Overview
A clear path through Scale-up Visa.
The Scale-up route lets authorised high-growth UK businesses recruit overseas talent quickly, with the worker becoming unsponsored after the first 6 months.
We help businesses qualify as Scale-up sponsors and individuals secure and extend Scale-up status.
Who it's for
Is this the right route for you?
- High-growth UK businesses and the talent they recruit
Eligibility
Are you eligible?
- Sponsor is an authorised scale-up
- Salary at or above £36,300
- Role at RQF Level 6 or above
Documents
What you'll need to prepare.
- Scale-up CoS
- Evidence of role at RQF Level 6+
- English language at B1
Process
How we work, step by step.
- 1
Initial consultation
We assess your situation, eligibility and the strongest route forward.
- 2
Document strategy
We prepare a tailored evidence bundle and resolve weak points before submission.
- 3
Application & submission
Your case is filed precisely, with every requirement triple-checked.
- 4
Decision & next steps
We monitor progress, respond to requests, and guide you through the outcome.
Fees & timelines
Transparent, fixed-fee pricing.
Home Office fee from £822 plus IHS. Our professional fees from £1,500.
Typical Home Office processing: ~3 weeks.
Watch-outs
Common pitfalls to avoid.
- Sponsors must meet growth thresholds for turnover or staffing
Why Tide
A safer pair of hands for your application.
We are a boutique UK immigration practice. Every Scale-up Visa case is led by a senior specialist — never delegated to a junior caseworker. We are candid about your prospects, strategic about your evidence, and quietly relentless on your behalf.