Self-Sponsorship Route: 
3-Step Plan for Non-UK Resident Company Formation

Live outside of the UK? We'll help you incorporate business in the UK and settle with your family with ease at a fixed cost and no frustration/headache 

Self Sponsorship 
Basic

£20,000 + VAT

This package includes your Sponsor licence and visa application support. There are many additional steps you need to take besides this and would only recommend this option if you already have a strong business network in place in the UK to support with the additional elements.

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Simplifying the process to Open UK Company as a Non-Resident with our 
no-hassle fully comprehensive support packages

Self sponsorship can be a complex and difficult route to working in the UK if you are managing the process by yourself. The stakes are high – even an innocent administration error on any element of your protracted application can set back your plans by many months. At A Y & J Solicitors we have developed a unique and most comprehensive package to ensure our clients have peace of mind they are giving themselves the best possible chance of a successful application. Please note Government Visa fees are payable additionally to your package cost.

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Live outside the UK? We’ll help you open a company in the UK and settle with your family with ease, at a fixed cost and with no frustration

Step 1

  • You will be assigned a dedicated and experienced Self-Sponsorship Specialist to handle your case. 

  • We will facilitate the incorporation of your UK business, including registering with HMRC and obtaining the necessary documents for a Sponsor Licence (e.g., PAYE registration, VAT registration, and employers' liability insurance). 

  • We will assist you in appointing the Authorising Officer and Level 1 user for the Sponsor Licence application.

We will assist you with setting up your UK company

  • We will prepare a representation outlining the reasons for your company's need for a Sponsor Licence and assist in setting up an HR compliance system for your application.

  • We will assist in obtaining a Sponsor Licence for your UK business and provide advice on all mandatory documents. 

  • We will appoint ourselves as the Level 1 representative and Level 1 user on the company's Sponsorship Management System (SMS).

Get Sponsor Licence to Gain the Ability to Sponsor Workers from Overseas in the UK

Step 2

Step 3

  • We will assist in obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship and prepare and submit your Skilled Worker Visa application, including up to two dependents (if applicable).
     
  • We will provide mock training for a potential Home Office interview (if applicable).

Get UK Skilled Worker Visa Approved

Start or bring your business
to the UK with ease

Gain peace of mind and avoid visa cancellation

Work with a team of immigration law experts

3-step Migration Plan with Self Sponsorship Route

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We Make the Self-Sponsorship UK Process Easy

At A Y & J Solicitors in London, we’ve helped thousands of new and experienced business owners move to the UK from around the world. We have a deep understanding of the typical and the extraordinary challenges that come along with your visa application for self-sponsorship UK - and we know how to mitigate them. We’ve assembled the most comprehensive package of support possible which takes care of every element for you. From opening your UK bank account, to sourcing your authorising officer, we help you overcome the obstacles that can prove incredibly difficult for people to manage alone when coming from overseas. We walk you through step by step, showing you how to self-sponsor a work visa in the UK. Instead of risking this tricky journey alone, let our lawyers take the weight off your shoulders, so you can rest easy knowing you’ll be able to bring your business (and your family) to the UK with expert support to guide you.

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UK Self Sponsorship Route

Eligibility Requirements

1. Genuine Business Intent: You must intend to establish or take over a business in the UK.
2. Business Start-up and First Year Costs: Be prepared to fund start-up costs from £25,000. Total estimated funds required for the first year are approximately £150,000, depending on business type and salary allocations.
3. English Language Proficiency: CEFR B1 level is required, which can be demonstrated through various acceptable means.
4. Relevant Skills and Experience: You must possess transferable skills and qualifications relevant to the business.

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£35,000 + VAT

This package includes your Sponsor licence and visa application support. There are many additional steps you need to take besides this and would only recommend this option if you already have a strong business network in place in the UK to support with the additional elements.

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Self Sponsorship 
Premium

Most Popular

£30,000 + VAT

This package includes your Sponsor licence and visa application support. There are many additional steps you need to take besides this and would only recommend this option if you already have a strong business network in place in the UK to support with the additional elements.

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Self Sponsorship 
Comprehensive

The self sponsorship process is extensive and you will require support in many different areas to ensure compliance and to maximise your chances of success. Here is a full breakdown of what’s included in our comprehensive package and how it compares to other services.

Support you will require

Provided by A Y & J specialist self sponsorship service?

