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On March 07th, 2019 the UK Home Office announced the exciting launch of UK Startup Visa route for non-European migrants who are willing to stay in the United Kingdom and invest through setting up of a business.

• The startup Visa category is for early stage applicants for starting a business in the UK for the first time.
• This visa category allows the main applicant to work in the UK, along with business to support themselves.
• There is no age barrier, profession and education restriction; to be eligible to apply under the UK Startup business visa.

SETTLEMENT / PERMANENT RESIDENCY

• Successful applicants are granted residency for 2 years and can also bring their family members (spouses/partners and children under 18) to the UK.
• At the end of two years, Startup visa holders can extend their stay by applying for Leave to Remain, permanent settlement will be granted after five years. 

HOW DO I QUALIFY FOR THE VISA?

To qualify for Startup Visa, applicant at least must have current or past “running business” experience.

• Access to sufficient funds within the budget (own funds or third-party).
• Third-party can be family members, friends, investors or corporate bodies.

The applicant can be a national of a majority English speaking country or Pass an English Language Test CEFR level B2 in all four components (reading, writing, speaking and listening) or hold a Degree that was taught in English and is equivalent to a United Kingdom bachelors degree.  

The amount is required to be held for a consecutive 90 days period before the date of application.  

Sufficient amount to cover living cost of all family members

Business plan is likely to be the most subjective part of the visa application and will need to be well-evidence to prove your credibility, on the balance of probabilities.

NASC expert legal team will ensure that the business plan is up to the standards of the UK Visa Authority to guarantee the success of the visa application. We also ensure that our clients are well-versed by keeping them in preparation of the business plan hence the successful visa application is certain.

• The UK Startup Visa allows the holder to start a business or control an already existing business in the UK.
• The investment essential to obtain this visa is comparatively lower than the Investor’s Visa.
• This Startup Visa is a potential route to Settlement / Permanent Residency in the UK and even spouse and dependents may accompany the visa holder.
• Spouse or any dependent children are entitled to come to the UK and obtain Free Education, NHS (National Health Services) and can work fulltime.

• We have the team of dedicated professionals.
• Our counselors are trained and have to meet the benchmarks set by the organization to ensure that they provide the best advice to you.
• We have Highly Committed and professional immigration advisory Team.
• Our dedicated Immigration advisers will counsel our clients from start to end.
• A detailed assessment of client’s circumstances.
• Advising for the exact documentation needed for an application.
• Preparing client’s case.
• Completing & submitting client’s application.
• Keep our clients informed about his / her application status.
• Liaise with Immigration authorities until successful result.

We hold a very high visa success rate

Our UK Immigration advisers offer expert advice and services on all UK immigration visa categories including Innovator Visa, Startup Visa, Representative of an Overseas Business for the UK The rules that support these applications are complex and difficult to understand in places.

We can provide you with a high level of service, based on our specialized experience of making successful applications.

• We have the team of dedicated professionals.
• Our counselors are trained and have to meet the benchmarks set by the organization to ensure that they provide the best advice to you.
• We have Highly Committed and professional immigration advisory Team.
• We, provide the best possible solution in the quickest possible time, Without any stress or burden on our clients.
• Our dedicated Immigration advisers will counsel our clients from start to end.
• A detailed assessment of client’s circumstances.
• Advising for the exact documentation needed for an application.
• Preparing client’s case.
• Completing & submitting client’s application.
• Keep our clients informed about his / her application status.
• Liaise with Immigration authorities until successful result.

We hold a very high visa success rate

Our UK Immigration advisers offer expert advice and services on all UK immigration visa categories including Innovator Visa, Startup Visa, Representative of an Overseas Business for the UK The rules that support these applications are complex and difficult to understand in places. 

We can provide you with a high level of service, based on our specialized experience of making successful applications.

HOW DO I QUALIFY FOR THE VISA?

If you are coming to the UK as an Overseas Business Representative you must:

Be recruited and employed outside the UK by a company whose headquarters and principle place of business are outside UK.

