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Graduate Entrepreneur visa (Tier 1)
Overview
You can no longer apply for a new Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) visa.
If you want to set up a business in the UK you can apply for a Start-up visa instead.
If you already have a Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) visa
You can still switch into a Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) visa.
You can no longer extend your Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) visa at the end of the first year. You must apply to switch to a Start-up visa instead.
You must apply to switch visas before your current visa expires.
You cannot settle in the UK on this visa.