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Ready to open in the UK?
The Expansion Worker route lets an overseas business send its first senior person to establish a UK operation — before the UK entity trades, before a full licence exists. This checks what the Home Office actually tests, and what the first phase costs.
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11 questions. An honest answer about sending your first person to the UK.
The Expansion Worker route lets an overseas business obtain a provisional sponsor licence and send a senior manager or specialist to open its first UK operation. This walks through what the Home Office actually tests, and what the first phase costs at April 2026 rates.
This tool gives a general indication only, based on the answers you give. It is not legal advice, it does not create a solicitor-client relationship, and it cannot account for the facts of your situation. Immigration Rules change frequently. Take advice before you apply.