Legacy Innovator Endorsing Body Withdrawn?
If your Innovator endorsement is at risk because a legacy endorsing body has been removed, we can help you plan the next step before your visa expires.
Are you affected by a legacy endorsing body withdrawal?
If your endorsing body’s authorisation has been withdrawn (or it has stopped supporting you), it can put your endorsement position, including your plans to extend or settle in the UK, in doubt. The key is to act early and get a clear strategy in place.
If your visa expiry is approaching, get advice urgently so you can maintain lawful status and avoid last minute filings that may be rejected as invalid.
Where founders are impacted by legacy endorsers who are no longer able to provide endorsements and support, the Home Office has confirmed routes to transition, including seeking a new endorsement from another authorised body (subject to that body’s assessment). We help you understand what applies to you and how to present your business progress effectively.
How we support your transition
We are immigration specialists supporting Innovator founders through the transition process. We help you prepare a credible re-endorsement case, liaise with professional business plan writers, manage Home Office steps, and keep an eye on timelines and validity requirements, so you can stay focused on running your business.
The best next step depends on your endorsing body history, your business progress and your key dates. We’ll advise on what needs updating before you approach a new endorsing body. This may include an updated business plan, clearer evidence packs, company documents, and (where appropriate) a review of alternative routes if re-endorsement is not achievable. To discuss how we can support your transition, book a call.
How we can help:
- Endorsement readiness audit: assess your progress against your plan and identify gaps before you approach a new endorsing body.
- Re-endorsement strategy: advise on positioning and risk, and support the preparation of a high-quality endorsement application.
- Home Office process management: guidance on the steps and timing once you have an endorsement, including validity and submission requirements.
- Extension and settlement (ILR) applications: prepare and submit your immigration application once the endorsement requirements are met.
Costs note: In some legacy endorser scenarios, the Home Office may cover certain fees connected to a new endorsement and checkpoint meetings (where applicable). This does not include legal fees. We’ll explain likely costs and options clearly before you proceed.
What to do now
Timelines can be tight and endorsers expect clear, well-organised evidence. The sooner you get a transition plan, the more options you typically have. We’ll help you understand your position, prepare a strong re-endorsement case, and map the steps to extension or settlement.
To discuss how we can assist with your new steps, please click below to book an initial consultation.
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