Extending Your UK Investor Visa: A Brief Overview
As your initial UK Investor visa approaches expiration, you can consider an extension. The criteria for eligibility hinges on the initial visa grant date:
- Before 6 November 2014
- Between 6 November 2014 and 28 March 2019
- On or after 29 March 2019
Applications for further extensions as a Tier 1 Investor are open until 17 February 2026.
Extensions for Visas Granted Before 6 November 2014
If your initial UK Investor visa was granted before this date, extension requirements include:
- Demonstrating a UK-based capital of no less than £1 million.
- Investing a minimum of £750,000 in the UK through government bonds, share or loan capital in operational UK companies, barring major property investments.
- Ensuring the investment was made within specific timelines after entering the UK or receiving the Tier 1 Investor status.
- Maintaining this investment level throughout the duration of your stay.
Applications for this category should have been submitted by 6 April 2020.
Extensions for Visas Granted Between 6 November 2014 and 28 March 2019
For visas from this period, extension eligibility requires:
- A minimum investment of £2 million in the UK via government bonds, share or loan capital in functional UK companies.
- Adherence to stipulated investment timelines post entry or Tier 1 Investor status grant.
- Consistent investment level maintenance during your stay.
For those invested in UK Government bonds, apply before 6 April 2023 or relocate your qualifying investments before this date.
Extensions for Visas Granted On or After 29 March 2019
For visas granted during this period, extension qualifications involve:
- A minimum of £2 million invested in active UK companies via share or loan capital.
- Following specific timelines for making the investments.
- Sustaining the level of investment throughout your stay.
Depending on your individual situation, exact extension requirements may vary. We recommend seeking expert immigration advice for clarity.
Discussing Your UK Investor Visa Extension
Engage with our experienced investment immigration solicitors at Highwood Solicitors. Reach us at +44 (0) 1206523714 or use our inquiry form.
Ideal Extension Application Timing
It’s advised to apply for your UK Investor visa extension no earlier than one month before the expiry of your current leave to avoid potential settlement shortfalls. Consult an immigration solicitor to ensure the precise timing of your application.
Expected Application Processing Time
Using UK Visa & Immigration’s standard service, a decision is typically reached within 8 weeks. For priority services, decisions usually come within 5 days post the UKVCAS appointment.
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Highwood Solicitors: Your Trusted Partner
The Immigration Rules mandate rigorous document requirements for UK Investor visa extensions. Seek advice from our adept immigration solicitors to guarantee an impeccably presented and technically sound application.
Highwood Solicitors is esteemed as a top UK immigration firm for Investor visa applicants. Our numerous accolades and affiliations testify to our unmatched service quality.
Our solicitors, in collaboration with investors, wealth advisors, and top banks, ensure the submission of top-tier extension applications. Comprehending the multifaceted Home Office Immigration Rules is our specialty.
Our commitment to understanding and addressing our client’s needs defines us. At Highwood Solicitors, our goal is to offer transparent, dependable immigration counsel in a professional and amiable manner.