UK Investment Visa
The UK Investment Visa is designed for wealthy people who want to make substantial investments in UK businesses. This category places more emphasis on passive investment than active business permits. The ability to make a sizable financial investment in the UK economy must be shown by applicants. Those who succeed are awarded residency, allowing them to profit from their investments and boost the national economy. It provides high-net-worth individuals with a chance to become involved in the vibrant business scene in the UK.
Requirements for Tier 1 (Investor) Visas:
- A minimum investment of £1 million is possible.
- Put £750,000 into private businesses or unit trusts (not bank accounts, real estate projects, or offshore businesses).
- Prohibition on hiring anyone other than investment managers.
- A determination to reside in the UK for at least half of the time.
- The freedom to choose how to invest the remaining £250,000.
- Meeting the requirements for English language competency.
- Proved financial stability in accordance with UK government guidelines.
Conditions for Investor Visa on Tier 1:
- Initial period of visa: three years.
- Extension requirements: Keep investment value over £1 million; transfer funds within three months of arrival in the UK; and ensure that market movements do not result in a material decline.
- Duration of extension: two years.
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After five years, eligible for Indefinite Leave to Remain (Permanent Residency).
- Permission to accompany, work, and send dependent children to school is granted to partners.
Proficiency in English Language:
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) passing is required of applicants without a degree taught in English.
- A minimum of 6.5 is required for each of the four components.
- Speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills are evaluated on the IELTS.
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Essential for people who intend to work or study in English-speaking areas.