Hold a senior position within the company (but not be a major shareholder) and have full authority to make decisions on its behalf Intend to establish the company’s first commercial presence in the UK, e.g. a registered branch or a wholly owned subsidiary.

• You may also be eligible if the company has a legal entity in the UK that Doesn’t employ staff or transact business.
• If your company has been working to establish a UK branch or Subsidiary, but it is not yet set up, you can replace a previous sole representative.
• As an employee of an overseas newspaper, news agency or broadcasting organization, you can come to the UK if you’re being
• Posted here on a long-term assignment.

To be eligible for this visa you must: 

Pass an approved English language Test with at least CEFR level A1 in speaking and listening. 

• Overseas Business Representative Visa holder is allowed to bring dependents to the UK.

• Your dependents are any of your children and your husband; wife, civil partner, or unmarried or same sex partner may join / remain with you in the UK.

• Dependents are also allowed to study and work full time in the United Kingdom. 

QUALIFY FOR INDEFINITE LEAVE TO REMAIN & UK PASSPORT

• The Initial visa will be granted for 3 years, at the end of 3 years applicant will be entitled for further 2 years extension.
• At the end of 5 years period, applicant will be eligible to apply for UK settlement / permanent residency and UK Passport.

• The UK Overseas Business Representative Visa allows the holder to start a branch office or a wholly owned subsidiary business in the UK.
• This Overseas Business Representative Visa is a potential route to Settlement / Permanent Residency in the UK and even spouse and dependents may accompany the visa holder.
• Spouse or any dependent children are entitled to come to the UK and obtain Free Education, NHS (National Health Services) and can work full time.
• The UK Overseas Business Representative Visa lead to UK Permanent Settlement / UK Passport

Business plan is likely to be the most subjective part of the visa application and will need to be well-evidence to prove your credibility, on the balance of probabilities.

NASC expert legal team will ensure that the business plan is up to the standards of the UK Visa Authority to guarantee the success of the visa application. We also ensure that our clients are well-versed by keeping them in preparation of the business plan hence the successful visa application is certain.

• We have the team of dedicated professionals.
• Our counselors are trained and have to meet the benchmarks set by the organization to ensure that they provide the best advice to you.
• We have Highly Committed and professional immigration advisory Team.
• We, provide the best possible solution in the quickest possible time, Without any stress or burden on our clients.
• Our dedicated Immigration advisers will counsel our clients from start to end.
• A detailed assessment of client’s circumstances.
• Advising for the exact documentation needed for an application.
• Preparing client’s case.
• Completing & submitting client’s application.
• Keep our clients informed about his / her application status.
• Liaise with Immigration authorities until successful result. 

We hold a very high visa success rate

Our UK Immigration advisers offer expert advice and services on all UK immigration visa categories including Innovator Visa, Startup Visa, Representative of an Overseas Business for the UK The rules that support these applications are complex and difficult to understand in places. 

We can provide you with a high level of service, based on our specialized experience of making successful applications.

NASC offers a special program for doctors wishing to relocate to the UK. We provide a step-by-step procedure to help the applicant identify, understand and handle the complexities created by the move.

The applicant must pass several exams such as IELST, PLAB 1, and PLAB 2 before obtaining his /her working visa. NASC can provide a sponsorship package which is a prerequisite in a applying for a the visa.

The sponsorship covers:
1. Business Visitor Visa and Tier 2 Work VISA applications by UK registered visa lawyers

2. Access to online PLAB 2 materials for preparation prior to arrival in UK

3. Full 10-day residential PLAB 2 course with 2 mock exams

4. Training provided by UK registered and practicing doctors who have been through the relocation process

5. All training materials and costs

6. Onsite Accommodation at purpose built training facility in standard shared room

7. Assistance with GMC registration

8. Assistance with obtaining clinical attachments

9. One to one support in finding role in the UK

10. Help with CV and interview techniques

11. Membership of NASC for ongoing support and advice – giving access to Top 5 worldwide accountancy practice, Immigration experts and Financial specialists

12. Option to extend accommodation for no additional cost if exam needs to be retaken

13. Transfers to/from Manchester Airport/Mainline railway station

14. Transfers to/from examination centre in Manchester