Our Services

UK Visas offer a comprehensive range of services for corporate clients and individuals.

Our immigration and visa application experts will take the time to understand your requirements before recommending the most appropriate service to meet your needs, all at a competitive price.

See all our Services

Individual Services

See all Individual Services

Our Services

Immigration News, Individuals, Legislation, News, Sponsorship, Visas

Global Talent Vs Innovator Founder Visa

Apr 30, 2024

One of the primary work visa options in the UK is the Skilled Worker visa, which mandates that an employer must secure a sponsor license to support skilled roles with genuine job openings.

In December, Home Secretary James Cleverly announced changes that raise the income threshold from £26,200 to £38,700, exceeding the national average salary in the UK. This adjustment has sparked criticism from the tech industry, with the Startup Coalition and The Entrepreneurs Network cautioning Cleverly about the potential negative impact of these modifications.

The UK tech sector commonly utilises the same points-based sponsored work visa routes as other industries. However, there are two specialised immigration pathways for tech professionals - the Innovator Founder visa and the Global Talent visa.

The Global Talent visa caters to individuals who are highly recognised in their field or show exceptional promise, including those in digital technology.This visa is appealing as it doesn't require sponsorship, is generally more cost-effective, and allows for settlement in three years for leaders in their respective fields, as opposed to the standard five years. While typically an endorsement from an endorsing body like Tech Nation is necessary, applicants who have received an award from the Home Office's approved prize lists since May 2021 can bypass this requirement.

The Innovator Founder visa, on the other hand, has replaced similar visas and enables founding teams to establish a business in the UK that government-appointed bodies have endorsed as innovative, viable, and scalable.

For more than a decade we have been assisting businesses and individuals with immigration and visa enquiries, providing sound advice, and successfully handling applications.
Please submit your details via our online enquiry form and our expert team will be in touch to progress your enquiry. Alternatively, you may contact us directly 01403 801801.

Laura Charge

Laura, is a Level 1 IAA acccredited adviser with over 20 years experience of working within the Home Office and the UK Immigration Service. She brings a unique advantage to our team. Her expertise in Immigration law and writing skills are an asset.

I can honestly say everyone that I deal with at UK Visas are very efficient, super helpful and informative and extremely nice (especially Ana and Garima). Also patient with all my questions – nothing is ever too much trouble, and very prompt with their responses.
Jackie Thompson
HR Assistant
I’ve worked with UK Visas for almost 10 years now, and the support and advice never fails. From the sponsorship of new employees to training for the whole team, UK Visas are always extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend their services!
Helena Wittenbach
Head of Human Resources,
Having worked with UK Visas for more than eight years, I cannot recommend their services enough. We have worked with them on a wide variety of immigration topics, including complex licence matters (following acquisitions), day to day sponsorship processes, and reporting; and we have always received an amazing service.

Members of the team are responsive and come back to our queries quickly, they are always polite, and go out of their way to be as helpful as possible. Thank you to all of the team for the wonderful ongoing support you provide!
Amy Gadsby
Director, Human Resources - EMEA
We have worked with UK Visas for a number of years and the service that is provided is excellent.

No query is too big or too small. Always accommodating and helpful. Thank you team!
Louise Goddard
Executive Business Partner to CEO and the Board
We have worked with UK Visas for over 10 years, since we initially requested obtaining a Sponsor Licence. From day one, their guidance, communication, professionalism, efficiency and support has been and continues to be exemplary, with no request too much.

Thank you and we look forward to continuing the relationship.
Sara Searle
Head of Human Resources and Payroll
I’ve worked with UK Visas for over 6 years and always find them helpful, friendly and experts in what they do. I know I can always call them up or send them an email and I will get a detailed response, fast. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone to help and support with your visa journeys.
Gerry Weiss
HR Business Partner
We have been using UK Visas for many years and service is always expeditious, even as number of requests have increased in recent years. The team advise on a wide range of queries and are always supportive, informative and clear in their advice.
Jodie Plom
HR Administrator CVS Vets

Arrange a consultation

Contact our IAA accredited team

For more than a decade we have been assisting businesses and individuals with immigration and visa enquiries, providing sound advice and successfully handling applications.

Please submit your details via our online enquiry form and our expert team will be in touch to progress your enquiry. Alternatively, you may contact us directly on the phone number below.

[email protected]

01403 801801

Our Clients

At UK Visas, we're passionate about delivering exceptional service to our clients. We're excited to share their success stories with you and showcase our commitment to excellence.