Our Global Mobility Services
The Global Mobility route offers a streamlined immigration solution for overseas businesses seeking to transfer key staff to the UK. Designed to provide greater flexibility, this route supports international companies in setting up or expanding operations in the UK, or maintaining relationships with clients and suppliers.Whether your goal is to open a UK branch, relocate specialists, or strengthen your presence in the UK market, our expert lawyers can guide you through every step of the process.
What this route offers:
- A clear pathway to UK settlement after 5 years
- Permission to bring a spouse/partner and dependents under 18
- Free UK education for dependents under 18
- Fixed legal fees with no hidden costs—helping your business plan with confidence
Detailed Information About Our Global Mobility Service
The Global Business Mobility Visa is tailored for overseas businesses seeking to establish or expand their presence in the UK while transferring key personnel. Designed under the UK’s points-based immigration system, this route supports both the commercial goals of UK businesses and the immigration needs of global workers.
This visa category is divided into five distinct routes:
- Senior or Specialist Workers – for experienced professionals transferring to a UK branch of an overseas company.
- Graduate Trainees – for employees undertaking UK placements as part of a structured training program.
- Service Suppliers – for contractors delivering services under UK trade commitments (e.g. GATS agreements).
- Secondment Workers – for employees seconded to a UK business to support high-value contracts or transfers of specialist knowledge.
- UK Expansion Workers – for senior or specialist staff helping to establish a UK branch of an overseas business.
With over 80 years of combined experience, our immigration lawyers have an in-depth understanding of Home Office criteria and procedures. We’ve worked with businesses of all sizes—from startups to multinational corporations—successfully guiding them through the Global Mobility process.
Our dedicated legal team will:
- Assess your eligibility for each Global Mobility route
- Guide you through the sponsorship and documentation process
- Strategically prepare your application to meet Home Office standards
- Provide tailored advice based on your business structure and goals
Whether you’re launching a new UK office or scaling your operations, we’ll ensure your visa process is smooth, compliant, and positioned for success.Contact our team today to explore your options under the Global Business Mobility Visa and discover how we can support your expansion into the UK.
faq
Frequently asked questions
The Global Mobility route is a set of visa categories allowing overseas employees to work in the UK for sponsor licence holders. It is designed for temporary assignments that support international business operations, such as company expansions or specialist projects.
Yes. A Skilled Worker licence does not automatically cover the Global Mobility routes. Your existing licence will need to be upgraded to include these categories. Our team can assist with the upgrade and apply for the priority service to expedite the process.
The Global Mobility visa typically applies to employees being transferred within the same company—similar to the former Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) route. This includes staff who are relocating temporarily to fulfil a role in the UK office of their existing employer.
There are several subcategories under the Global Mobility route, including:
- Service Suppliers – delivering services as part of a UK trade agreement.
- Secondment Workers – transferred to the UK for high-value projects or partnerships.
- Graduate Trainees – part of a structured training programme.
- UK Expansion Workers – helping to establish a new UK branch of an overseas business.
Generally, if the role is long-term or permanent, the Skilled Worker visa is more appropriate. If the employee is on a temporary assignment and expected to return to their home country, the Global Mobility route is likely the better fit. Visasolve can advise on the best route based on your business needs and the nature of the role.