From Innovator Founder

3 yrs · £3,226 · endorsing body sign-off

Sourced from GOV.UK · Updated April 2026

The short answer

From Innovator Founder is one way to qualify for the Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). The core rules of the Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) apply — the specifics that set this route apart are below.

£3,226Application fee from

—IHS per year

Permanent (lost only by 2+ years continuous absence or revocation)Initial leave

3 yrsTo settlement (ILR)

Who qualifies for this route

3 years on Innovator Founder visa
Endorsing body confirms ongoing innovation, viability and scalability

Other Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) sub-routes

From Skilled Worker (Set(O))

5 yrs · £3,226 · B1 + LITUK

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From Family / Partner (Set(M))

5 yrs · £3,226 · A2→B1 English

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From BN(O)

5 yrs · £3,226 · B1 + LITUK

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From UK Ancestry

5 yrs · £3,226 · evidence of work

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10-year Long Residence (Set(LR))

10 yrs · £3,226 · any qualifying route

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Global Talent (Leader)

3 yrs · £3,226 · Exceptional Talent

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Global Talent (Potential leader)

5 yrs · £3,226 · Exceptional Promise

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Source: GOV.UK — From Innovator Founder · Last verified April 2026

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