Typically provided by alternative immigration service providers

Opening a Business Bank Account

Recruiting Key Personnel for Sponsor License

Setting Up Sponsor License Compliance System

Preparing Sponsor License Application

Managing Compliance visit from the Home Office

Preparing Certificate of Sponsorship Application

Preparing Skilled Worker Visa Application

Preparing for the Home Office Interview

Unlimited Legal Advice and Services throughout

Support to challenge potential refusals at no extra cost (wherever possible)

Website creation (wherever necessary)

Business Plan (wherever necessary)

Registration with the HMRC for PAYE and VAT 

Strategic partner support (for office hire etc.)

HR Management Software System for ongoing compliance

Sponsor Licence Compliance Training


Key benefits of taking the Self-Sponsorship Route

1. Settlement and Citizenship: Potential for permanent residency in 5 years and subsequent British citizenship.
2. Family Inclusion: 
Spouses, partners, and children under 18 can accompany the entrepreneur.
3. Business Flexibility: 
Applicable to any business type, offering significant entrepreneurial freedom.
4. No Minimum Investment: 
This route does not require a specific investment amount.
5. No Job Creation Requirement: 
This increases route accessibility.
6. Assured Stability: 
Reduces concerns about visa cancellation.
7. Geographical Advantage: 
The UK’s central location offers easy access to the Middle East, South-East Asia (i.e. India, Pakistan, China etc), the USA, and Europe.
8. Free Education and Healthcare: 
Access to free education for children and free healthcare under the NHS.
9. High Quality of Life: 
Developed infrastructure, better justice system, and enhanced safety and security.


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Self-Sponsorship Route: A 3-Step Plan for Non-UK Residents to 
Set up a Company

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Start Your Self-Sponsorship Success — Connect with the experts now for a seamless application journey!

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Free case evaluation

All new clients receive a free case evaluation with our team to help them understand their legal issues and to determine whether we are right for each other.

1-Hour case consultation 

During the consultation the client and lawyer develop a roadmap for the success resolution of the case.


Case management 

The client case is handLed with an extreme focus on the client’s needs and how to most effectively and efficiently meet those needs and goals for the case.



Open a Limited Company in UK as a Non-resident with Self Sponsorship Route

High-Value Pathway with Guaranteed Success and Minimal Effort and Time

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Unlock Your Dream Outcome: The UK Self-Sponsorship Visa serves as a bridge to a future where your entrepreneurial spirit thrives in one of the world's most dynamic business environments.

Autonomy: Gain the freedom to direct your business without needing a traditional UK sponsor.
Flexibility: Bypass the stringent requirements of the Innovator and Start-up visas.
Opportunity: Access the UK market and bring your unique business vision to life.
Designed for Determined Entrepreneurs: Eliminates the need for an endorsing body, broadening your success horizon by not requiring your business idea to be entirely novel or unique.
Streamlined Process: Compared to other visa routes, the self-sponsorship process is efficient, with every step from company registration to obtaining your visa designed to avoid unnecessary delays.

Minimized Bureaucratic Hurdles to Open a Limited Company in UK Hassle-FREE

Focuses your efforts on what truly matters—growing your business, making it an investment in your autonomy.

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Time Delay: Your journey to the UK doesn't have to be a distant dream. Compared to other visa routes, the self-sponsorship process is streamlined for efficiency. From company registration to obtaining your visa, every step is clear and achievable, designed to get you to your goal without unnecessary delays.
 
Effort and Sacrifice: Yes, opening a company in a new country requires dedication. However, this visa minimizes the bureaucratic hurdles and the need for external endorsement, focusing your efforts on what truly matters to you. The investment in your future through the UK Self-Sponsorship Visa is an investment in your autonomy, reducing the sacrifice of navigating through more complex visa options

 
Your Future Starts Now: With the UK Self-Sponsorship Visa, your register your company in UK dream doesn't just have to be a vision; it can be your reality. This visa offers a unique combination of accessibility, opportunity, and potential for growth, making it an invaluable tool for any entrepreneur looking to make their mark in the UK. Start your journey today, and unlock the door to a future filled with possibilities.

Path to Setup Company in the UK

UK Self-Sponsorship Visa Route

The UK Self-Sponsorship visa is an ingenious visa route that allows you to come and settle in The United Kingdom to work for your own company without the requirement of having a “UK Sponsor.” This route is an ideal alternative for several conventional visa routes including the Innovator visa and the Start-up visa.

While the Innovator visa is for seasoned entrepreneurs looking to launch a new company in The UK and the Start-up visa is for first-time business owners who want to launch a company in The UK, both have their own limitations.

Both the Innovator visa and Start-up visa demand your business to be fresh and unique, completely different from anything else on the market. Moreover, your business or business idea has to be endorsed by an approved body, also known as an ‘endorsing body’.

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