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Innovator Visa/Start Up Visa

1. Set up and run a new business that is unique from the existing market
2. Your business idea has been endorsed by an approved endorsing body
3. You meet the eligibility requirements:
4. New, innovative business, viable with potential for growth
5. Must be able to speak read, write, and understand English; proof needed
6. Innovator Visa can stay for 3 years after either coming on Innovator visa or switching to another visa while in UK;
7. Can apply for extension for another 3 years before expiration; unlimited renewals
8. Can apply for Settlement once you have been in YUK for more than 3 years
9. Can include a partner and children in application to stay in the UK if they are eligible.

While the Start Up and Innovator Visa are similar in requirements and eligibility, Start up Visa is for 2 years and is non extensible; whereas Innovator visa is issued for 3 years and is extensible indefinitely.

With a Start Up visa, you can work in another job, as well as working for your business.

You can also switch to another from some other visa categories.

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