UK Specialist Routes & International Visas

Global Immigration
Services

From setting up your own business in the UK to securing residency in Germany, Portugal, Spain, or New Zealand — we provide expert guidance for every global immigration route.

Innovator
Founder Visa

ILR in 3 Years · Set Up Business in UK

Are you on a PSW, Skilled Worker, or any UK visa? Or are you outside the UK and want to relocate by setting up your own business? The Innovator Founder Visa offers a direct route to build a business in the UK and secure Indefinite Leave to Remain in just 3 years.

This is ideal for individuals with a genuinely innovative, viable, and scalable business idea endorsed by an approved UK body.

Set Up Your Business in the UK

Launch an innovative, scalable business endorsed by a UK-approved endorsing body

ILR in 3 Years

Secure Indefinite Leave to Remain in just 3 years — faster than most other routes

Bring Your Family

Your partner and children can join you as dependants on this visa

No Salary Requirement

No minimum salary threshold — income comes from your business

Key Facts

Path to ILR: 3 years
Initial duration: 3 years
Endorsement required: Yes (UK approved body)
Investment: No minimum required
Work restriction: Only in your own business
Family: Partner & children as dependants
Switch from: Skilled Worker, PSW, Student & more

Already in the UK? If you're on a PSW or Skilled Worker visa, you may be able to switch to the Innovator Founder route without leaving the country. Book a free consultation to assess your eligibility.

How It Works — Step by Step

Step 1: Incorporate a UK limited company
Step 2: Apply for a Sponsor Licence for your company
Step 3: Issue a Certificate of Sponsorship to yourself
Step 4: Apply for a Skilled Worker Visa
Step 5: Live, work & grow your business in the UK
Step 6: Apply for ILR after 5 years

Important: The self-sponsorship route requires a genuine, operating business. We advise on compliance from day one to ensure your Sponsor Licence is maintained correctly.

Be Your Own
Sponsor

Self-Sponsorship Route · Set Up UK Company

On a PSW or Skilled Worker visa? Or outside the UK and planning to move by launching your own business? The Self-Sponsorship Route allows you to set up a UK limited company and sponsor yourself as a Skilled Worker — an innovative, fully legal route to live and work in the UK.

Unlike the Innovator Founder Visa, this route doesn’t require endorsement — it requires you to establish a genuine UK business that obtains a Sponsorship Licence.

Set Up a UK Limited Company

Incorporate your company in the UK and apply for a Sponsorship Licence

Sponsor Yourself

Issue a Certificate of Sponsorship to yourself as a director

Path to ILR

After 5 years on a Skilled Worker visa (self-sponsored), apply for ILR

Full Work Flexibility

Work within your own business across any role or sector

For Leaders &
Future Leaders

Global Talent Visa · No Job Offer Required

The Global Talent Visa is the most prestigious UK immigration route — designed for exceptional leaders and future leaders in academia, arts, digital technology, engineering, humanities, medicine, and sciences.

No job offer required. Freedom to work for any employer, be self-employed, or set up your own business. ILR in just 3 years for leaders in their field.

No Job Offer Needed

Full freedom to work, self-employ, or run your own business in the UK

ILR in 3 Years

For endorsed leaders — secure permanent residency in just 3 years

Eligible Fields

Science, engineering, humanities, medicine, digital tech, arts & academia

Family Included

Partner and children can accompany you and work freely in the UK

Two Endorsement Routes

EXCEPTIONAL TALENT

For individuals who have already made a significant contribution to their field and are recognised as a leader in their sector.

Exceptional Promise

For individuals who show outstanding potential to become future leaders in their field — including early-career researchers and innovators.

We guide you through the full endorsement process, prepare a compelling supporting case, and manage your complete visa application from start to finish.

New Zealand Work Visa

New Zealand offers two main pathways for skilled professionals seeking to work and settle. Choose the route that best matches your qualifications and experience — both lead to permanent residency.

OPTION 1

Straight to Residence Visa

For highly qualified professionals seeking immediate permanent residency in New Zealand without a transitional work period.

  • Minimum Bachelor's degree approved by New Zealand's relevant authority
  • English Medium certificate or recognised proof of English proficiency
  • Qualification must be assessed as comparable to NZ standards
  • Job offer in an eligible skilled occupation (in most cases)
✓ Direct path to permanent residency from day one

OPTION 2

Work to Residence Visa

For skilled professionals with work experience who wish to work in New Zealand first, then transition to permanent residency.

  • At least 3 years of relevant work experience in your field
  • Must currently have a job or confirmed job offer with an accredited employer
  • Employer must be accredited by Immigration New Zealand
⏱ Permanent residency available after 2 years

Important note: Apply for the Work to Residence Visa if you currently have a job or confirmed job offer with an accredited employer. Our team will assess which tier applies to your situation.

European Residency Routes

Explore residency pathways across Europe — from Germany’s internationally recognised job seeker visa to fast-track residency in Portugal and Spain.

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Up to 6 months to job seek

Germany Job Seeker Visa

Enter Germany to find skilled employment and transition to a work permit

Who it's for: Qualified professionals with a recognised degree or vocational qualification looking to find work in Germany
Duration: Up to 6 months to search for a job that matches your qualifications
Key requirement: University degree or recognised vocational qualification approved by German authorities
Language: German language skills are strongly recommended (B1 level or above)
Financial proof: Sufficient funds to support yourself during your job search (approx. €947/month)
After finding work: Switch to an EU Blue Card or German work permit for long-term residency
Path to PR: Permanent residency (Niederlassungserlaubnis) after 2–4 years of employment
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Residency within max 1 year

Portugal Residency

One of Europe’s most accessible and fastest residency pathways

D7 Passive Income Visa: For those with stable passive income (pension, rental income, remote work). One of Portugal's most popular routes
Digital Nomad Visa: For remote workers earning income from non-Portuguese sources — minimum €3,040/month income required
Golden Visa (Investment): Investment-based residency route with a path to citizenship in 5 years
Job Seeker Visa: Enter Portugal to find employment — valid for 120 days, extendable
Timeline: Temporary residency permit typically granted within 1 year of application
Path to PR: Permanent residency after 5 years. Citizenship after 5 years of legal residency
Why Portugal: EU travel access, favourable tax regime (NHR scheme), warm climate, and affordable cost of living
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Residency within 2 years

Spain Residency

Multiple pathways to live and work in one of Europe’s most vibrant countries

Non-Lucrative Visa: For financially independent individuals — prove you can support yourself without working in Spain (approx. €28,800/year income).
Digital Nomad Visa: For remote workers employed by foreign companies or self-employed — minimum income €2,646/month.
Golden Visa (Investment): Real estate investment of €500,000+ grants residency with family inclusion and EU travel.
Entrepreneur Visa: For those starting a business in Spain assessed as having economic interest.
Highly Qualified Professional: For skilled workers with an EU Blue Card.
Timeline: Residency permit typically granted within 1–2 years depending on the route chosen.
Path to PR: Permanent residency after 5 years. Spanish citizenship after 10 years.