How to Switch UK Graduate Visa to Self Sponsorship Visa

If you're considering relocating to the UK to establish your own business through self-sponsorship, there are a couple of key factors to consider.
Firstly, you must be genuinely committed to launching and running a business in the UK.
Secondly, you'll need to have sufficient funds to kickstart your business and sustain yourself during the initial phases. Like Visa fees, IHS fees, tenancy fees etc
Additionally, keep in mind that navigating the visa application process for self-sponsorship requires expert legal advice and meticulous paperwork.
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[@poojaprajapati9589]

Thank you so much ☺️ I’m gonna do the same now 🙏🏻

[@alaishakaishyap9062]

Great Video 👍Can I please request you to make a video on the fees paid in total as Mentioned in the Video, that you would make a separate video for it. Thankyou in advance.Cheers

[@mohammedayaf1122]

Mashaallah ..May Allah bless you for this

[@Deswalinlondon]

Really Informative and genuine video. Good luck to both of you❤

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Thank you so much 😁

[@CeylonPowerholdings]

nice informative video

[@user-vk3vt1ej9d]

Very informative video..

[@Gowthuvlog]

Very informative

[@NidaAsim-bg5vc]

1) I am on a Skilled Worker visa in the UK. If my brother is the director of a company and someone else who is British is the authorized officer, can I apply for a self-sponsorship visa through that company? 2) Are there any tax, HMRC, or other responsibilities for the authorized officer? 3) Will the new salary threshold apply to me if I am already in the UK on the old Skilled Worker route?

[@kaleemabbas8372]

True information

[@ADITLSeries]

Brilliant

[@preciousplatter]

Nice information

[@bh8ti]

Can the person on this visa bring his/her partner and kids over age of 18? Is the requirement of bringing partner is same as skilled visa Salary threshold?

[@steffawong4297]

Thanks for the video! Very helpful, can I ask a question about authorising office, can that British person have another full time job else where? Thanks!

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Yes, Its same like He is running his own business and doing job.

[@mehraarsh395]

kya self sponser visa may hum study v kr skta hai

[@user-iq3jx8pu4e]

Nice work

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Thanks for the visit

[@MS-pw2it]

What was the total overall cost?

[@tanvychowdhury9013]

Great video... God bless u. If the restaurant business is in loss for a year. And we need skilled workers to get it in profit then can we apply for a sponsor license? We have a corporate bank account in Tide. It's not a registered bank. Will 12 month statement of TIDE good for application? Or we need a high street bank ? We have submitted signed accounts last year as well. We have a three star hygiene Rating on score on the Door. Are we good ?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

While a loss for a year isn't ideal, it doesn't automatically disqualify you. However, the UK Vis and Immigration (UKVI) will assess your financial viability. Having a clear plan demonstrating how the skilled worker will contribute to profitability is crucial. Show projections and strategies to improve the business. The UKVI prefers statements from a reputable high-street bank. While Tide statements might be accepted, consult an immigration lawyer to confirm its validity for your application. Signed accounts from a registered accountant can strengthen your case.

[@michaelbankole6267]

Thanks for this info. For the purpose of Authorising officer, Can i bring a british national as director on sole proprietorship or the company must be a partnership or private limited coy?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

It is not explicitly stated that the company must be a partnership or private limited company. However, the Authorising Officer cannot be a contractor or consultant contracted for a specific project

[@omolemomolema8364]

This is an eye opening, I thought that you have to have a lot of money to open your own company in the Uk

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Yes, its possible with small funds. If your business model is genuine its all possible...

[@kanwalmurtaza789]

Mjhe b guid kro uk jana mne bhi

[@user-xp5ho3jx1s]

You don’t need lot of money to open but continue ur business you must have huge amounts of money

[@coderite]

so how does the salary requirement work..if i start the business with 10000pounds and salary requirements is 38700 , wont there be questions of how do i intend to pay the salary

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Your monthly Gross salary will be £3225, The business which you have started must be generating revenue and you will pay wages from it. That is why, I always say only jump on this boat, once you are 99% sure that the business plan will work.

[@ronakaahangamage1923]

May I know a little bit about the compliance visit, did the home office come before or after the sponsor visa was granted?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Before, but its less likely to get visit if you use priority service. I will be uploading a video on how to get priority service in 2-3 days, which will guide you.

