Self Sponsorship
Self-sponsorship offers a unique route for entrepreneurs, professionals, and business owners who wish to move to the UK and work for their own business—without needing a third-party sponsor. Through this pathway, you can establish a UK company, apply for a Sponsor Licence, and sponsor yourself under the Skilled Worker visa, provided the business and role meet Home Office requirements.
This is not a separate visa category, but a carefully structured legal strategy that combines business setup, sponsorship duties, and visa eligibility into one forward-thinking immigration plan. To qualify, you must show that your business is genuine, financially viable, and offers a real, skilled job that meets the visa salary threshold.
At AAGA Solicitors, we guide you through every step—company formation, sponsor licence application, drafting a compliant job description, and preparing the Skilled Worker visa. This option is ideal for consultants, creatives, founders, and professionals who want to take control of their UK immigration pathway through business ownership.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. You must first register and structure your business correctly in the UK before applying for a sponsor licence.
Yes, provided you can demonstrate the company is genuine, capable of sponsoring, and the role meets Skilled Worker requirements.
Absolutely. This route suits founders looking to grow in the UK while staying in full control of their immigration journey.
If you’re ready to lead your own future in the UK, we’re ready to help you get there—it all begins with a conversation.
