{"id":2658,"date":"2025-10-10T12:29:19","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T12:29:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/themackenziefriends.com\/?page_id=2658"},"modified":"2025-10-10T12:40:29","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T12:40:29","slug":"uk-service-supplier-visa","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/themackenziefriends.com\/uk\/uk-service-supplier-visa\/","title":{"rendered":"UK Service Supplier Visa"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"2658\" class=\"elementor elementor-2658\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6999a25b e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6999a25b\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-13ecb9d e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"13ecb9d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-95ac3c1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"95ac3c1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">UK Service Supplier Visa<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c595db6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c595db6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Skilled Worker &amp; Sponsorship Visas<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d4de50a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d4de50a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Helping Skilled Professionals and Businesses Navigate the UK Sponsorship System Confidently<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-30f7289 elementor-align-center elementor-mobile-align-center elementor-widget__width-initial home-cta-1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"30f7289\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"http:\/\/themackenziefriends.com\/uk\/contact\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Free case evaluation<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c85820e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"c85820e\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b0090ed elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b0090ed\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>UK Service Supplier Visa \u2013 Delivering International Services in the United Kingdom<\/h2>\n\n<p>The <strong>UK Service Supplier Visa<\/strong> allows overseas professionals, freelancers, and businesses to come to the UK on a temporary basis to provide services covered under an international trade agreement. It is part of the <strong>Global Business Mobility (GBM)<\/strong> visa family and is specifically designed for foreign service providers who need to fulfil contracts with a UK client or company.<\/p>\n\n<p>At <strong>The McKenzie Friend<\/strong>, we provide expert assistance for professionals, consultants, and companies seeking to enter the UK market under this visa. Our goal is to simplify the legal process and ensure your application is compliant, well-prepared, and fully aligned with Home Office requirements.<\/p>\n\n<hr>\n\n<h3>Who Can Apply?<\/h3>\n<p>The UK Service Supplier Visa is open to both self-employed professionals and employees of an overseas service provider. You can apply if:<\/p>\n<ul>\n  <li>You are providing a service covered by the UK\u2019s trade commitments (e.g. under the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement or WTO rules).<\/li>\n  <li>You have a <strong>contract with a UK client<\/strong> that is registered with the Home Office.<\/li>\n  <li>You hold a valid <strong>Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)<\/strong> from your overseas employer or organisation.<\/li>\n  <li>You have worked for the overseas company for at least <strong>12 months<\/strong> before applying.<\/li>\n  <li>You meet the relevant <strong>qualification or experience requirements<\/strong> for your professional field.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr>\n\n<h3>Visa Duration and Conditions<\/h3>\n<p>The visa is typically granted for up to <strong>6 or 12 months<\/strong>, depending on the trade agreement under which you qualify. You can come to the UK to deliver your service but cannot take up direct employment outside your sponsored contract.<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n  <li>Stay for the period stated on your CoS (usually up to 12 months).<\/li>\n  <li>Bring eligible dependants (spouse and children) with you to the UK.<\/li>\n  <li>Re-apply from outside the UK once your visa expires, if your service contract renews.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr>\n\n<h3>Benefits of the UK Service Supplier Visa<\/h3>\n<ul>\n  <li>Allows overseas businesses to fulfil short-term contracts with UK clients.<\/li>\n  <li>Ideal for consultants, specialists, and freelancers offering technical or professional services.<\/li>\n  <li>Streamlined under the Global Business Mobility system for faster decision times.<\/li>\n  <li>Access to work legally in the UK without establishing a permanent branch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr>\n\n<h3>Documents You\u2019ll Need<\/h3>\n<ul>\n  <li>Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) reference number.<\/li>\n  <li>Proof of your overseas employment or professional registration.<\/li>\n  <li>Evidence of your contract with the UK company.<\/li>\n  <li>Financial maintenance documents (unless certified by your sponsor).<\/li>\n  <li>Valid passport and proof of qualifications or experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr>\n\n<h3>Why Choose The McKenzie Friend?<\/h3>\n<p>We offer full professional guidance to ensure that your visa application process is clear, accurate, and stress-free. Our services include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n  <li>Checking whether your service qualifies under UK trade agreements.<\/li>\n  <li>Reviewing all supporting documents for accuracy and compliance.<\/li>\n  <li>Assisting both individuals and overseas businesses with sponsor registrations.<\/li>\n  <li>Providing clear communication with the Home Office to prevent delays or refusals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"cta-box\" style=\"background:#f8f8f8; padding:20px; border-left:4px solid #d4af37; margin-top:25px;\">\n  <h3>Start Your UK Service Supplier Visa Application Today<\/h3>\n  <p>Whether you\u2019re a freelancer, contractor, or part of an overseas business, our immigration support team is ready to help you deliver your services in the UK confidently and lawfully.<\/p>\n  <a href=\"\/uk\/contact\/\" class=\"cta-button\" style=\"background-color:#d4af37; color:#fff; padding:10px 20px; border-radius:4px; text-decoration:none;\">Get in 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It replaced the old \u201cContractual Service Supplier\u201d and \u201cIndependent Professional\u201d routes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"faq-box\">\n  <h3>How long can I stay in the UK on this visa?<\/h3>\n  <p>You can stay for up to 6 or 12 months depending on the trade agreement under which your service qualifies. The length will be stated on your Certificate of Sponsorship.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"faq-box\">\n  <h3>Can I bring my family members to the UK?<\/h3>\n  <p>Yes, your partner and children can apply as dependants. They\u2019ll need to meet separate financial requirements and apply alongside or after your main application.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"faq-box\">\n  <h3>Can I extend my visa or switch categories?<\/h3>\n  <p>You cannot extend this visa beyond the maximum period allowed. However, depending on your future plans, you may be able to switch to another route such as the <strong>Skilled Worker Visa<\/strong> from outside the UK.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"faq-box\">\n  <h3>Does this visa lead to permanent settlement (ILR)?<\/h3>\n  <p>No, the UK Service Supplier Visa does not lead directly to Indefinite Leave to Remain. It is a temporary work route intended for specific service contracts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"faq-box\">\n  <h3>How can The McKenzie Friend assist?<\/h3>\n  <p>We help overseas service providers prepare compliant applications, draft clear sponsor documentation, and liaise with the Home Office to ensure smooth approval. 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