[@higrammer]

I really appreciate it if you answer this question: so the role of British citizen is to sign the cos or licence?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Company Director / owner will apply for the sponsor licence and they can appoint AO, but the Authorising Officer plays a critical role in a UK Sponsor Licence. If I break it down that might help you to explain in detail, cuz looks like you are AO, so you should know all this : Overall Responsibility: They are the most senior person within the organization responsible for: Recruiting migrant workers. Ensuring the organization complies with all Sponsor Licence duties. Compliance Oversight: They are responsible for making sure the organization adheres to immigration regulations and Sponsor Licence requirements. This includes: Implementing a system for checking migrant worker eligibility. Maintaining proper records and reporting. Upholding HR policies that comply with sponsorship duties. Management of Sponsorship Management System (SMS): They oversee the activities of individuals using the SMS, which is the online tool for managing the Sponsor Licence. This likely involves: Granting access to authorized personnel. Monitoring their actions to ensure compliance. In essence, the Authorising Officer acts as the central figure for Sponsor Licence management and ensures the organization operates as a responsible sponsor for migrant workers. The AO can also be the director of the company or can be on salary too. Hope this explanation helps.

[@sandramzimbani335]

Wow this is uplifting. Have been looking for such content. Is it possible to switch from a skilled worker visa to get to self sponsor visa. I am really interested

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Yes, you can do that. However, consider why you'd want to take this route. Perhaps it's better to fulfill the five-year visa requirement and then apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). Of course, if you have a truly solid business idea with the potential to improve your financial situation, then starting a business might be an option. This route can be expensive if the business plan doesn't succeed, so weigh the risks and benefits carefully.

[@sandramzimbani335]

@@UKknowledgeGuru thank you for your response. I have many reasons why lm considering this pathway . I suppose thorough research will help

[@syedhaque4320]

Hi, I don’t have any academic IT background but I have Digital Marketing Certificate (from Google.), does it okay? I want to start my Digital Marketing Agency business in UK. Do I need a physical office? Or, I can use my home address as well with new Agreement with the landlord?

[@DoctorBabee]

yes. you can

[@Zusama-ow8er]

I am doing an ecommerce business on my ltd company and getting good sales on eBay and Shopify. Is it possible to get a sponsorship licence on that company ?

[@taimormustafa]

Helo bro I also open my company i Did not get any sales on Shopify can you guide me how can iget sales on Shopify

[@mypersonal2022]

Good Morning your video is very informative. Thank you for making it. I have a question, could you please help me with it. I have my brother who is trained chef working in restaurant business from last 5 years. Now he wants to open his fast food business in UK, can he go for business how Meghna did. Or is there any other way, can you please advise. Thank you.

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Yes, Its possible. Do you have any friend or family member in UK who is British National ?

[@sreenivassunkara6701]

Can Self Sponsor Holder, Can Work anywhere in UK ?

[@Xxxx56224]

What's your brother name

[@rajeshchinappa9632]

Hello , It’s possible from Skilled work visa , can I apply self sponsored visa

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Yes, she got the sponsor licence then applied for the Skilled Worker Visa

[@BlockchainDeFiLover]

Hi there, Good conversations! But can a self-sponsored visa holder study in a UK university while living in the UK?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

No, a self-sponsored visa is not the right visa for studying in a UK university. There is no visa category in the UK called "self-sponsored" for this purpose. To study in the UK, you will need a Student visa. This visa requires you to have a confirmed place on a course offered by a licensed UK university and enough financial resources to support yourself without needing to work

[@vishnubieb7233]

I have a question if we don’t need to show the money when we are already in uk for 2 years and when we get a visa do we need to pay ourself salary from the 1st month and pay tax. I’m looking for investments let’s say I got the visa and then got the investment after 3 months I can pay myself salary from the 3rd month. Can you please answer this question that will be helpful

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

You can get visa and you can start work after x month. For example Mr A got the COS in Jan and he is in INDIA and his job start date is in march, so they can arrive UK early but job will start in March.

[@mujjammilbillah]

Hi, my startup is small, we will be 1-2 people working. Can we apply for sponsorship license if we operate in a co-working space with virtual office address?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Yes, a small startup with 1-2 people operating from a co-working space with a virtual office address can apply for a sponsorship license in the UK. However, having a virtual office address might increase scrutiny during the application process.

[@malikibrahim3989]

What about if company director is NON British so how he can apply sponsor license?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

You need to hire an authorising officer, who must be British National.

[@tanvychowdhury9013]

My LTD company name and trade name is different. Hygiene rating in scores on the doors is on trade name. In this case what document to submit to prove this is my hygiene rating or where to mention in the application regarding this please? Thanks in advance.

