united kingdom

Residence | United Kingdom

About The United Kingdom

The United Kingdom has one of the strongest global economies and boasts some of the most highly ranked educational institutions in the world. Its desirability is further bolstered by its reputable healthcare system. Over the years, the UK has become a more diverse melting pot of differentiating ethnicities calling it home. Its official language is English and its population stands at approximately 67 million.

Country Information

  • Location: Europe

  • Language: English

  • Population: 67 million

  • Economy: Trading and Finance

  • Currency: British pound

UK residence by investment

The United Kingdom’s residence by investment program, also known as the UK Innovator Founder visa, allows individuals and their families to legally attain a residence visa through the establishment of a new and scaling business within the UK. The investor must provide an original business plan which demonstrates innovation and be supported by an official endorsing body. The investor must further show sufficient funds to set up and grow their business. The applicant for residency may include his immediate family (spouse and dependent children under the age of 18). The duration of the initial residence is granted for three years. After the three year period, applicants may then apply for ILR (settlement) in the UK to maintain permanent residence.

Investment Requirements

Business Formation

  • While there is no stated investment amount, the applicant for the UK Innovator Founder Visa should meet the below requirements:

    1. Be over the age of 18

    2. Establish a viable innovative business plan

    3. Have your business plan endorsed by an approved body

    4. Demonstrate sufficient funds to establish and grow business

    5. Have a good command of the English language

    6. Be able to prove your source of funds

    7. Have sufficient funds to support yourself/family in the UK

  • Please note that there are additional government and legal fees

Process & time to residence

  • Step 1: Have business plan endorsed by an approved body

  • Step 2: Submit required documents and visa application online

  • Step 3: Receive decision on you application 1 - 3 weeks later

Eligible Dependents

  • Main applicant’s spouse

  • Children under the age of 18

Residence Benefits

  • Financial planning, access to UK banking, and no global taxation

  • An operating business within the UK

  • No physical residency requirements to maintain residency

  • Access to both educational opportunities and healthcare

  • Ability to live in the UK

  • Eligibility for permanent residence after three years

  • Eligibility for citizenship after five years of permanent residence

  • Family security in global instability

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