UK Visa application for conference - Self employed
I am self employed and my Company is sponsoring my trip to attend a Business Conference in London; I have a good personal bank statement that meets the standard - regular income and savings. My concern is that my company has irregular cash flows, does this really matter? money doesn't stay in the account for too long. I believe that company's invest funds most of the time and may not have huge balances over on the short run, however the closing balance on the Company's bank statement is sufficient with over 6500GBP. of which my trip to the UK will cost about 2000GBP only.
Best Answer
Yes, the irregular cash flow could be a cause for concern. But, I would still say you have a fair chance of getting the visa because they look for many different factors when making a decision:
- Reason to return: Your company is probably a valid reason for return. Make sure you provide documentation to prove your company is genuine.
- Funds: As you state, you have sufficient funds, but it is better if you have them in your personal bank account.
- Travel history: If you have any, it is a positive factor, but you have not provided this information in your question.
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What type of visa is required to attend a conference in UK?
If they're just coming to attend your conference, it's likely they'll need a Standard Visitor Visa (Business route). NOTE: The full guidance doesn't specify the business route, but that's the correct route to take. A normal route Standard Visitor Visa (ie a tourist visa) shouldn't be used.Can I apply for spouse visa with self-employed?
Yes, you can absolutely apply for a Spouse Visa if your UK based partner is self-employed. You will, of course, need to be able to prove that they meet the income requirements as laid above (at least \xa318,600 - and more if you have children).Can you be self-employed on a visa?
Finally, you can't start your own business and class this as self-employment on a Tier 2 General / Skilled Worker visa, meaning your self-employment must be for another sponsored employer with a new Certificate of Sponsorship.How much bank statement is required for UK visit visa?
You must submit 6 months of bank statements that clearly show your monthly salary and financial commitments. There must not be any large deposits of cash other than your salary. Total savings must be at least twice your proposed UK trip expenses.How To Fill UK Visitor Visa Form Online - Standard Visa Form
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