Service Supplier Visa (Global Business Mobility)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 3 weeks (outside UK), 8 weeks (inside UK)
- Fee
- £319
- Validity
- 6 or 12 months (depending on trade agreement)
- Entry
- Multiple entry
For employees of overseas companies or self-employed professionals providing services under a contract covered by a valid international trade agreement. Must have 12 months prior employment with employer outside the UK (or equivalent professional experience if self-employed). Must hold relevant qualifications or bachelor's degree with 3-6 years professional experience. Cumulative limit: 5 years in any 6-year period across related GBM visas. Healthcare surcharge: £1,035 per year.
Eligibility
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Age
Must be at least 18 years old
Min age: 18
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Employment
Must be an employee of an overseas company or self-employed professional providing services under a contract covered by a valid international trade agreement. 12 months prior employment or equivalent experience required
Required status: Employee of overseas company or self-employed professional under trade agreement
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Financial
Must have at least £1,270 available for 28 consecutive days
Minimum funds: £1,270
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements showing funds held for 28 consecutive days; Minimum amount: £1,270
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Biometrics appointment
Booking url: https://www.gov.uk/service-supplier-visa; Location: Visa application centre or UK Immigration: ID Check app
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Online payment; Amount: £319
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Professional license
Accepted licenses: Relevant professional qualifications or bachelor's degree with 3-6 years professional experience; Must be translated: No
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Sponsorship certificate
Certificate name: Certificate of Sponsorship; Sponsor type: Licensed UK sponsor under international trade agreement
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Tuberculosis test
Test type: Chest X-ray at approved clinic (if from designated country); Validity months: 6
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Health surcharge
Amount: £1,035 per year; Applicant category: Main applicant
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain Certificate of Sponsorship from the approved UK sponsor and gather evidence of trade agreement contract
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Online application
Apply online up to 3 months before your start date
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Fee payment
Pay the visa application fee and Immigration Health Surcharge
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Biometrics
Prove your identity at a visa application centre or via the UK Immigration: ID Check app
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Processing wait
Wait for a decision on your application