UK Scale-Up Worker Visa
The Scale-up route starts with qualifying sponsored employment and can provide more flexibility later than the standard Skilled Worker route.
General information only. Requirements change. The Home Office makes the final decision.
Initial sponsorship period
For the first six months, the visa holder must work for the sponsoring scale-up employer. A high salary threshold applies.
After six months
After completing the initial sponsored period, Scale-Up visa holders are no longer tied to their sponsor and can work for other employers or be self-employed.
What qualifies as a scale-up business
Scale-up employers must be approved by the Home Office and demonstrate annualized growth of at least 20% per year for three years in employees or turnover.
What you can expect from a serious review
- A route comparison based on the information provided
- A document and evidence checklist
- Clear decision points
- An explanation of what still needs official verification
- A defined next action
Frequently Asked Questions
Need help deciding what to do next?
Share your goal and a short summary of your situation. We will use it to prepare for an initial discussion. This is not an official immigration assessment.
No result is guaranteed. The value of the review is a clearer route, a better-prepared file and a more informed decision.
