UK Residency
Programme
The UK Residency by Investment Programme offers two key pathways for entrepreneurs and skilled professionals: the UK Expansion Worker visa, to establish a branch of your overseas business in the UK, and the UK Self-Sponsored visa, to live and work independently without an employer.
Other Benefits
A strategic route to residency, business growth, and long-term opportunities in one of the world’s leading economies.
Establish a UK Branch
Set up a branch of your overseas business in the UK, expanding your market presence and opportunities.
Wide Range of Occupations
The visa covers a wide range of eligible occupations, offering diverse opportunities for applicants.
Pathway to Residency
The visa provides a pathway to residency in the UK, allowing you to live and work in the country.
Sponsor Certificate
Your employer (sponsor) provides a certificate of sponsorship, simplifying the application process.
Competitive Salaries
A minimum salary of £45,800 per year, or the “going rate” for your job, ensuring competitive compensation.
Dynamic Business Landscape
Benefit from being a part of the UK’s dynamic and thriving business landscape.
Family Included
Your partner and children can accompany you to the UK and have opportunities to support themselves during their stay.
Process Timeline — UK Expansion Worker Visa
Eligibility Assessment of Overseas Parent Company
UK Sponsor Licence Application Submission
Sponsor Licence Approval & Certificate of Sponsorship Issuance
Visa Application Submission
Biometrics & Supporting Document Verification
Visa Decision & Entry to the UK to Establish Operations
Process Timeline — UK Self-Sponsored Visa
Business Incorporation in the UK
Apply for UK Sponsor Licence
Sponsor Licence Approval
Assign Certificate of Sponsorship to Yourself
Skilled Worker Visa Application & Biometrics
Visa Approval & Relocation to the UK to Operate Your Business
Cost Comparison — Both Pathways
| Cost Component | UK Expansion Worker Visa | UK Self-Sponsored Visa (Skilled Worker) |
|---|---|---|
| Company Formation | Not required (overseas parent company required) | £50–£300 (basic UK company incorporation) |
| Sponsor Licence Fee | £536 (small) / £1,476 (medium/large) | |
| Certificate of Sponsorship | £239 | |
| Immigration Skills Charge | Not applicable | £364 per year (small) / £1,000 per year (medium/large) |
| Visa Application Fee | £298 (up to 12 months) / £719 (up to 2 years) | £719 (up to 3 years) / £1,420 (over 3 years) |
| Immigration Health Surcharge | £1,035 per year | |
| Additional Costs | Legal, documentation, expansion setup costs | Legal, compliance, and business operational costs |
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom captivates with its rich history, cultural vibrancy, and global significance — from the iconic landmarks of London, including the grandeur of Buckingham Palace and the majesty of the River Thames, to the enchanting countryside landscapes of Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
It is a land where historic castles stand alongside modern architectural marvels, where literary heritage comes alive in charming towns, and where diverse communities contribute to a dynamic and inclusive society — embracing tradition while forging ahead in research, business, and the arts.
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Everything You Need to Know
It is a visa that allows individuals to live and work in the UK without needing an employer to sponsor them. Applicants demonstrate they can support themselves financially.
There are a wide range of eligible jobs for the Expansion Worker visa across a variety of industries. Many of these jobs are also eligible under other Global Business Mobility visas. A full list of eligible jobs for Global Mobility visas, including UK expansion workers, can be found on the Gov.uk website.
The genuine job requirement means the job you are planning to do in the UK must be a real and legitimate position that matches your skill level and qualifications — not a sham or fictitious job created solely for the purpose of obtaining a visa. UK authorities assess whether the job offer is genuine and meets the requirements of the visa category.
Common documents include proof of funds, accommodation details, passport, English proficiency evidence, and a personal plan for supporting yourself.
Eligibility depends on factors such as sufficient personal funds, proof of accommodation, and a viable plan to sustain yourself in the UK.
Ready to Secure Your UK Residency?
Speak with our Dubai-based advisory team about the UK Expansion Worker or Self-Sponsored visa pathways — in confidence, with no obligation.