UK Innovator Visa

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Do I Need a Visa to Enter the UK?

Whether you require a visa to visit or enter the UK depends on your individual circumstances. Many people will need to submit a visa application before travelling to the UK. Each visa category has its own set of eligibility criteria, and in some cases, applicants must have a UK-based sponsor. To strengthen your application and demonstrate that you meet the requirements for your chosen visa, it is important to include a comprehensive portfolio of supporting documents.

For more information on your options for entering the UK and guidance on submitting your visa application, contact our team of professional immigration lawyers at Salam Immigration on 0161 839 7396.

Join Your Family and Visit the UK

If you wish to live in the UK for more than six months with family members or a partner who is a British citizen or has settled status, you will need to apply for a Family or Partner Visa.

Family Visas

To join your family in the UK, you may apply for one of the following Family Visas:

Parent of a British National or Settled Person: You can apply for this visa if your child is under 18, you have an active role in their upbringing, and you are not the partner of their other parent.
Child of a British National or Settled Person:Children under 18 can be included in your application as dependants.
Adult Dependent Relative: If you require long-term personal care that cannot be provided in your home country, you may be eligible. Your designated relative must be a British citizen or have settled status in the UK.
UK Ancestry Visa: If one of your grandparents was born in the UK, you might qualify for a UK Innovator Visa.
EEA Family Permit: For those outside the European Economic Area (EEA) who wish to join their family in the UK within six months of their application date.

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Partner Visas

Partner Visas are available for individuals who are engaged to, married to, or in a civil partnership with a British citizen or someone with settled status. Depending on your circumstances and whether you include dependants in your application, additional financial and eligibility criteria may apply.

Spouse Visa: This visa allows you to join your partner in the UK for up to 30 months. You must demonstrate that your relationship is genuine and meet certain financial requirements.
Fiancé(e) Visa: Designed for those who intend to marry or enter a civil partnership in the UK within six months of arriving. If you do not meet this requirement, you will need to leave the UK at the end of your permitted stay.
Unmarried Partner Visa: For couples who have lived together in a relationship akin to marriage for at least two years but are not married.

Business Visas

The UK’s business visas cater to “high-value migrants” such as international entrepreneurs and investors who wish to invest in the UK economy or establish a business. The business visa categories include:

You will need to prove your relationship is genuine and subsisting. Send evidence in your application that:

UK Skilled Work Visas

This visa category is suitable for applicants who have been offered a skilled job in the UK (such as in IT, healthcare, or engineering) by an employer who holds a valid sponsor licence. The employer must issue a Certificate of Sponsorship to the employee. The main visa under this route is the Skilled Worker Visa, but there are several categories available.

Skilled Worker Visa: For international workers with a job offer from a UK employer with a sponsor licence. Applicants must also meet other eligibility criteria.
Senior or Specialist Worker Visa: For existing employees of multinational companies who need to be transferred to a UK branch. This includes both long-term staff and graduate trainees.
Sportsperson Visa: For elite athletes or qualified coaches whose employment will make a significant contribution to the development of their sport at the highest level in the UK and who are endorsed by their sport's governing body.
Minister of Religion Visa: For religious workers and missionaries who have been offered a role within a faith community in the UK.

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Study in the UK: Student Visas

Student visas enable international students to study at schools, colleges, and universities in the UK. To be eligible, applicants must have an unconditional offer and a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from a licenced student sponsor.

Temporary Worker Visas

Temporary Work Visas are intended for individuals who wish to come to the UK for a limited period and do not intend to settle permanently.

Charity Worker Visa: For those undertaking unpaid voluntary work for a charity.
Creative Worker Visa: For creative professionals, such as actors, dancers, or musicians, who have a job offer in the UK.
International Agreement Visa: For workers whose employment is covered by international law, including diplomatic workers and employees of overseas governments.
Youth Mobility Scheme Visa: Allows young people aged 18 to 30 from participating countries to live and work in the UK for up to two years.

