INVESTOR VISA TO THE UK

The Investor Visa caters to those who wish to invest a substantial sum of their wealth in the UK and also make the UK their main home. The investment must be productive and generate wealth for the UK economy. For instance, you can decide to invest in shares in listed companies, governments bonds and units trusts. The only restriction is that the investment cannot be made in property.

The Investor Visa is initially granted for a maximum period of two years allowing the applicant to conduct market research and identify an appropriate business to invest in. This visa is extendable, assuming all relevant requirements are satisfied, and it may eventually lead to permanent residence and British Nationality.

DO I QUALIFY FOR AN INVESTOR VISA TO THE UK?

Our Free Investor Visa Eligibility Assessment is designed to instantly determine if you are eligible to live and work in the UK.

INVESTOR VISA BASIC REQUIREMENTS

The investor Visa is treated as a priority by the Home Office.

Following entry clearance the Investor Visa is initially granted for a maximum period of two years and it may eventually lead to permanent residence after five years and thereafter British Nationality.

To qualify for an Investor Visa you must have at least £1 million of your own money in the UK or have personal assets which, taking into account any liabilities, have a value exceeding £2 million including at least £1 million under your control in the UK.

You must intend to invest at least £750,000 in the UK by way of Government bonds or share capital or loan capital in active and trading United Kingdom registered companies.

The Home Office will expect you to make the UK you main home and to be able to financially maintain and accommodate yourself and any dependants.

INVESTOR VISA ENTITLEMENTS

Applicants applying for an Investor Visa will normally be granted leave for an initial period of 12 months. Subject to meeting certain criteria the Border & Immigration Agency (Home Office) may extend the applicant's stay for up to a further four years, to make a total of five years. Five years spent in this category may then lead to indefinite leave to remain and ultimately British Nationality.

Dependants such as your married partner or civil partner and children under the age of 18 may be able to accompany/join you on your application. Children who reach the age of 18 after having been admitted as dependants may also be able to extend their visas. Dependants may also be able to work without any restrictions.

INVESTOR VISA PROCESSING TIME AND COSTS

INVESTORS	OUTSIDE THE UK (ENTRY CLEARANCE)	INSIDE THE UK (FLR)
Government Application Fee	£200	£395
Advanced Migration Service	£199
Premium Migration Service	£999
PROCESSING TIMES	1-12 weeks	4-14 weeks
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