Overview
A clear path through Start-up Visa (Innovator Founder).
Now consolidated into the Innovator Founder route, this visa is for entrepreneurs launching a new, innovative, viable and scalable business in the UK, endorsed by an approved body.
We help refine the business plan, secure endorsement, and prepare the visa application — including unsponsored work alongside the venture.
Who it's for
Is this the right route for you?
- Founders with a credible UK-bound business proposition
Eligibility
Are you eligible?
- Endorsement from an approved body
- Innovative, viable and scalable business idea
- English language at B2 level
Documents
What you'll need to prepare.
- Innovator Founder endorsement letter
- Business plan and supporting financials
- English language evidence at B2
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 £1,191 plus IHS. Endorsement fees vary by body. Our professional fees from £2,750.
Typical Home Office processing: ~3 weeks.
Watch-outs
Common pitfalls to avoid.
- Endorsement criteria are demanding — pitch quality matters
Why Tide
A safer pair of hands for your application.
We are a boutique UK immigration practice. Every Start-up Visa (Innovator Founder) 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.