UK Scale-up Visa: Unlock Your Potential with Linleite Law
The UK Scale-up Visa is designed for talented individuals who are recruited by a UK Scale-up Sponsor and possess the skills essential for driving the growth of a scale-up business. To be eligible, you must have a highly skilled job offer from a qualifying scale-up business at the required salary level. This visa not only opens doors to career advancement but also offers a pathway to settlement in the UK, allowing you to bring your partner and dependent children along with you.
What is the UK Scale-up Visa?
The UK Scale-up Visa is tailored for professionals who can contribute to the rapid growth of innovative UK businesses. It offers two distinct application routes:
Sponsored Application Route: For first-time applicants, where sponsorship by a qualifying UK Scale-up business is required.
Unsponsored Application Route: Available only to those who have already been granted permission as a UK Scale-up Worker.
Linleite Law provides expert guidance on both application routes, ensuring that your application process is smooth and successful.
Requirements for a UK Scale-up Visa – Sponsored Application
To qualify for a UK Scale-up Visa via the Sponsored Application route, you must meet the following criteria:
Age: You must be 18 years or older.
Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS): You need a valid CoS from a qualifying Scale-up sponsor for your intended job.
Genuine Job Offer: The job must be genuine and meet the required skill level, as specified in the SOC 2020 occupation codes.
Salary: Your salary must meet or exceed £36,300 per year and the 'going rate' for your specific occupation code.
English Language Proficiency: You must demonstrate English language proficiency to at least CEFR Level B1 (equivalent to IELTS 4.0).
Financial Stability: You need to show that you can support yourself financially without relying on public funds.
TB Certificate: If required, you must provide a valid TB certificate.
Requirements for a UK Scale-up Visa – Unsponsored Application
For the Unsponsored Application route, you must satisfy the following conditions:
Age: You must be 18 years or older.
Previous Permission: You must have previously been granted permission as a Scale-up Worker.
PAYE Earnings: You must have had monthly PAYE earnings in the UK equivalent to at least £36,300 per year (or the adjusted rates if your most recent permission was granted between 12 April 2023 and 3 April 2024, or before 11 April 2023) during at least 50% of your most recent grant of permission.
English Language Proficiency: You must demonstrate English language proficiency to at least CEFR Level B1 (equivalent to IELTS 4.0).
Financial Stability: You need to show that you can support yourself financially without relying on public funds.
TB Certificate: If required, you must provide a valid TB certificate.
Given the specific and detailed requirements, consulting with an immigration lawyer can provide invaluable assistance in navigating the process.
How Linleite Law Can Assist You
At Linleite Law, we specialize in helping clients successfully navigate the UK Scale-up Visa application process, whether through the Sponsored or Unsponsored route. Our team of experienced immigration lawyers is dedicated to providing clear, reliable advice tailored to your unique circumstances.
Expert Guidance: We help you understand and meet all the necessary criteria for your UK Scale-up Visa application.
Comprehensive Support: From securing a Certificate of Sponsorship to demonstrating compliance with UKVI requirements, we support you every step of the way.
Tailored Solutions: Whether you're applying for the first time or transitioning to the Unsponsored route, we ensure that your application is robust and meets all legal requirements.
At Linleite Law, we pride ourselves on being approachable, proactive, and committed to understanding and fulfilling our clients’ needs. Our goal is to make your journey to living and working in the UK as straightforward and successful as possible.