The United Kingdom Intra-Company Transferee (or “ICT”) immigration route is open to existing skilled employees of overseas businesses, who are being transferred to a U.K. subsidiary or connected entity of that business. This visa category enables multi-national companies to dispatch foreign employees for temporary assignments in U.K.

1. The Intra-Company Transfer Route:
• For established workers being transferred by the business they work for to take on a skilled role in the UK.
2. The Intra-Company Graduate Trainee Route:
• For workers who are being transferred by the business they work for to undertake a role in the UK as part of a structured graduate training programme.

Generally, ICT visa is available for both UK components (employer) and foreign employee(s) who meet specific requirements.

For example, you must meet the minimum income requirement, which differs depending on which route you apply through.

Your intended role in the UK must be an eligible job, and your employer must hold a valid Sponsor License.

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Handling and Applications Fees

1. Advice and guidance on end-to-end process regarding the ICT visa application;
2. Tailor made document checklist and assistance with the preparation of the supporting documents;
3. Review of documents prepared by the applicant(s) and employing company;
4. Drafting of application form(s), statement(s) and authorization letters as necessary;
5. Detailed case assessment before submission;
6. Lodging of Visa Application to the UK Home Office (UKVI);
7. Booking of appointment at the Visa Application Centre where required;
8. Liaising with the UKVI regarding the application;
9. Reporting of application status to the applicant(s) and employing company;
10. Pre-departure visa endorsement check.

1. The fees quoted are exclusive of the government fees and any surcharges.
2. Priority service is available for an extra fee charged by the UK Home Officer varying from £240 to £800 depending on your location (5 or 1 working day(s) processing time available).
3. The fees stated are exclusive of delivery charges, translation fees, notarization fees, etc., if any.
4. The fees stated are exclusive of the preparation of a business plan, where applicable. Please contact us for a separate quotation.
5. For your reference, the healthcare surcharge is typically £624 per year (applicable to any visa with a duration of 6 months or more).
   

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Payment Terms and Method

Upon receipt of the confirmation of engagement, we will issue an invoice and email it to you together with the detailed payment instructions. Due to the nature of the service, we require full payment in advance. In addition, once service is commenced, no service fees will be refunded.

We currently only accept check, cash or TT and credit card payment through PayPal. If invoice is settled by PayPal, an extra 5% service fee will be charged.

If China or Taiwan official tax invoice is required, Value-Added Tax or Business Tax at the prevailing rate in the respective jurisdiction will be charged and collected.

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Eligibility Criteria

The UK ICT visa beneficiary must:

The UK employing company must:

1. Assign a Certificate of Sponsorship for each foreign worker (electronic record);
2. Hold a sponsor license;
3. Have an appropriate system to monitor and manage the sponsored beneficiary;
4. Hold Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate (if applicable).

UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) will be responsible to review the application form and supporting documents submitted. They may visit the UK employer to make sure the sponsor is trustworthy and capable of carrying out the duties.

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Documentary Evidence and Information Requirements

1. Certificate of Sponsorship reference number (provided by employer)
2. A valid passport or other document that shows the identity and nationality of the employee(s)
3. Evidence of the employee(s) job title and annual salary
4. Employee(s)’ job occupation code
5. The name of UK employer and their sponsor licence number (shown on CoS)
6. Proof of having enough funds to support yourself and any family members in the UK (e.g. bank statements, unless your certificate of sponsorship shows the hiring entity can support the visa beneficiary. For more detail, please check here)
7. Documents to establish relationship with the beneficiary if they’re applying with the applicant(s)
8. Tuberculosis test results are required if applicant is transferred from a listed country
9. Evidence of having worked for your employer outside the UK (e.g. printed pay slips, bank or building society statements, a building society pass book, etc.)
10. Details of the training programme (Graduate Trainee visa only)
11. A valid ATAS certificate if applicants’ job involves researching a sensitive subject at PhD level or higher (if applicable)

1. An original version of supporting documents is required; photocopies will not be accepted.
2. All documents must be in English or Welsh. If not, a certified translation is required. Both the translations and the original documents must be submitted to the home office.

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Estimated Processing Timeline

The Home Office takes approximately 4-6 weeks to process applications submitted upon receipt of all required documents. However, the processing time largely depends on the complexities of the personal situation of the beneficiary and whether the initial application contained the relevant and sufficient level of supporting documentation.

Priority Service of 5 or 1 working day(s) are available for entry clearance applications for an additional fee payable to the UKVI (£240 to £800, depending on your current location).

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