading, you will be required to switch your immigration category.
What if the Authorising Officer (AO) leaves the company?
The company will be required to replace the Authorising Officer (AO).
Immigration Question
Frequently Ask Question
Can I bring my partner/spouse and children?
You can bring your partner/spouse and children to the UK.
How long is the Visa valid?
It should be Between 3 years to 5 years.
Do I need to receive a salary while on a self-sponsorship?
Yes, your company will need to pay you a monthly salary in line with the correct job classification.
If I am already in the UK, can I switch to this Visa?
It will depend on what Visa you currently reside in the UK with. You cannot switch to this Visa if you are living in the UK with the following types of Visas:
- Visit Visa
- Short-term Student Visa
- Parent of a Child Visa Seasonal Worker Visa
- Domestic Worker Visa
- Discretionary type Visa
Can I apply for Settlement/Indefinite Leave to Remain with this Visa?
Yes, this route leads to Settlement in the UK and British Citizenship
What Business would qualify for Self-Sponsorship?
Any business can qualify for the self-sponsorship route
Can I be a 100% shareholder in the UK business and Director?
Yes, you can have 100% of the shares, and you could be the Director.