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

You're right, there are additional considerations when your company has a different Limited Company Name (LTD name) and a trading name (the name on the hygiene rating). You'll need to submit both your Certificate of Incorporation (proving your LTD company name) and a document linking your LTD company to the trading name with the hygiene rating. Notice of Business Activity (NOBA) from HMRC: This document usually shows both your LTD company name and your trading name. Letter from a reputable source: If you don't have a NOBA, a letter from your local authority or a bank statement showing both names would work.

[@sheemazufry1853]

Once sponsored as a self sponsor, do need to may required salary requirement every month? which include NI, Employee Contribution and Employer contribution every month>>>

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Yes, as per new SMS System you need to report HMRC if the employee is not paid in the last 4 weeks on this visa.

[@AffectionateLaptop-kr8sx]

Alright let’s say 38000 pounds is given to 2nd Director but what about the profit of ist director he have to show every year and for 5 years what total amount should the business earn please ?

[@sapphirenpnp1702]

Can a post study visa have a business? Does home office allow this?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Yes, you can have a business while on a Post-Study Work Visa (Graduate visa) in the UK. The Home Office allows this type of visa holder to engage in various work activities, including: Self-employment: You can be your own boss and run your own business. Starting a business: You can establish a new business venture in the UK. Work flexibility: No restrictions on work type, hours, or salary. Entrepreneurial opportunity: You can pursue your business goals while on this visa. Temporary visa: The Graduate visa is valid for two years (or three for PhD graduates). You'll need another visa option to stay longer. Tax implications: Income generated from your business will be subject to taxes. Consult an accountant for self-employment tax advice. Business registration: Depending on your business structure, registration with Companies House might be necessary. Alternative visa options (if business is your main focus): Innovator visa: Ideal for entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas. Resources: UK Government - Graduate visa: www.gov.uk/graduate-visa - This page clarifies you can "work in any job, skilled or unskilled".

[@millionmilesbymohua-MMM]

The many months we need to keep AO OFFICER ( British national)

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Until you have SMS System in place, its the software / system which you use to issue sponsor licence. In short, you need AO until you get the ILR. Send me an email at [e-mail] and If you need someone, will let you know.

[@gaara6137]

I have one question, after getting self sponsorship can I sponsor my family also

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Yes, you will apply Skilled Worker Dependent Visa kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpWZhJWPrshkpZI

[@saimtariq83]

Is self sponsored, same as the innovator founder visa, or is this a different type?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

No, Massive difference on both of them. This is the innovator Visa Guidance kzbin.info/www/bejne/moCrd3qfatalnqc

[@awesome87889]

Can a company sponsor business visa for a non UK resident who is a director of the UK company( after a company has a authorised person who is a UK resident)

[@DoctorBabee]

yes

[@awesome87889]

​@@DoctorBabeeon the other hand if the company doesn't have a local director, can one apply for business visa on the basis of a UK company?

[@DoctorBabee]

@@awesome87889 yes

[@ahmedkhalid8887]

Hi, I have started my ltd in nov 23 and actually planning to apply for sponsor license in coming months, your videos have played a vital role in understanding the whole process, thank you! I actually also have a question, I am the only director in my company and I have a british friend who I can appoint as a director now, what is the recommended shares of company we should divide among each other can it be 50-50 also my banking is from Monzo is this bank approved by the hmrc?

[@ahmedkhalid8887]

Also sir, what should be minimum funds in bank account when applying for cos? I am eligible as a new entrant so can I keep 50% of my salary in the account (£16k) and should these funds remain in account until I get my skill worker visa? Waiting to hear back from you, highly appreciate the work you're doing, insha'Allah by Allah's will I will obtain a visa through this route and would be delighted to make a podcast with you :)

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Nothing is mentioned about Monzo on HMRC website, I will recommend go with High Street Branch accounts, as getting statement from middle of the date with address is hassle in Online Bank. For Share holding % is not important, as long as the authorising officer is British National. Do watch this Home Office 66 pages guidance to understand in detail. kzbin.info/www/bejne/naK6hpeZiMqFa9E ; It is recommended not to touch those funds until you get the visa to avoid confusion, as business funds are different from yours and you should not pay fees , IHS fees etc from those funds. Also take a look to this for documents guidance : kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqOQd6dsha6KZtk and this kzbin.info/www/bejne/goDNhHlvobFjfq8. Best of Luck; yes sure for the podcast as this will help others too.

