Apply For An Entrepreneur Visa

THIS ROUTE HAS BEEN REPLACED WITH THE INNOVATOR VISA.

The Entrepreneur Visa, wherein a prospective entrepreneur was granted UK access to set up a new business in the UK, or to invest in an already existing UK business, is now no longer accepting new applications.

Business people seeking long-term access to the UK, or a roadmap towards indefinite leave to remain must now find another path.

There are many visas available that will help business people gain access to the UK, the best option for each individual will depend on their circumstances and their reasoning as to why they require UK residence.

Available routes

Some of the numerous available routes that may be applicable to business people who are seeking UK residence are as follows;

Business Visas

There are still business based routes available following the end of the Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa path into the UK, those seeking UK residence may still apply for prospective entrepreneurs. There are still options such as the Start-Up Visa and the Innovator Visa for those seeking UK residence in order to set up a UK business. There are also Investor Visas available for those who are seeking to invest money into the UK economy through UK based businesses.

Work Visas

Instead of setting up a business – business people could take a role as skilled workers, those seeking UK residence could opt for one of the available Skilled Worker Visas. This will allow them residence in the UK for a limited period of time and a roadmap towards permanent Indefinite Leave to Remain. The application will depend on the UK based role that they intend to apply for. For those at the forefront of their field, the Global Talent Visa may offer an alternative route. Again, the application will depend on your field of work.

Family Visas

If business people seeking residence in the UK already have family or a spouse that has permanent UK residence, they may gain access through one of the Family Visas available. There are options for those with spouses, civil partners, fiancés, and unmarried partners who have UK residence. There are also options available for those who are the parents and children of UK permanent residents.

Student Visas

Business people may be granted limited UK residence if they plan to come here in order to study. There are a number of Student Visa options that may be relevant to those seeking access to the UK who would have used the entrepreneur path.

To ensure that the right application is pursued and all the right documents are presented, it is highly advisable to work with a skilled legal team like QC Immigration. Working alongside a legal team can strengthen your case and increase the chances of your visa application being accepted. Please do not hesitate to get in touch with the team if you’d like to discuss your options.

Entrepreneur Visa extensions

Those currently residing in the UK with a Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa may be granted an extension until April 6th of 2023 – it is key that they seek legal assistance in order to put forward a thorough application that includes all of the relevant documentation necessary to present a clear case that the Home Office would be more likely to accept.

In order to be granted an extension, applicants must meet all of the stipulations set out in their initial visa agreement, including job creation, registration and investment into the UK economy, you must also pass the genuine entrepreneur test that determines whether or not your business is desirable and can be successful in the UK.

These extensions will cost the residing entrepreneur £1,292 with an additional cost of £19.20 for fingerprinting and photos which is part of the application process.

Indefinite Leave To Remain

Those residing on a Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa seeking Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK can still achieve a settled status through their extended visa – they must apply for settlement before the 5th of April 2025 and meet all of the necessary requirements, including scoring 75 points on the Home Office’s settlement application points table. In order to assist you in meeting these requirements, it is extremely advisable to bring a legal professional on board. Indefinite Leave to Remain is essential if you are working towards British Citizenship.

How can QC Immigration help?

Our experienced team of legal professionals will be able to assist you through every step of the application process. We will put together as strong a case as possible and will make sure that you have submitted all of the relevant and required documentation.

We always aim to make the process as stress-free as possible for you and help you navigate the complexities of UK immigration law. If you’d like to discuss your situation don’t hesitate to email us or book a consultation with one of our lawyers.

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How we work

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consultation.

We start a discussion by understanding your history, and we will clearly outline the best option available and any recommendations to save you time and costs.

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instruction.

Once you instruct us to be your legal representative, we will start preparing your case. We may require more information about you to help you more effectively.

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documents.

Documentation is a crucial part of an immigration application. We will customise a document list to guide your preparation. Your dedicated lawyer will check the documents and advise of any improvements needed.

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application.

We will complete your application to the Home Office and may also write a cover letter with strong legal arguments where relevant. We may discuss this with you to confirm the final details.

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submission.

We will submit your application to the Home Office, Court authorities securely. We will represent you as the main point of contact with them for any further requests.

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interview.

You may sometimes be invited to attend a Home Office interview or Court hearing. While this may sound daunting, we will help you prepare and provide guidance on what questions to expect.

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decision.

As soon as we receive a decision from the Home Office, we will get in touch with you to share the news.

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What clients say

We did multiple assignments with QC and were very happy with the fast response and results we achieved on our applications.

manish rungta
manish rungta
Google five star client rating

Qiyin was very quick to respond to my inquiries. She was very professional, supportive and helpful. Highly recommended!

