When can I apply for settlement (ILR) as an Innovator Founder?

Settlement on the Innovator Founder route can be available after 3 years in the UK, which is faster than many other work routes. Your endorsing body assesses whether your business has met the required progress benchmarks, and you must meet the wider settlement rules.

You will also generally need to meet the English language requirement and pass the Life in the UK test, and stay within the permitted limits on absences from the UK. Because exact criteria change, always check the current eligibility guidance before applying.