You can make an application for a sole representative of an overseas business visa if you are a senior employee of an overseas business and would like to come to the UK to set up and run a UK branch or wholly-owned subsidiary of that business.
Key benefits:
Initial Visa for 3 years (+4 months if from outside UK)
Can extend for another 2 years (Subject to criteria)
Majority shareholders can apply as a dependent (couples)
Can take upto 180 days absence from the UK per year
Can bring your immediate family, spouse & children
Quick processing time - around 8 - 12 weeks
Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) eligibility after 5 years
No need for donation or business investment only
Citizenship can be applied for after 5 years
Eligibility Criteria
Parental company must be operating for over 12 months with good turnover and profitability
Must not be a majority shareholder
Must be recruited and employed outside the UK
Must hold a senior position with authority to make decisions
Must have extensive commercial knowledge of the industry
Must not be actively involved in the running of another company
Must apply from outside the UK, switching visa is not an option
Must have funds to support yourself
English language - CEFR Level A1 speaking & listening