Three months before the date of departure is the earliest you may submit an application. A decision regarding your visa ought to come in three weeks. You can check your country’s visa processing times using the guidance response time.
SUMMARY OF THE UK START-UP VISA
- Outline.
- Qualification.
- Language proficiency in English is required.
- Documentation needed.
- Enroll.
- Change of visa
- Members of family.
OUTLINE:
You can apply for a Start-up visa if you meet the following requirements:
- In UK, you want to start a business.
- You shouldn’t be a citizen of Switzerland or the European Economic Area (EEA).
- You match the other criteria.
How to get a recommendation
One of the following organisations must grant you permission:
- A corporation with a track record of assisting British businesspeople.
- A university or college in the UK.
You must be able to show that your business idea satisfies the requirements listed below:
- You cannot join or participate in a profitable company.
- Tenable and with opportunity to grow.
After reading the list of endorsing bodies, you should only contact support that is appropriate for your firm concept.
The cost of health services:
You must pay a healthcare premium as part of the application procedure. Be sure to budget your expenses before enrolling.
WHAT DURATION CAN YOU STAY FOR?
- A Start-up visa entitles you to a 2-year stay in the UK.
- There is no way for you to request a visa extension.
IF YOUR RECOMMENDATION IS RULLED BACK,
- Your visa can be withdrawn if your recommendation is rejected. Before your existing visa expires, you must reapply with a fresh endorsement if you want to stay longer.
- You are only permitted to stay for a total of two years, even if you have a new visa with a fresh endorsement.
WHAT IS PERMITTED AND NOT PERMITTED FOR YOU TO DO:
THESE ARE THINGS YOU CAN DO:
- Bring your family along.
- Work for your firm and another job simultaneously.
- You can switch from a different category of visa to this one.
THESE ARE THINGS YOU CANNOT DO:
- Acquire state funding.
- Working as a dentist or doctor while coaching.
- You cannot hold a position as a qualified professional athlete, such a sports coach.
- Not be a resident of the UK.
