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
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.
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 and have been through the journey…!
UK Innovator Founder Visa | About
The UK’s Innovator Founder Visa is an immigration pathway for entrepreneurs who wish to set up a business in the UK.
Applicants must secure an endorsement from one of the selected Endorsing Bodies appointed by the UK Home Office, as well as meet other eligibility requirements.
🚀 The consultant who has personally been through the business immigration journey
Consulting & Coaching Packages
Starting a business is hard. Starting one whilst navigating visas is not for the faint-hearted.
The process of getting an Innovator Founder visa endorsement can be unclear, risky, stressful & expensive.
My role is to simplify this by helping you create the strongest possible business proposal, not just for your endorsement but to ensure your business is viable.
Innovator Founder Visa Idea Assessment Financial Feedback Market Evaluation Sales Plan Consultation
Important Reminder
Per the UK's Immigration Rules, applicants MUST generate the business idea themselves for the Innovator Founder Visa.
Any individual or party offering you a "business idea for sale" is doing so against the law.
If you want educational help on business ideas , my Advisory Programs may be suitable
Disclaimer | Please note that I am not an immigration advisor or solicitor. My business services focus on obtaining your endorsement through an evaluation of your business idea/proposal.
This would be a business service regardless of your immigration intentions (and the best one that you will find in this market!)
I also offer post-visa business support in areas such as strategy and marketing.
I do not, nor is any other entity able to, guarantee an endorsement and this is ultimately up to the Endorsing Bodies (avoid such promises/offers as they are false & fraudulent).
Extra help
Business & Endorsement
Consultation
I consult entrepreneurs & businesses for their endorsement applications.
My consultancy is primarily of a business nature.
I will help you identify the key aspects of your proposed business venture that are important for the endorsement application. It’s imperative that you have the strongest business proposition before contacting an endorsing body.
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Business Plan Writing
I can help you with every aspect of your business plan.
Working with me helps you develop an articulate, credible and viable business plan / proposal.
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.
Remember: your marketing plan is a crucial part your business plan, and therefore your endorsement application!
🗨️ 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.
My help is primarily of a business nature.
I help businesses with their endorsement applications through consulting and much more.
Additionally, my help may also be useful for founders after they have secured their visa.
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.
No, and neither can anybody else (be wary of any party that promises such guarantees).
It is ultimately up to each endorsing body to issue an endorsement.
My role is to help with every aspect of your business, including making the strongest business plan/proposition.
I help with business plans business strategy endorsement application & much more....
👇 Let's get to work
Helpful Resources
- 3 UK legislations that every business owner should comply with
- 5 elements of a good business plan
- Approaching Innovator Founder visa endorsing bodies
- Creating an Innovator Founder visa business plan
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- how to come up with an Innovator Founder visa business idea?
- The importance of the Innovator visa business plan
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