Last updated 2026-07-23
Innovator founder visa to United Kingdom for citizens of the Philippines
Startup founder visa, Entrepreneur visa, Business founder, Startup visa
Visa overview
Designed for entrepreneurs looking to establish or run a business in the UK. Applicants need an endorsement from an approved UK endorsing body, a viable business idea, and must meet English language requirements. Innovator visas are usually for experienced business people with significant investment. These visas can lead to long-term residency and business growth in the UK.
Eligible individuals
Innovator founder, businessman, entrepreneur, investor
Time frames and cost
Documents
Mandatory
Supporting
Additional
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Requirements
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.
Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.
Valid permanent resident status or proof thereof; all preliminary procedures for visa application have been completed.
Visa Information
English international
Type of visa
Work visa
Category
Innovator founder visa
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