To be eligible for a Service Supplier visa, you must:
- be an employee of an overseas business, or a self-employed service provider based overseas
- be providing a service to a UK business approved as a sponsor by the Home Office, under a contract that is covered by a valid international trade agreement
- be doing an eligible job (if your job is not eligible you may still qualify if you have relevant qualifications and experience)
- have a ‘certificate of sponsorship’ from your UK sponsor with information about the work you’ll be doing in the UK and
- have worked for your employer for at least 12 months outside the UK, or have at least 12 months’ professional experience if you’re a self-employed service provider