Stay in the UK Through Business: Switch From the Ukraine Scheme to a Skilled Worker Visa
Your current Ukraine Scheme visa doesn’t lead to settlement. But your business might.
If you came to the UK under the Ukraine Family Scheme, Homes for Ukraine, or Ukraine Extension Scheme, you’re on a temporary visa that cannot be extended long term or lead to settlement.
And yet, since arriving here, you’ve:
- Built a business
- Created jobs
- Supported your family
- Contributed to your new community
If you want to stay in the UK beyond your current visa, you’ll need to switch into a new immigration route, one that allows long-term residence and a route to settlement, Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).
For many Ukrainian entrepreneurs, that means applying for a Home Office Sponsor Licence and switching to a Skilled Worker visa through your own business.
We can help make that happen.
Your Business Could Be the Bridge to Long-Term UK Residency
At Immtell, we help Ukrainian business owners switch from temporary protection visas to Skilled Worker visas by:
- Securing a Skilled Worker Sponsorship Licence for your business
- Providing a compliant Authorising Officer and Level 1 User if needed
- Supporting you to sponsor yourself as a Skilled Worker
- Laying the groundwork for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) and British citizenship
Not Sure What It Will Cost? Use Our Instant Pricing Tool
We believe in open, transparent pricing—no vague promises or “contact us for a quote” delays.
Use the below Instant Visa Support Pricing Estimator to see exactly what it could cost to:
- Get a business plan aligned to UK immigration requirements
- Apply for a Sponsor Licence
- Apply for a Skilled Worker visa
- Add our Authorising Officer and compliance management services if needed
What Is Self-Sponsorship, and Is It Legal?
UK Self-sponsorship isn’t a visa type. It’s a legal route where your UK-registered business applies for a sponsor licence, and then sponsors you for a Skilled Worker visa.
It’s perfectly legal, as long as:
- Your business is genuine and actively trading
- You meet the salary and role requirements
- You follow all sponsorship rules (we’ll guide you through this)
Worried You Don’t Have a Team in Place? We’ve Got You Covered
Every sponsor licence needs:
- An Authorising Officer
- A Level 1 User
If you’re the only person in the business or your team isn’t eligible, we can act in these roles on your behalf, keeping everything compliant and removing the biggest obstacle to applying.
What Makes a Business Eligible for a UK Sponsorship Licence?
To qualify for a UK sponsor licence, your business should:
- Be a UK-registered company (Ltd, LLP, or similar)
- Have a UK business bank account and evidence of trading activity
- Be able to pay at least the Skilled Worker salary threshold
- Have a real vacancy that matches an eligible occupation (level RQF 6, i.e. Bachelor's degree)
- Commit to fulfilling sponsor duties (we provide full training/support)
Why Ukrainian Entrepreneurs Choose Immtell
We understand immigration from all angles. Our team includes former Home Office senior staff, and we are regulated by the Immigration Advice Authority (IAA).
You’ll get:
- Regulated immigration advice
- End-to-end sponsor licence and visa support
- Transparent fixed-fee options
- No gatekeeping, no legal speak, just straight answers
What Happens If You Don’t Switch From Your Ukraine Scheme Visa?
The Ukraine schemes were temporary from the start and were never intended to lead to settlement. There are no automatic extensions, and it's not known how long the schemes will remain open.
When your visa ends, you must either:
- Leave the UK, or
- Apply for a new visa that supports long-term residence
Waiting too long puts your business, family, and future at risk.
Start with Clarity. Stay with Confidence.
Whether you’re ready to apply or still weighing your options, here’s how to move forward:
✅ Step 1: Use the Pricing Estimator
Get an instant cost breakdown based on your current status, business setup, and goals.
✅ Step 2: Book a Free 30-Minute Discovery Call
We’ll hear your plans, discuss your eligibility and next steps.
✅ Step 3: Secure your future in the UK
Let’s move from uncertainty to action and get you on the path to a Skilled Worker visa and settlement.
Ready to Take Control of Your UK Future?
You’ve done incredible things since arriving in the UK. Now it’s time to build something lasting.
You’ve done incredible things since arriving in the UK. Now it’s time to build something lasting.
Further Reading
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Mastering the UK Self Sponsorship Visa Process: Your Step-by-Step Guide
All You Need to Know About Sponsor Licences
Guide to Hiring Global Talent: Everything You Need to Know About Sponsor Licences
Home Office Sponsor Licence Holders: Reporting Duties
A Guide to Complying with Home Office Sponsor Duties for Employers
Become a Sponsor: Steps for Employers and Businesses
Business Requirements for a Sponsorship Licence in 2025
UK Business Residency: UK Self-Sponsorship and Expansion Worker Visas
A Guide to UK Business Residency. Leverage the UK Self-Sponsored and Expansion Worker Visas in 2025
Certificate of Sponsorship: A Guide For Employers
UK Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS): Everything Employers Need to Know
What to Expect from a Home Office Pre-Licence Compliance Check
What to Expect from a Home Office Pre-Licence Compliance Check in 2025
The Biggest Problems Companies Face During a Sponsor Licence Application
The Real-World Stress of Applying for a Sponsor Licence
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