Sovereign AI Visa Reimbursement Scheme

This grant reimburses eligible visa-related fees for international hires into qualifying UK-based R&D roles at supported AI companies. It covers costs such as Certificate of Sponsorship fees, visa application fees, health surcharge, skills charge and priority processing, paid after the visa is granted and the hire starts. It is limited to Sovereign AI portfolio companies and a small number of other supported firms.

Amount: £500 — £151,650
Type: Grant

Key facts

Key facts for Sovereign AI Visa Reimbursement Scheme
Amount	£500 — £151,650
Issuer	Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade
Who can apply	Private sector organisations
Deadline	Closes 31 Mar 2030

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