For entrepreneurs, recognised leaders in their field, and senior representatives establishing a UK presence for an overseas business.
High-Value, Business & Entrepreneur Visas
For entrepreneurs, recognised leaders in their field, and senior representatives establishing a UK presence for an overseas business.
Visa Types in This Category
Innovator Founder Visa
For experienced entrepreneurs establishing an innovative, viable and scalable business in the UK, endorsed by an approved endorsing body.
Global Talent Visa
For leaders or emerging leaders in academia, research, arts & culture, or digital technology, endorsed by a recognised UK body.
Representative of an Overseas Business Visa
For a senior employee (sole representative) or accredited media representative establishing or reporting for a UK branch of an overseas company.
Eligibility Requirements
- A genuine, innovative and scalable business idea endorsed by an approved body (Innovator Founder)
- Recognised achievement or exceptional promise in a qualifying field, confirmed by endorsement (Global Talent)
- A genuine vacancy and intention to establish an active UK branch or subsidiary (Representative route)
- Sufficient personal funds to support yourself and any dependants in the UK
- Meet suitability and English language requirements
Document Checklist
- Valid passport
- Endorsement letter from an approved endorsing body, or evidence of overseas employment and UK assignment for the Representative route
- Detailed, viable business plan (Innovator Founder)
- Portfolio of achievement in your field — awards, publications, media coverage, references (Global Talent)
- Proof of available investment funds, where applicable
- Company registration and financial documents (Representative of Business route)
- Immigration Health Surcharge payment receipt
Government Fees for This Category
| Visa Type | Home Office Fee |
|---|---|
| Innovator Founder Visa | £1,357 |
| Global Talent Visa (with endorsement) | £205 |
| Global Talent Visa (endorsement application) | £766 |
| Representative of an Overseas Business Visa | £819 |
Most work, study, family and settlement routes also require the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS): approximately £1,035 per year for adults and £776 per year for children/students, paid upfront for the full length of the visa. Visitor and transit visas are IHS-exempt. Fees change periodically — confirm the exact current figure using the official Home Office fee calculator.