The Innovator Founder visa is preferred for an individual who wishes to start a new business in the UK that is unlike anything else on the market and innovative. It is the replacement of the former Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) visa. This visa allows you to stay in the UK for 3 years and you may bring your dependant(s). This visa also leads to early settlement in the UK unlike any other usual routes.
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You must be over 18 and you must have:
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Yes, as an Innovator Founder visa holder, you are allowed to set up multiple businesses. The Home Office allows endorsed Innovator Founder visa holders to establish additional businesses, even if they are unrelated to the original business proposal. Importantly, the endorsing body does not monitor these additional ventures. However, it's crucial that you still meet the overall requirements of your visa, including staying involved in the original endorsed business and adhering to the rules related to visa extensions and settlement. Maintaining communication with your endorsing body for your primary business is essential for future applications.
No, you don't have to extend your Innovator Founder visa if you meet the requirements to apply for ILR directly near the end of your visa since you can submit your ILR application up to 28 days before you become eligible. However, you must fulfill the necessary criteria, such as business performance, financial stability, and continued endorsement. If you cannot meet the ILR requirements by the end of your visa, you will need to apply for an extension to continue working towards eligibility.
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