Ainul Nadhirah Hanafiah
Ainul Nadhirah Hanafiah
Google five star client rating

Qiyin listened very attentively to my concerns and reassured me. Gave me a lot of insight into how I need to plan my application in a very personal way. Would definitely highly recommend.

Sashi Ganes
Sashi Ganes
Google five star client rating

Very professional team, who helped me gain EU Settled status pre-Brexit using a new Android app. It is refreshing to see that QC-immigration team adopts fast the technology and is on top of all changes in legislation. They got my full trust.

Victoria Rusnac
Victoria Rusnac
Google five star client rating

Hafsah made my application look so simple and easy even though i was doubtful about my case before approaching QC. I can’t believe my ILR application got approved by Home office within 24 hrs of biometric appointment. Thank you Hafsah for helping me get this done.

Shubha Shet
Shubha Shet
Google five star client rating

It was a pleasure working with Qiyin and her team. They were very helpful and responsive all the time. They helped me with my Permanent Residence which was succesful and was received in less than a month. I will work with them again in the future, so I strongly recommend this Immigration office to everyone.

Nasos Balasis
Nasos Balasis
Google five star client rating

Definitely the best law firm I've ever dealt with. Hafsah Awan is an amazing lawyer, she is extremely professional, she truly cares, and gives great advise to ensure all goes smoothly. My entire process with Hafsah went really well, and we successfully got our Start-up visas to the UK, many thanks to Hafsah for her great efforts. I also loved that they are very responsive, to emails, calls, etc. Qiyin Chuah, the founder, actually helped me in the last moment during her weekend, I was very thankful for that, as not many people would even get back to you during the weekend. Overall, an amazing law firm, I'm very pleased, and I truly wish Hafsah, Qiyin, and the rest of QC Immigration team all the best, God bless you all :)

Ahmad Agha
Ahmad Agha
Google five star client rating

I had an exploratory conversation with QC Immigration. Qiyin was professional and personable throughout our conversation, explaining clearly the current criteria and regulatory considerations to keep in mind. I would have no reservations in appointing them for representation should there ever be a need, as Qiyin provided from the outset, the calm assurance of having the knowledge, experience and an individual approach that I strongly value.

May Loke
May Loke
Google five star client rating

Very good service and professional company! I contact them trough a friend because I had problem with a Family Visa in Scotland, they helped me and advised in all the process and they solved what I needed to solve so quick. Specially Qiyin and Marianna. I would always come back to them again if I needed and also recommend them. As I said, very good and Professional.

Martin Nicolas Camaño Martin
Martin Nicolas Camaño Martin
Google five star client rating

Both my fiancé and I used QC Immigration this year for our new visa and naturalisation applications, respectively, and were very happy with the service. Our main point of contact was Marianna, who was very prompt and thorough in her preparation of our applications and helpful throughout every step of the process with our concerns, etc. Highly recommend QC Immigration. Thank you again, Marianna!

Sarah Monaco
Sarah Monaco
Google five star client rating

My friend had recommended QC Immigration and I was not disappointed! Marianna was my main point of contact and she was kind, prompt and very efficient. I had a lot of questions and Marianna was very quick in replying to me. I would definitely recommend QC Immigration.

Malulie Tongprasert
Malulie Tongprasert
Google five star client rating

They were extremely professional and thorough throughout the application process. I even shared my travel plans and they worked based on my timelines, which based on experience, most companies don't prioritise. Highly recommend working with them if you want to be stress free and want your application handled with care.

Shruthi Padmanabhan
Shruthi Padmanabhan
Google five star client rating

I have been using QC Immigration to help prepare for my partner's Proposed Civil Partnership Visa application. We have been dealing with Marianna since January, and have found her to be extremely professional, knowledgeable and personable. She has always responded to my queries and concerns, (however neurotic!) and she has paid great attention to detail. It has been an invaluable service, and should our application be successful in this instance, I will not hesitate to appoint QC Immigration again to assist with the next stages. Many thanks again for your hard work and for showing us such an understanding and caring attitude! :)

Bethany Taylor-James
Bethany Taylor-James
Google five star client rating

My partner and I recently used QC Immigration when applying for a UK partner visa. They were very professional throughout and dealt with all questions and queries accordingly. Marianna was our main point of contact and was extremely diligent and reassuring throughout the process. We appreciated their attention to detail and extensive knowledge of UK immigration law and would highly recommend them to any prospective clients.

Eliot Parker
Eliot Parker
Google five star client rating

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