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Innovator Founder visa: questions Indian applicants ask

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6 questions Indian applicants ask about the Innovator Founder visa, answered with the figures that apply in 2026: Do I need to invest a fixed amount?

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Information only. We do not file the Innovator Founder visa. Already in the UK? We refer you to a regulated adviser (OISC or SRA) and charge nothing for the introduction. Applying from India and unsure which route fits? Ask the desk on WhatsApp.
Our sister site already covers this: Innovator Founder guide on Lifeset Overseas. We link rather than repeat it.

Questions and answers

Do I need to invest a fixed amount?

No. The old £50,000 requirement was removed in 2023. The endorsing body judges whether your funding is enough for the plan.

Who are the endorsing bodies?

A small list on gov.uk, each charging its own fee and running its own assessment. The Lifeset Overseas guide lists them with current fees.

Can my family come?

Yes. Partner and children can apply as dependants, each paying the fee and the surcharge.

How long until settlement?

3 years on this route if the business meets growth criteria, which is faster than most routes. Settlement rules may change after the earned-settlement consultation.

Can I apply from inside the UK?

Yes from most visas, but anyone in the UK should use an adviser regulated there. We inform and refer.

Where do I get help from India?

Through the Innovator Founder page on Lifeset Overseas, which handles this route for Indian founders.

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