Sohrab Vazir

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 | About

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.

Eligibility

You must have a business idea that is:

  • Innovative
  • Viable
  • Scalable

You must receive an endorsement letter from one of the 4 approved Endorsing Bodies.

You must be at least 18 years old.

You must possess an acceptable knowledge level of the English language..

My background

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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)
  • Accepted onto the NatWest Entrepreneur Accelerator (a former Innovator Visa Endorsing Body)
  • 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)
  • Creation of 4 jobs and hiring a total of 13 people

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. 

My consultations and program offer the following:

✓ 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 

✓ Introduction to other professionals (immigration advisors, IP/patent attorneys and much more)

✓ Innovation assessment

✓ Marketing / Market research 

✓ Strategy consulting 

✓ Skills assessment 

I help with business plans business strategy & much more....

My assistance focuses on everything related to your business.

All immigration advice, queries, and services (outlined in the “Full Package”) will be referred to an OISC-regulated immigration advisor.

Services
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Intro Session

General feedback
£ 99
Idea Feedback
Innovation Assessment
Finacial Feedback
Skills Assessment
1 Session
Business Plan Review
BOOK

Advisory Program

Focus area of your choice
£ 500
Business Plan Review
Innovation Assessment
Financial Review
Interview Preperation
Business Legal Compliance
Strategy Consulting
Marketing Plan Help
Introduction to other professionals
5 Business Sessions
1 Session (Immigration)
CONTACT

Full Package

Business + Immigration Assistance
£ 1500
Idea Feedback
Business Plan Review
Finacial Evaluation
Skills Assessment
5 Business Sessions
2 Sessions (Immigration)
Sales & Marketing Plan Review
Sales & Marketing Plan Review
Application Preparation & Submission
CONTACT
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Disclaimer | 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.

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Extra help

Innovator Founder Business Plan

I can help with your Innovator Founder Visa business plan.

I can review, evaluate and write your business plan. However, please note that I take a limited number of business plan writing tasks.

 

Funding

Seeking funding for your business or start-up?
Whether you’re pursuing angel investors, venture capital, or crowdfunding, I’m here to help you develop a robust funding strategy and set your business on the right path for success.

 

Branding & Marketing 

With 8 years of digital marketing experience across various industries, I know what it takes to succeed.
Whether your business is B2B or B2C, I can help you implement an effective digital marketing strategy that drives results.

🗨️ Innovator Founder Visa | FAQ

What is the UK Innovator Founder visa?

The UK Innovator Founder visa is for those who wish to set up a business in the UK.

Can you help with the Innovator Founder Visa endorsement?

My help consists of assessing your business on the basis of its viability in the UK. 

Endorsement advisory may be offered by the OISC-regulated advisor whom I work with. 

Please note that nobody can guarantee an endorsement (beware of any such promises).

Do you work with all types of businesses?

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.

There are certain businesses which I will not work with due to ethical and legal considerations.

Do you only help with specific types of businesses or industries?

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. 

Can you write my business plan?

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.

Do you provide immigration advice?

No. My services are only of a business and advisory nature. 

For immigration advice or services, I will refer you to an OISC-regulated advisor whom I work with.

Can you negotiate the prices or provide a discount?

No. My prices have been adjusted to make it viable for both myself and the clients. 

 

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