Representative of an Overseas Business visa
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Representative of an Overseas Business visa
Representative of an Overseas Business visa
United Kingdom · Work
What it is
For employees of an overseas newspaper, news agency or broadcasting organisation posted on a long-term assignment to the UK. New applications are for media representatives only, the sole-representative branch is closed.
Key facts
- Category
- Work
- Duration
- The visa lets you stay in the UK for an initial period of 3 years. You may be able to extend your visa for another 2 years.
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
- Maximum validity
- 5 years
- Extendable
- Yes
- Path to permanent residence
- Direct route
- Dependants
- Yes
- English requirement
- CEFR A1 (or degree taught in English)
- How to apply
- Online
- Health insurance
- Not required
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.
Fees
- Application fee (apply from outside the UK)
- GBP 819
- Application fee (apply/extend/switch from inside the UK)
- GBP 943
Key requirements
- Employed by an overseas newspaper, news agency or broadcaster
- Posted on a long-term assignment to the UK
- Intend to work full time for your employer
Working on this visa
You can: work for your employer, full time ... You cannot: work for yourself or any other business
Bringing family
bring your family (‘dependants’) with you to the UK
Money you must show
To be eligible for this visa you must: have enough money…
Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 19 July 2026.