Global Business Mobility – UK Expansion Worker visa

Global Business Mobility – UK Expansion Worker visa is a residence route in United Kingdom (Iværksætter). Overseas company with no UK presence sends senior manager/specialist (≥12 months with company) to set up UK branch/subsidiary; salary ≥ £52,500 or going rate; sponsor licence for expansion. Max 2 yrs; switch to Skilled Worker for settlement.

Planning reference · Data snapshot 2026-10

Figures and requirements are indicative database snapshots, not newly verified eligibility decisions or personalised tax calculations. A residence permit does not automatically determine tax residence. Confirm conditions, deadlines and amounts in their original currency with the relevant authorities.

Tax residence in United Kingdom

Only-home test: UK home held ≥91 days (≥30 days there in tax year), no overseas home; or full-time UK work

Arriver sufficient ties: 46–90 days need 4 ties (rarely met), 91–120 need 3; FIG regime 4 yrs if non-resident 10 yrs

Residence certificate: HMRC certificate of residence once SRT met

Your previous country applies its own residence tests separately. If both countries treat you as resident, the applicable tax treaty may resolve treaty residence.

Relocation planning guides

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Requirements at a glance

You need an annual income of about CHF 56'200. There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included.

How holders are taxed

UK resident: worldwide taxation; 4-yr FIG exemption possible for new residents

Next steps

Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.

Kategori	Iværksætter
Investering	—
Gebyrer (familie)	CHF 8'700
Indkomst / år	CHF 56'200
Formue	—
Min. ophold	0
PR	—
Statsborgerskab	—
Arbejde	ownBusiness
Berettiget	all (senior staff of established overseas business)
Skat	UK resident: worldwide taxation; 4-yr FIG exemption possible for new residents
Pr.	2026-10

Officiel side

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