Guide to the UK Tier 1 Visa

Tier 1 visas for high value migrants  The 5-tier points based system is the main UK immigration route for foreign migrants from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to work, train or study in the UK. Tier 1 of this system is for high value migrants and covers entry of investors, entrepreneurs, graduate […]

Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa Guidance

The Tier 1 Entrepreneur visa has closed to new application and has been replaced by the new Innovator visa aimed at experienced entrepreneurs setting up business in the UK. The UK remains an attractive option for ambitious entrepreneurs looking to start or expand their business opportunities overseas. As one of the world’s major established trading nations, […]

Tier 1 Entrepreneur Policy Guidance

The Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa is closing on 29th March 2019. It is being replaced by the new Innovator route. Tier 1 Entrepreneur Policy Guidance for Applicants  The five-tier points based system introduced in 2008 is the main UK immigration route for foreign nationals from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland to work, train […]

Tier 1 Visa UK – Are You Eligible?

The Tier 1 visa route into the UK offers individuals of non-EEA nations to come to Britain for a number of different purposes considered of high value to the UK economy, for example, to set up business, make investments to take up employment as an exceptional talent. Before proceeding with any Home office application, you […]

How to Complete the Tier 1 Entrepreneur Application Form

The Tier 1 Entrepreneur visa is closing to new applications from 29th March 2019. New applicants should look at the Innovator or Start Up visa. When applying to enter or remain in the UK under the Tier 1 Entrepreneur visa, the information you provide in your submission to the Home Office – both the Tier […]

Tier 1 Entrepreneur Refusal Grounds

The Tier 1 Entrepreneur visa is closing on 29th March 2019, to be replaced with the Innovator route and Start Up visa. If your entrepreneur visa application has been refused, take advice on your options under the new rules.  5 common Tier 1 Entrepreneur Refusal Grounds 48% of Tier 1 Entrepreneur visa applications are rejected […]

Switching from Tier 2 to Tier 1

Switching from Tier 2 to Tier 1? What you need to know.  We’re often asked about ‘switching’ visa categories while in the UK. One of the more common requests from individuals is for switching from Tier 2 to Tier 1. The need to switch from a Tier 2 visa can arise for many reasons. Where […]

Tier 1 Entrepreneur Interview Questions

As part of your Tier 1 Entrepreneur visa application, you may be required to attend a Home Office interview. The objective will be for the Home Office to learn more about you, your background, your business and future plans, to help make a decision on your application. It is important to prepare well. Start by rereading your […]

Tier 1 Entrepreneur Changes 2016

Tier 1 Entrepreneur Changes 2016 The Tier 1 Entrepreneur route is for those from outside the European Economic Union wishing to establish, join or takeover one or more business in the UK.You may be aware there are a few changes which are to be introduced to the Tier 1 Entrepreneur route and oddly enough they […]

Entrepreneur Visa UK and Foreign Investment

Something London should be proud of: our unfaltering ability to attract record levels of lucrative business from overseas. As reported last week, for a few years now, it is no doubt that London is one of the best international trading cities in the world, far ahead of countries such as France, UAE and Singapore. As […]