Search

How can we help?

Business immigration

Investors & innovators

 

The UK is one of the leading business locations in the world. With London being the world’s leading financial centre, this makes it an attractive location for investors and entrepreneurs to set up home.

The Tier 1 (Investor) route has closed and is no longer open to new applicants. Existing Tier 1 (Investor) visa holders remain eligible to apply to extend their visas, subject to specific criteria. Our specialist immigration lawyers can guide you through the intricate process of extending your Investor visa.

If you have an innovative business idea and would like to start a business in the UK, our immigration solicitors will simplify the complex process for you. The Innovator visa route is available to experienced business professionals intent on setting up an innovative business in the UK. Where relevant, the applicants must have access to at least £50,000 in available funds.

Whichever route you choose, our business immigration lawyers are on hand to assess your eligibility, guide you on the required supporting documents and will prepare the application form on your behalf to avoid any mistakes being made.

If required, we can also put you in touch with financial advisers and accountancy firms (if you require a business plan), assist you in switching/extending visas and apply for settlement when you are eligible. We can also assist in the preparation of any dependent visa applications.

“The team makes it very easy to ask questions and understand the advice given.” 

Legal 500

Key contacts

Monica Atwal

Managing Partner

View profile

+44 118 960 4605

Rebecca Hone

Senior Associate

View profile

+44 20 7539 8019

Read, listen and watch our latest insights

art
  • 23 January 2024
  • Immigration

Partner visa – Is your relationship genuine and subsisting?

Many couples have become frustrated with the requirements for a UK Partner visa as the rules and guidance are difficult to understand. A significant number of applications are refused based on failing to provide adequate documentation to evidence the relationship requirement.

art
  • 15 January 2024
  • Immigration

Spouse Visa – Financial Requirements updated 2024

The purpose of the financial requirement is to ensure the applicant has sufficient funds to support themselves in the UK, without having recourse to public funds. Unfortunately, the most common reason for refusing a spouse visa, is due to the applicant failing to demonstrate that they meet the financial requirement.

art
  • 05 January 2024
  • Immigration

Spouse Visa UK Guide 2024

Discover the UK Spouse Visa: eligibility, finances, relationship criteria, and the latest updates in 2024 for a successful application.

art
  • 08 December 2023
  • Immigration

UK Hospitality – Right to Work

The UK’s hospitality sector is strongly impacted by immigration rules and policies post-Brexit.

art
  • 17 November 2023
  • Immigration

Controversial Immigration Health Surcharge Fee Increase and Budgetary Concerns

The proposed increase to the IHS has raised concerns, especially among businesses who financially support their sponsored workers’ visa applications.

art
  • 27 October 2023
  • Immigration

Unmarried Partner Visa UK

If you are in a committed relationship you may be able to join your partner in the UK via the Unmarried Partner Visa route.