UK Innovator Founder Visa
UK Innovator Founder Visa in United Kingdom (2026). Review eligibility, costs, processing time and requirements with MIGRS.
Key facts
- Program type: Startup Visa
- Status granted: Temporary Residency
- Difficulty: Hard
- Processing time: 0.75 months
- Years to permanent residence: 3
- Years to citizenship: 6
- Dual citizenship allowed: yes
Requirements
- Endorsement from approved body
- Innovative business plan
- English proficiency
- Maintenance funds £1,270+
Advantages
- Fast processing
- Access to UK market
- Path to settlement in 3 years
- No minimum investment
- Can bring family
Drawbacks
- Need endorsement body approval
- Must meet milestones
- Competitive
- Business viability scrutiny