UK RESIDENCY & CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT
- Tier 1 Investor — Invest in the UK economy
£2 m / £5 m / £10 m Investment options - Innovator visa — Set up a business in the UK
Minimum Investments
starting from £50,000 - Bespoke solutions and comprehensive service
- A dedicated lawyer throughout your case
Most efficient routes to UK settlement
UK immigration rules are designed to attract genuine investors and experienced entrepreneurs to invest in or start a business in the UK, relocating their family and starting the journey to UK Citizenship.
The Tier 1 (Investor)
The Tier 1 (Investor) is a passive investment program, designed for high-net-worth individuals with access to at least £2,000,000. A substantial investment can be made into share capital or loan capital in active trading UK companies.
The initial visa is granted for 3 years and 4 months (or 3 years if processed in the UK) and can be extended for a further 2 years. Eligibility for permanent settlement (Indefinite Leave to Remain) is after 5 years of holding a Tier 1 (Investor) visa and demonstrating that a £2m investment has been maintained in accordance with requirements. Accelerated settlement is available and dependent on the amount of invested capital – £10m leads to ILR after 2 years, or £5m for ILR in 3 years.
Innovator visa
The Innovator visa category was introduced in March 2019 as a replacement to the Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) route. The Innovator visa route is aimed at experienced entrepreneurs seeking to set up or run a business in the UK.
With some exceptions, applicants should have access to at least £50,000 to invest in their business. Under this route, applicants are required to demonstrate an innovative, viable and scalable business idea which is supported by an endorsing body. The initial visa granted is for 3 years, and can be extended for a further 3 years. Migrants would be eligible for permanent residence, Indefinite Leave to Remain in 5 years, and for citizenship after 6 years after initial entry to the United Kingdom.
Tier 1 (Investor)
Innovator visa
| £2,000,000 |
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| Estimated visa application processing time (depends on complexity of your case) in 3–4 weeks. |
| Eligibility for ILR after 5 years. |
| Eligibility for Citizenship after 6 years. |
| £5,000,000 |
| Accelerated permanent residence options available when investing £5,000,000 or £10,000,000. |
There is no requirement to own or operate a business. |
| Estimated visa application processing time (depends on complexity of your case) in 3–4 weeks. |
| Eligibility for ILR after 3 years. |
| Eligibility for Citizenship after 5 years. |
| £10,000,000 |
| Accelerated permanent residence options available when investing £5,000,000 or £10,000,000. |
There is no requirement to own or operate a business. |
| Estimated visa application processing time (depends on complexity of your case) in 3–4 weeks. |
| Eligibility for ILR after 2 years. |
| Eligibility for Citizenship after 5 years. |
| More information |
| £2,000,000 | £5,000,000 | £10,000,000 |
| Accelerated permanent residence options available when investing £5,000,000 or £10,000,000. | ||
There is no requirement to own or operate a business. | ||
| Estimated visa application processing time (depends on complexity of your case) in 3–4 weeks. | Estimated visa application processing time (depends on complexity of your case) in 3–4 weeks. | Estimated visa application processing time (depends on complexity of your case) in 3–4 weeks. |
| Eligibility for ILR after 5 years. | Eligibility for ILR after 3 years. | Eligibility for ILR after 2 years. |
| Eligibility for Citizenship after 6 years. | Eligibility for Citizenship after 5 years. | Eligibility for Citizenship after 5 years. |
| More information | ||
| £50,000 |
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| Estimated visa application processing time (depends on complexity of your case) in 3–4 weeks. |
| Eligibility for ILR after 5 years. |
| Citizenship after 6 years. |
| More information |
| Tier 1 (Investor) | Innovator visa | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| £2,000,000 | £5,000,000 | £10,000,000 | £50,000 |
| Accelerated permanent residence options available when investing £5,000,000 or £10,000,000. | |||
There is no requirement to own or operate a business. |
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| Estimated visa application processing time (depends on complexity of your case) in 3–4 weeks. | Estimated visa application processing time (depends on complexity of your case) in 3–4 weeks. | Estimated visa application processing time (depends on complexity of your case) in 3–4 weeks. | Estimated visa application processing time (depends on complexity of your case) in 3-4 weeks. |
| Eligibility for ILR after 5 years. | Eligibility for ILR after 3 years. | Eligibility for ILR after 2 years. | Eligibility for ILR after 5 years. |
| Eligibility for Citizenship after 6 years. | Eligibility for Citizenship after 5 years. | Eligibility for Citizenship after 5 years. | Citizenship after 6 years. |
| More information | More information | ||
Benefits of UK Citizenship
UK immigration by investment programs are now the fastest growing area of immigration law globally, as more people believe that second citizenship leading to permanent residency is a desirable and vital part of having global freedom, privacy and security. UK citizenship is permanent, transferable to descendants and a true investment into generations to come.
A British passport puts the world at the fingertips of its holder, providing access to 170 countries worldwide. The UK boasts enormous entrepreneurial spirit and an incredibly desirable standard of living including free healthcare with the NHS, top-class education including Oxford University and an infrastructure rivalling that of anywhere else in the world.
Journey to UK citizenship
Live, work and study in the UK immediately after acquiring residency
Visa-free travel worldwide
Over 170 countries, including USA & EU, once UK Citizenship obtained
The entire family are eligible
Immediate family members, spouses and children under the age of 18
Insurance policy
Security and a high standard of living
Citizenship valid for life
Transferable to descendants
World-leading education
The highest standard of schooling, from primary schools to top-rated universities
Dual citizenship
The UK allows for dual citizenship
Favourable tax regime
Non-domiciled tax for residents in the UK
Visa-free travel to 170 countries worldwide
Global visa-free travel without visa applications and restrictions. Enhance your travel mobility with a UK passport — get visa-free access worldwide, including in the EU. Go on a last-minute business trip or take your family on a spontaneous holiday in Europe.
Obtain full insights into the UK Citizenship by Investment Program
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UK Visa & Citizenship Acquisition Process
UK Immigration services are covered by our business partner, Astons Law. Authorised and registered by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), Astons Law have an established reputation of successfully delivering expert legal advice and representation in all aspects of UK immigration law.
With over 30 years of expertise in UK Immigration and an extensive comprehension of the complex Home Office rules and policies, Astons Law have an established reputation for effective and efficient management and processing of visa applications, visa extensions and permanent residency and citizenship acquisition.
5–6 years
Processing time
EU Citizenship
Become an EU Citizen - Freedom To Live, Work or Study in the EU & UK only in 180 days
Caribbean Citizenship
Caribbean Citizenship by Investment - A quick and affordable way to visa-free travel worldwide
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Caribbean CIP Comparison
Passport in 2(3) months
Minimum Investment – $100,000
Visa free travel to 160 countries
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Antigua and Barbuda- Passport in 3(4) months
- Minimum Investment – $100,000
- Visa free travel to 140 countries
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Saint Kitts & Nevis- Passport in 45-60 days
- Minimum Investment – $150,000
- Visa free travel to 156 countries