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UK Visa Application Advice

Our team of highly qualified immigration advisors at Salam Immigration can assist you in selecting the most suitable UK Innovator Visa for your situation. We evaluate your eligibility and guide you through the application process to maximise your chances of success. Book an advice session with one of our specialists to receive personalised guidance.

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UK Visa Application Assistance

With years of experience and professional expertise, our immigration lawyers are prepared to help you and your family enter the UK. By hiring one of our experts, you can ensure that your case is handled efficiently. We can complete and submit your UK visa application on your behalf and liaise with the UK Visas and Immigration department.

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Visit the UK

At Salam Immigration, we assist non-EEA nationals who wish to visit the UK for short stays of up to six months, whether it’s for leisure, business, medical treatment, or artistic endeavours. UK Visitor and Short-Stay Visas enable you to explore opportunities and enjoy all that the UK has to offer within a specified period.

UK Visitor Visas

To travel to the UK for purposes such as tourism, business activities, or private medical treatment, you will need to apply for a Visitor Visa. The Standard Visitor Visa caters to various needs and includes several sub-categories:

Standard Visitor Visa: Ideal for tourists, business visitors, or those undertaking short courses of study.
Business Visitor Visa: For activities like attending meetings, conferences, trade fairs, or receiving work-related training.
Visit to Study: Allows individuals to study a short course (up to six months) at an accredited institution or engage in research related to overseas studies.
Academic Visitor: Suitable for scientists, researchers, or academics participating in formal exchange arrangements or conducting independent research.
Permitted Paid Engagement Visa: For professionals invited to the UK to undertake specific paid work with a written invitation from a UK-based organisation or client.
Private Medical Treatment Visa: For those seeking to receive pre-arranged private medical treatment in the UK.
Visitor in Transit Visa: Required for travellers passing through the UK en route to another country who do not have the right to transit without a visa.

UK Short-Stay Visas

If you plan to visit the UK for tourism or business for up to six months, there are several short-stay visa options available:

Short-term Study Visa: For individuals wishing to enter the UK to study a short course or conduct a short period of research as part of their degree abroad.
Parent of a Child Visa: Available to parents whose children attend an independent fee-paying school in the UK, allowing them to live in the UK to support their child's education.
Visitor Visa for Chinese Tour Groups: Specifically designed for organised Chinese tour groups of at least five people, managed by an Approved Destination Status (ADS) licenced Chinese tour operator.

If you have any questions regarding your UK Visa application or eligibility, our dedicated team at Salam Immigration is here to assist you.

Settle in the UK

Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible to settle permanently in the UK after spending a certain period as a lawful resident. For example, individuals who have lived in the UK on a Skilled Worker Visa may qualify for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after five years.

With ILR status, you may subsequently apply for British Citizenship, typically after an additional one-year period, although this may vary depending on your previous visa category and length of residence.

Biometric Residence Permit (BRP)

A Biometric Residence Permit serves as proof of your right to live and work in the UK. You will automatically receive a BRP if you:

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Right of Abode

Individuals with dual nationality may apply for a Certificate of Entitlement to the Right of Abode in their foreign passport, allowing unrestricted entry and residence in the UK. You may be eligible if you are:

Please note that the eligibility criteria for the Right of Abode are stringent and complex; meeting the above conditions does not guarantee eligibility.

Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK (ILR)

Generally, you must have resided in the UK for a minimum of five continuous years before applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain. The exact duration required depends on your UK Innovator Visa type and the time spent in the UK under that visa.

Once granted ILR, you are no longer subject to immigration restrictions, allowing you to work, study, and live in the UK indefinitely. You can also travel abroad and re-enter the UK without the need for a visa. However, spending more than two years consecutively outside the UK may result in the loss of your ILR status.

Holding Indefinite Leave to Remain is a crucial step towards applying for British Citizenship.

UK Citizenship and Naturalisation

You may be eligible to naturalise as a British citizen after five years of lawful residence in the UK. Typically, after obtaining ILR, you can apply for citizenship following an additional 12-month period, though this can vary based on your specific circumstances.

