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Scale-up Visa

United KingdomSkilled Workerhigh confidence

Standard UK rates For people joining fast-growing UK companies. Self-sponsored after 2yr — can work anywhere.

Investment

£33,000/yr job offer at qualifying scale-up company

Processing

4 months

Min stay

183 days/year

Tax rate

Standard UK rates%

How popular is this programme?

Searches/mo

10

Interest

Low

Trend

—

Demand score27/100

Based on Google search demand (US). Updated periodically.

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Key Details

Leads to PRYes

PR after5.0 years

Dual citizenshipYes

Remote workNo

Healthcare includedNo

Crypto accepted—

Same-sex recognised—

RenewableYes

Stay Requirements

Scale-up visa: route to settlement; ILR requires not exceeding ~180 days absence per 12-month period

medium confidence

Highlights

Self-sponsored after 2 years
Work for fast-growing companies
No cap on job offers
Pathway to permanent residency

What could change

Changes in immigration policy could affect eligibility and processing times.

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Tax Notes

The UK has a progressive tax system with rates up to 45%. Residents pay tax on worldwide income.

Last verified: 4/15/2026Updated: 6/10/2026Confidence: high

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