You can apply to enter the UK either
as an Investor (passive) or as an entrepreneur subject
to personal
investment funds available to you.
Requires at least GBP £ 200,000 of your own
money which you intend to invest in your UK business
Aimed at:
Experienced Businesspersons intending to
set up and run their own business in the UK
Overview:
You must obtain a visa to
set up in business in the UK and all cases are referred
to the Home Office
in the UK before a decision can be made and a visa
issued.
In order to qualify for an active investor (Entrepreneur)
Visa, you will need to show that:
- That you can
afford to maintain and accommodate yourself in the
UK, until such a time as the business
begins to make money.
- That you will be acting
as Director of the company, on a full-time basis.
- That
you will have a controlling interest in the business.
- That
the financial projections show that there will be
sufficient profits to support you and your dependants.
- Proof
that £ 200,000 is available in cash in
your name.
- You agree to hire at
least 2 UK / EU nationals during your first year
of business.
Validity of Visa: Initially granted for 12 months,
after which you will need to show that all your business
commitments have been kept.
Permanent Residence: Available after 5 continuous
years as an Investor
If you would like MediVisas to assess your eligibility
for an Investor (Entrepreneur) visas, please complete
your details on the Assessment Form :
You should also attach a copy of your business plan
(if available).
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