Business investment opportunities in the UK and being an entrepreneur through innovator visa
by UK Immigration Law Firm in India
Published on: 09th April 2022
Reading time: Approx 5 mins
The UK is considered a preferred destination for new businesses and entrepreneurs looking to expand their business or trial new products. There are many opportunities for businesses to enter into the UK for growth, establishing a global presence and expanding their marketplace.
There are many businesses to invest in the UK, and several visa routes that have traditionally been open to investors and entrepreneurs. However, recently, the Home Office has announced a slew of changes to the Business visas to the UK.
You can visit the links given below to view more about these important updates!
But there still remain several business investment opportunities in the UK available for businesses and companies seeking expansion to the UK. Individuals can leverage the Innovator Visa route to enter the UK to set up a new business and make a UK business investment in any program of their choice.
| Stage 1 | Stage 2 |
|---|---|
| You can apply for a UK Innovator visa if you have an innovative idea, and can be converted into a scalable and viable business. This visa will allow you to do business in the UK, in the city of your choice like Birmingham, Edinburgh, London and more…
You will need an endorsement from an authorised endorsing body. Click here to view the complete list of the different UK Innovator visa endorsing bodies. |
Among other business, technology and education sectors, there are many property investment opportunities in the UK as well. Once you are in the UK on an Innovator visa, in addition to working on your business idea you can also invest in the property market in the UK. There are many business opportunities in the UK for Indian and other foreign investors and business owners as well. |
1. Interesting tech investment opportunity – 5G technology in Worcestershire
Worcestershire is the home of the UK’s first industrial focused 5G testbed and one of the most talked about business investment opportunities in the UK.
Britain is one of the leading countries when it comes to development of technology. They have many 5G testbed establishments and commercial deployments in progress.
Make the most of this opportunity!
| Topic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Investment Type | Foreign Direct Investment |
| Sector | Technology, Smart city |
The county is also a great choice of location because it is close to the Birmingham Airport, providing great air links to major UK and international locations.
The area also has access to a highly-developed network of leading centres in advanced manufacturing, including the Manufacturing Technology Centre.
Source – https://www.great.gov.uk/
2. Or consider a new higher education institute in Milton Keynes
A new higher education institute for digital economy, is created with business and for business.
Here’s a chance to become a key partner in the creation of a university in Milton Keynes.
The program offers education facilities, a conference centre, student accommodation, hotel and innovation hub and a living laboratory showcasing emerging technologies for smart urban living.
| Topic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Investment Type | Capital Investment – Real Estate |
| Sector | Green buildings, Real estate, Residential, Retail, Leisure & creative, Science & innovation) |
| Scale | £375 million |
The project is located in the centre of Miltopn Keyners, a ‘Smart City’ at the heart of the Oxford Cambridge Arc.
Source – https://www.great.gov.uk/
3. Scotland leads the way – Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District Scotland (AMIDS)
Be a part of shaping the manufacturing revolution and help shape Scotland’s emerging home of innovation and excellence.
Scotland is a cost-effective location for your business, with a range of skills and a wave of opportunities to help your business expand and grow.
Scotland has a tradition of innovation that is matched by excellent supply chain infrastructure and networks.
AMIDS is to be anchored by the £65 million, 11,000m2 National Manufacturing Institute for Scotland (NMIS), developed by the University of Strathclyde.
Both buildings are scheduled to be ready for operations in 2022.
The project is located in the centre of Miltopn Keyners, a ‘Smart City’ at the heart of the Oxford Cambridge Arc.
Source – https://www.great.gov.uk/
If you have an out-of-the-box (something that has not been introduced yet) idea that is relevant to the ecosystem of the above-mentioned programs, you can apply for a UK Innovator visa. There are many business opportunities in the UK for foreigners that enable them to live in the UK while making a substantial income.
What is the UK Innovator visa?
There are many business opportunities in the UK for foreigners. If you are looking to move to the UK for business, or to expand or establish a business with an innovative idea, contact our experts!
Our team at The SmartMove2UK has helped many clients achieve their goal of moving to the UK! We have achieved a 99% success rate, a reassuring number for a business visa applicant.
We are based in India – Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru. Our team has also been consulting clients from all around the globe via Zoom and Skype and have clients visiting our offices in Mumbai & Delhi for in-person consultations.
