Services to Business
Our services to business cover many key areas, both within the Immigration Rules and under the Work Permit Scheme.
Work Permits
A substantial part of our work involves work permit applications under the Work Permit Scheme, which is separately administered by an agency of the Home Office called Work Permits (UK). It is based in Sheffield in the north of England. We have handled work permit needs for a wide range of businesses involved in such diverse areas as industrial manufacturing, banking and financial services, information technology, hotels and catering, entertainment, media, sport, professional and business services, and many other trades and occupations. We can handle applications on an individual or multiple basis, both under the main part of the Scheme as well as for those receiving Training or Work Experience. Given the needs of business for financial certainty our fees are always set on a fixed basis, irrespective of the time we may spend on the matter.Sole Representatives of Foreign Companies
Employers may wish to transfer you to the UK on a long-term assignment to set up a branch office. We can advise and assist Sole Representatives in complying with the immigration requirements as well as dealing with the corporate formalities.Business People
If you wish to establish a business in the UK there is a minimum investment required of £200,000. The rules are detailed and the requirements are strictly applied. We can assist you on the formalities of creating a company, structuring the investment, and the employment of staff. We can advise you on the tax implications of your investment, and we work closely with accountants and auditors on the preparation of business plans and accounts.Self Employment
If you have a particular artistic talent or wish to take advantage of trade agreements such as the Association Agreements, we can advise you on this self-employed activity and make applications for entry or stay. Whatever your commercial requirements may be to begin work in the UK, we can answer any of your questions promptly, and where the stated aim is achievable, deliver an effective business or employment solution.Innovators
Within the business rules is the new innovator category. There is a self certifying procedure involving the calculation of points to reach a minimum acceptable score. We have provided assistance to many clients in this category, both in the completion of the form itself as well as the background preparation necessary as required through the various stages of the self certifying procedure. We would be happy to advise on the general aspects of the visa, or assist you in the more detailed preparation as you wish.Highly Skilled Migrant Worker Programme
Although this category is related to business and employment, it is a service to the individual. Therefore, please see the Services to Individuals page and our update page for further information.Paul L Simon Solicitors © All Rights Reserved.
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