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Innovator Founder Visa

For experienced entrepreneurs establishing an innovative, viable, and scalable business in the UK.

Estimated Cost

$3,436

Processing Time

~28 days

Validity

36 months

Description

The Innovator Founder visa is for seasoned business people who want to set up or run a business in the UK. The business idea must be endorsed as innovative, viable, and scalable. Unlike the previous Innovator visa, there is no minimum investment requirement, but applicants need endorsement from an approved body.

Official informationLast updated: 2025-09-01

Timeline

Processing Time
21 days – 2 months

Average: 28 days

Visa Validity
3 years

Path to Residency

Path to Citizenship

~6 years

Eligibility

Language:English (B2 CEFR)

Requirements

Endorsement from approved body*

Innovative business idea*

English language proficiency (B2)*

Maintenance funds (£1,270)*

Valid passport*

Cost Breakdown

FeeAmountType
Application fee$1,486One-time
Immigration Health Surcharge$1,950One-time
Estimated Total$3,436