Immigration and visas
Find information about different visa options if you want to relocate to or invest in Scotland.
Business visas in Scotland
If you’re a business or individual who wants to relocate to or invest in Scotland, you’ll need to consider different types of visa and immigration requirements.
Representatives Visa
Business based outside Scotland? You can send an employee over long-term to set up business and establish a commercial presence for your company in Scotland.
Standard Visitor Visa
As a business or investor in Scotland, you can obtain a short-term Standard Visitor Visa for business purposes.
Global Talent Visa
This visa is for those who are leaders or potential leaders in certain qualifying fields.
Start-up visa
For high-potential entrepreneurs looking to start up a business in Scotland for the first time. You’ll need endorsement from an approved endorsing body.
Innovator visa
For more experienced business people looking to establish a business in Scotland. You’ll need endorsement from an approved endorsing body and at least £50,000 in investment funds.
Investor Visa
Consider an Investor Visa if you’re investing at least £2 million in UK share capital or loan capital.
Sponsorship and recruitment
Information about sponsoring and recruiting non-EU nationals to work for you in Scotland.
If you have any questions or want to talk with one of our advisers, we’re always ready to help.