06/11/2025
Student to Founder in the UK: New Rule Explained.
Big change for UK students and grads 🚀
Under new proposed appendix, you can switch from a Student visa to the Innovator Founder visa from inside the UK and start self-employment while your application is pending.
Quick checklist:
• Course completed (linked to your CAS)
• Valid Student permission, no overstay
• Endorsing Body letter: innovative, viable, scalable (active founder)
• No fixed minimum investment, but show enough funds
• B2 English + maintenance (if required)