[@afshajabeen5102]

Hi Ahmed can you please explain what type of business it is even I’m thinking of doing business

[@aidensworld2116]

Can our dependance allowed for self sponsorship visa

[@ahmedkhalid8887]

@@afshajabeen5102 Hi I believe you can start any business, but whatever it is make sure that you are willing to stick to it throughout your sponsored visa, so you will have to do your research on what suits you best, Wish you best of luck in your journey :)

[@sagarkumarpawar7818]

Can we work another jobs along with the new company work ?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

You can work a maximum of 20 hours per week in the second job without needing to update your visa. This applies to paid work or working for your own business. The additional work must be in an eligible Skilled Worker occupation code. You can find a list of these codes on the UK government website www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list. You can work unlimited overtime for your main sponsor company (the one that sponsored your visa).

[@MR-gp4zp]

Can I work for other company using this skilled visa ?

[@BamideleOlaniyi-wp4hl]

Yes but as a contractor. Not as a full time or permanent staff.

[@naveenrampentyala6250]

Can me and my friend can apply for self sponsorship on the same business we start ?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Yes, is this friend British National ?

[@Obahie]

Hello. Please I sent an email but it’s not going through.

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Its [e-mail] I am getting emails

[@mishalkalladi6093]

How do you pay salary for yourself, if you have just opened the company and have very limited business?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

You have to pay salary to yourself, as that what you mention in your skilled worker visa that you getting paid the going rate as per new April 2024. Think this way, you open a take away and your takeaway making £1000 a week and so you can pay salary to the staff. If you think it wont make any money for few months then this option wont be good for you.

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

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[@mishalkalladi6093]

@@UKknowledgeGuru Thankyou

[@kirank4782]

So on that 1 COS i can bring my family ( wife)?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

No and why would you do that ? You apply CoS for skilled worker and for wife if you have valid CoS, you will apply skilled worker dependent visa.

[@kirank4782]

@@UKknowledgeGuru okay thanks

[@sheemazufry1853]

Hi, I would like to learn more about it, How can i contact you?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

You can send me an email and will guide you and if you want to contact Meghna, via her facebook page [e-mail]

[@simplifiedfarminggujarat8580]

Can I do this from outside uk.

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Yes, if you have someone in the UK who can open a company and setup. Its possible. As long as the business is genuine, everything is possible. Best of Luck

[@jhinuchowdhury6183]

Sir.. how can I meet u or contact with u plz tell me

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

You can send me an email at [e-mail] and if you want to meet Meghna, you need to message her at her FB and she will arrange meeting with you, she is very inspirational and since she recently got the Sponsor Lic she is very updated with the latest rules.

[@chiragshetty4608]

How much was the cost?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z17NZGp8rqiMj8U In this video I have showed the the cost

[@millionmilesbymohua-MMM]

How can I contact you

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Send me an email at [e-mail]

[@habibmarfani-ni8nj]

Can i get the name of the lawyer with whom she applied with ?

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

I have shown in the video the address / contact number and name of the lawyer.

[@iffatkhan9434]

Can u send link please

[@sapphirenpnp1702]

You are wrong about the bank. There are two online banks that Home Office allows. You were wrong about the insuranse amount aswell.

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Could you please clarify which online banks are approved by the Home Office? Additionally, is there a specific insurance amount required, and if so, could you provide a reference for both? This information would be helpful to many people.

[@sapphirenpnp1702]

@@UKknowledgeGuru The bank accepted by the Home Office must be FCA and PRA regulated. This brings in Tide and Monzo. Now the minimum Employer Liability is 10m.

[@Zusama-ow8er]

Is the Revolut business account accepted?

[@sapphirenpnp1702]

@@Zusama-ow8er Revolut is not accepted by the Home Office

[@sapphirenpnp1702]

Revolut is not PRA regulated

[@iffatkhan9434]

Can i get the contact and address of the same lawyer please

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

In the video, I have showed the leaflet of the lawyer which got its contact number. Don't remember top of my head, but you will find it.

[@aneeqariaz7565]

Sir nice information but it's okay if you speak urdu because mostly Asian Indian Pakistani and bengladeshi are looking for your videos. And please don't swipe screen again and again. It's irritate.

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Yes, we initially did thought to to create this video in Hindi/Urdu. But I think your idea is good, we should create another one. Yes sure will try to use less swipes, make sense too.

[@olivediaries4592]

Nope.English content is just fine. I am an Indian but can’t understand urdu as I am from the south. If it wasn’t for English content I wouldn’t have got this information.

[@drnidaaliofficial]

Can I have your personal what’s app number I want to switch from skilled worker visa to business visa. Please it’s urgent

[@UKknowledgeGuru]

Meghna WhatsApp number is 07453279472