What is the UK Self Sponsorship Visa?
If you wish to set up a Business in the UK or if you wish to expand your current overseas business to the UK, you may find that the Self Sponsorship route is the ideal way to work and live in the UK. It is important to note that there is no official visa called the ‘Self Sponsorship Visa’ but rather a route to enter the UK under the Skilled Worker Visa category.
The Self Sponsorship Visa will allow you (with the help of a UK resident Director) set up a UK Company who will then Sponsor you to come and work in the UK. Unlike the Innovator Visa, there is no minimum investment required into the Business and you can hold shares in the Business.
This Visa route is ideal for experiences business people or a person who has explored the UK business space and has found an opportunity to set up a new business here in the UK. You will need to obtain a Sponsor Licence which will then allow the Company to sponsor you.
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UK Self Sponsorship Visa Requirements
You must be able to satisfy the following requirements:
Must be over the age of 18
Have a UK Company with a UK resident Director
The Company must have a Sponsor Licence
Your job is listed on the eligible occupation list
Complete an English Language Test
Provide a valid TB Test Certificate
Your UK job must pay you a minimum salary according to the Job Role
Have enough funds to satisfy the maintenance requirement
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What Documents are needed for a UK Self Sponsorship Visa?
Below are the type of documents that would be needed for a UK Self Sponsorship Visa. The list is not definitive as you may need more documents depending on your job role. You should therefore look to provide the following:
Passport
Letter of Support from UK Company
Bank Statements
TB Test
Certificate of Sponsorship
Academic Qualifications
English Language Requirement
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UK Self Sponsorship Application Process
Discovery Call
We have a call to understand your business in more detail
Documents List
We provide you with a bespoke list of documents
Documents Review
We review your Documents and provide you feedback with suggestions
Online Application
We prepare the Online Application Form and our Legal Representation document for your review
Submission
Once approved, we will arrange a time for you to submit the Application
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How can we help you with your Self Sponsorship To The UK?
- We conduct a thorough review of your Company
- We work with you to understand your employment needs
- We work with you to understand your management structure
- We conduct a review of your HR policies to advise of vulnerabilities
- We prepare & submit your Sponsor Licence Application
- We prepare strong and detailed legal representations
- We help you with your ongoing duties as a Sponsor
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UK Self Sponsorship Visa / Route FAQ’s
1. Does my Company need to be profitable?
No, but your Company should be able to demonstrate that it can afford to pay any potential employee
2. How much does the Home Office charge?
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3. My Company just started trading, can I apply for a Sponsor Licence?
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4. Does the Company’s chosen points of contact have to be British Nationals?
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5. How long will the Home Office take to decide on the Application?
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6. If I don't comply with my duties, what happens?
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7. When do I have to update the Home Office with any updates?
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8. Does the Sponsor Licence have an expiry date?
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