Sohrab Vazir
Consultant | Founder | Global Citizen | Writer
UK Innovator Founder Visa
I am the UK's #1 & first independent business consultant for international entrepreneurs considering the Innovator Founder Visa
UK Innovator Founder Visa
The Innovator Founder Visa allows non-UK nationals to set up a new business or grow an existing one in the UK, provided the business idea is endorsed by an approved endorsing body. This visa category aims to attract entrepreneurs with high-potential business ideas that are innovative, viable, and scalable. The endorsement process ensures that the business proposal meets these criteria and has the potential for growth.
My background
I moved to the UK alone on a student visa in pursuit of further education when I was 17 years old.
After completing my master’s degree in international law, I was endorsed by Newcastle University for two business visas (formerly the Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa replaced by the current Start-up Visa). I obtained several entrepreneur visas until receiving my Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)/ Settlement in the UK. I never used a lawyer and obtained the following visas:
- Tier 4 / Student (3 separate visas)
- Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur (endorsed by Newcastle University)
- Tier 1 Entrepreneur ( Initial + Extension)
- Settlement
Milestones
My company, StudyFlats, through which I settled in the UK, achieved the following:
- Business development & property portfolio growth from 2 to 30+ UK cities (10,000 students rooms)
- 1,000+ students consulted & assisted
- Enquiries from 50+ countries
- 2 endorsements from Newcastle University for business visas (annually limited to 20 out of 6,000 students)
- Job creation for 4 people in the UK
Plus, I was accepted onto & completed the NatWest Entrepreneur accelerator program. This was a former/legacy endorser for Startup and Innovator visas.
To summarise: I know & have been through the journey…!
Work with me
Expert Opinion
I scaled a tech business to 30+ UK cities, and can help you with the commercial matters of your business.
Idea Feedback
See how viable your idea and its potential is.
Solid Business Plan
I will help you draft the best business plan possible.
Innovator Founder Visa Idea Assessment Financial Feedback Market Evaluation Sales Plan Consultation
🚀 Helping founders create solid business proposals & plans
As a former immigrant founder who has scaled a tech startup in the UK (and settled here via the latter), I use my business experience to create the strongest business proposition for you.
Some of the key areas that I can help with include:
- Business idea feedback: understand the practicality and processes of setting up your business
- Business plan review & writing
- Cultural proficiency & guidance to doing business in the UK
- Funding
- Legal assistance (patents, trade marks) & laws governing commerce
- Marketing / Market research
- Strategy consulting
- Skills assessment
I help with business plans business strategy & much more....
I am not able to discuss your business or your personal profile unless you book the Into Session below.
My assistance only focuses on your business, and I cannot advise on any immigration applications.
Intro Session
General feedbackAdvisory Program
Focus area of your choiceBusiness Coaching
All aspects of your businessDisclaimer | Please note that I am not an immigration advisor or solicitor.
I am a business consultant and help founders/teams/companies with their business needs. This may include the provision of general information, signposting and assistance on setting up a business in the UK. This is regardless of:
-The founders/founding team being based in the UK or not;
-The founder’s immigration status, intentions or any future/pending applications.
My services are not provided for the purpose of immigration applications or compliance. The purpose of the provision of any services is assistance in planning, launching & growing a commercial venture in the UK.
I may signpost clients to external advisors or services, such as patent attorneys and accountancy services.
I cannot and do not advise on whether you will be able to secure an endorsement or a visa. Nor do I assist with any immigration applications, including endorsement.
Any feedback on the innovation and viability of your business is based on a commercial viewpoint alone and I cannot advise on the immigration implications of these or any other matter.
All references to the Innovator Founder Visa in our services or content are general free information that is publicly accessible, or personal opinions on general matters irrelevant to any particular individual/entity & entirely reflective of our services easing the planning and setup of a business in the UK for international founders, similar to an accountancy service or marketing agency.
For immigration advice, you should refer to a regulated immigration advisor (regulated by the OISC) or solicitor (regulated by the SRA), or other regulated professionals.
💻 Book your introduction session
Please note that I do not provide immigration advice or services. I cannot advise on your endorsement application or its prospects.
My assistance is solely with respect to business assistance and setting up a business in the UK. Do not book a call if you require visa/immigration assistance.
Extra help
Innovator Founder Business Plan
I can help with your Innovator Founder Visa business plan.
Working with me helps you develop an articulate, credible and viable business proposition.
Funding
Seeking to fund your business/start-up?
Regardless of your funding type (e.g. angel investment, VCs or crowdfunding), I will help you create a solid strategy and get started correctly.
Branding & Marketing
I have spent the past six years being in charge of digital marketing activities across several industries.
Whether you’re B2B or B2C, I can help you implement a successful digital marketing strategy.
🗨️ Innovator Founder visa services | FAQ
The UK Innovator Founder visa is for those who wish to set up a business in the UK.
Yes. Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur, a small business or a medium organisation seeking to establish a UK branch, I am able to help.
No, I work with a very broad range of businesses.
However, there are certain exceptions & specific types of industries which I may not be able to assist with due to ethical or legal considerations.
Yes.
Creating the best presentation of the business proposition in the form of a business plan is the key goal ~ and that’s where my help comes in.
I can help with every aspect of the business plan, including drafting one. Of course, this needs to be on the basis of the idea / primary research and info coming from you.
Please note: I do not produce or sell generic, plagiarised or templated business plans. All works are tailored, unique and produced by myself.
No. My services are only of a business and advisory nature.
If you require immigration advice, you should seek one that is officially regulated (in the UK the regulatory body is the OISC).
Absolutely.
I am happy to share a sample of my own previous business plan (which was approved by the UK Home Office).
This is to ensure you have an idea of the standard of work to expect.
No, unless they are specific forms of work that are publicly accessible (e.g. a blog article or digital content).
Due to the confidential and sensitive nature of business plans, I apply and operate under a policy of absolute confidentiality with my clients whom I write business plans for.
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