United Kingdom · Business & Investor

Tier 1 Entrepreneur — closed/legacy information

The Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) route is closed to new applicants. Existing holders can apply for extensions and settlement based on job creation rules.

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

Existing Tier 1 Entrepreneur visa holders applying for settlement.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • Invested minimum £200,000 or £50,000 in UK business
  • Created at least 2 full-time jobs for settled workers for minimum 12 months
Process

How the process works

  1. Submit ILR application showing full RTI payroll records and job creation
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • RTI payroll submissions, employee contracts, proof of settled worker status
Good to know

What to keep in mind

New applicants should apply under the Innovator Founder visa route.

Official source: GOV.UK — Tier 1 Entrepreneur. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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