海外首席代表簽證
海外首席代表簽證
這類簽證是為那些準備在馬恩島和英國開設海外業務的首席商業代表設置的，比如說設立全資子公司和公司海外代表處。
馬恩島為那些要求派駐首席代表並將馬恩島作為首要基地的海外公司提供了諸多便利。這通常意味著公司會指派一海外業務駐外代表。
以海關及稅收為目的，馬恩島和英國本土屬同一區域。這樣的話，任何一家馬恩島的公司都可以進口貨物，並從馬恩島低稅收和零企業税的政策中獲利，而這些貨物並不一定非得是進口到馬恩島的實物。
到馬恩島的海外首席代表必須受雇於位於馬恩島和英國以外的公司，而且必須在馬恩島和英國本土以外受聘用。這個首席代表必須具備豐富的從業經驗和專業知識，並且已經是公司的高管，可以代表公司做出決定。但是，這個首席代表又不能是公司的主要股東。
這類簽證的申請需要對海外公司的包括公司財務預測及企業數據等在內的支撐文件，和金利律師行一起，做特別細緻的準備。
鑒於這類申請所要求文件的複雜性，值得考慮的是，海外首席代表簽證是最好的選擇呢或者還有其他更適合的類型。
可以替代這類簽證的是工作簽證（公司內部轉換）和英國祖系入境簽證。金利律師行會根據商業公司及其代表的實際情況，確保選擇最合適的路徑。
Common Questions
How good does my English need to be?
You will need to demonstrate your English level in a way prescribed under the Immigration Rules, for instance by passing an IELTS Life Skills SELT test at CEFR level A1 in speaking and listening. Level A1 is a basic level of English, and if after five years you expect to seek Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), you will need to demonstrate a higher standard of English, for instance by passing an IELTS Life Skills SELT test at CEFR level B1 in speaking and listening.
Can I bring my family?
Yes, this category allows a spouse or partner and minor children to move with the main applicant, and they can work, subject to work permits and conditions set out in the Immigration Rules. Older children may need to be considered as a separate case: Kinley Legal can advise on this.
Can I live in the UK on this visa?
This visa is based upon work in the Isle of Man, and you will need to be employed in and based in the Isle of Man. If your work requires you to travel, this is permitted. Provided that you comply with the conditions of the visa, the UK recognises the right of the holder to visit the UK.
Do I need a criminal record certificate to obtain this visa?
No, but you and your dependants will be required to disclose any criminal convictions as part of the visa application.
Do I need to pay NHS Surcharge?
No, there is no NHS Surcharge in the Isle of Man. This means that the costs of making an Isle of Man visa application are often considerably cheaper than in the UK.
Do I need a work permit in addition to my visa?
This type of visa does not automatically exempt the main applicant or dependants from the requirement to obtain an Isle of Man work permit. However, whether or not a work permit is required will depend on the job you intend to do, and your personal circumstances. Kinley Legal can help assess whether or not a work permit is required.
Do I need to spend all my time in the Isle of Man?
No, you can travel, but you will be expected to be employed and based in the Isle of Man throughout.
Can I work on this visa, other than for my main employer?
No. On this visa, you are not permitted to work except in representing the overseas business.
Does this category lead to ILR and British citizenship?
Representatives and their dependants may apply for ILR after five years, and for British citizenship after a further one year.
I applied for this visa, but have been refused. Can Kinley Legal help?
Yes, contact us as soon as possible so we can discuss your options. Unlike in the UK, in the Isle of Man applicants have a full right of appeal against immigration decisions, which means that if you have wrongly been refused, an appeal can often be heard by an independent immigration judge within weeks.
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