Before applying for naturalisation, you must meet certain requirements:

Due to the complexity of the naturalisation process, including the need for a comprehensive portfolio of supporting documents, it is advisable to seek guidance from an experienced immigration lawyer.

UK Innovator Visa Appeal

Experiencing a UK Innovator Visa refusal can be disheartening, but it doesn’t necessarily mean you have no further options to come to the UK. There are avenues available to challenge the decision through the UK Innovator Visa appeal process.

While rights of appeal have become more limited, particularly for some UK Innovator Visa categories, you may still request an administrative review or appeal on human rights grounds. The intricacies of immigration law make it highly recommended to consult with a specialist immigration solicitor if you wish to pursue an appeal.

Grounds for appealing a UK Innovator Visa refusal may include:

The decision does not comply with immigration law.
The decision breaches the Equality Act 2010, specifically relating to race or religion.
The decision infringes upon your rights under EU treaties due to your relationship with an EEA national family member.
The decision is unlawful under legislation other than immigration law.
The decision-making process was flawed or improperly conducted.
Enforcing the decision would result in a violation of your human rights under the Human Rights Act or the Refugee Convention if you were compelled to leave the UK.

How to Appeal UK UK Innovator Visa Refusals

If you decide to challenge a UK Innovator Visa refusal, it is crucial to act promptly. The deadlines are:

In some cases, UK Innovator Visa refusals may not carry a right of appeal. If this applies to you, a pre-action protocol for judicial review might be an alternative, although this is a complex legal route that should be discussed with a legal professional.

Given the complexities of the UK immigration system, engaging an experienced immigration adviser can significantly enhance your chances of a successful appeal.

At Salam Immigration, our team of dedicated immigration experts is committed to guiding you through every step of your UK Innovator Visa application or appeal process. We provide personalised advice tailored to your unique situation, aiming to achieve the best possible outcome for you.

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Written By SalamImmigration

Samera Akhtar
Solicitor-Branch Manager

Samera Akhtar is an Expert Immigration Lawyer at Axis Solicitors. She also serves as a Compliance Officer for Legal and Administration with Axis Solicitors Limited. Samera specializes in Immigration law. Her extensive knowledge and expertise enable her to provide clients with effective legal solutions and comprehensive guidance in their immigration matters.

Legal Disclaimer

The information provided is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. While we strive for accuracy, laws may change, and the content may not always reflect the latest legal developments. No guarantees are made regarding its accuracy or completeness, and we accept no liability for any reliance placed on it. We recommend consulting a qualified lawyer at Salam Immigration before making any decisions based on this information.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much investment is required for the UK Innovator Visa?

Applicants must have at least £50,000 available for investment in their UK business. This must be held in a regulated financial institution for a minimum of 90 days before applying.

What is the role of the endorsing body?

An endorsing body evaluates your business plan and ensures it meets innovation, viability, and scalability criteria. They also monitor your business progress during your stay in the UK.

Can I switch to a UK Innovator Visa from another visa category?

Yes, you can switch to the Innovator Visa if you currently hold a valid visa in certain categories, such as Start-up Visa, Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa, or Tier 2 General Work Visa.

What happens if my UK Innovator Visa application is refused?

There is no right of appeal against a refusal. However, you can request an administrative review if you believe an error has been made in processing your application.

Can I bring my family with me on a UK Innovator Visa?

Yes. You can include your spouse and children under 18 as dependants. They will have access to free healthcare and education, and your spouse will be allowed to work in the UK.

Why Choose Salam Immigration for Your Innovator Visa?

At Salam Immigration, we understand the complexities of the UK Innovator Visa process. Our team of expert immigration advisors ensures that your application meets all requirements, from securing an endorsement to compiling strong supporting documents. With our in-depth knowledge and personalised service, we help entrepreneurs maximise their chances of success. Whether you’re starting fresh or seeking an extension, we are here to guide you every step of the way.

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