UK Business Immigration
Start-Up / Entrepreneur Route
For first-time founders and innovative entrepreneurs building scalable businesses in the United Kingdom
Legate Hub provides strategic immigration guidance for Start-Up and Entrepreneur visa applicants, including endorsement preparation, business planning and full Home Office application support.
Entrepreneur Immigration Support
- Endorsement preparation & strategy
- Business plan drafting support
- Innovative business route guidance
- Home Office application management
- Founder compliance & monitoring advice
- Innovator Founder transition planning
What is the Start-Up / Entrepreneur Route?
The route allows innovative entrepreneurs to establish and grow scalable businesses in the United Kingdom with endorsement from approved organisations.
Applicants must demonstrate that their business concept is innovative, viable and scalable while meeting Home Office immigration requirements.
Successful applicants may later progress to the Innovator Founder route and eventually qualify for long-term settlement in the UK.
Legate Hub provides end-to-end assistance with endorsement preparation, business plans, application submissions and post-arrival compliance support.
Our Entrepreneur Immigration Services
Endorsement Applications
Preparation of endorsement-ready business proposals aligned with approved endorsing body criteria.
Business Plan Structuring
Comprehensive founder business plans covering innovation, market research, scalability and financial forecasting.
Visa Application Support
Professional management of Home Office applications, supporting evidence and immigration compliance documentation.
Growth & Settlement Planning
Ongoing support for founder progression, Innovator Founder transitions and future settlement applications.
General Eligibility Requirements
- Endorsement from an approved UK endorsing body
- Innovative, viable and scalable business concept
- English language ability meeting Home Office standards
- Sufficient maintenance funds for yourself and dependants
- Genuine intention to actively manage the UK business
- Clean immigration history and compliance record
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need endorsement for a Start-Up Visa?
Yes. Applicants must secure endorsement from an approved body confirming the business is innovative, viable and scalable.
Can I switch to an Innovator Founder Visa later?
Yes. Many applicants progress to the Innovator Founder route once their business demonstrates growth and development potential.
Can I bring family members to the UK?
Yes. Eligible dependants including spouses and children may apply to accompany or join the main applicant.
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