UK Tier 1 Investor Visa Ended Explainer

The UK Tier 1 Investor visa is closed to new initial applications. GOV.UK guidance states that applications made at or after 16:00 GMT on February 17, 2022 are void and not considered.

For legacy-deadline planning, use the extension and settlement guide. For current alternatives, use the investment residence alternatives guide. The structured route record is UK Tier 1 Investor Visa.

Quick Answer

The UK no longer accepts new Tier 1 Investor initial applications. Existing and former holders may still need to understand extension, entry clearance, settlement, dependant, and investment-maintenance rules, but the route is a legacy category.

Key Dates

Date	Event
February 17, 2022 at 16:00 GMT	Route closed to new initial applications
February 17, 2026	GOV.UK guidance deadline for remaining extension-style applications
February 17, 2028	GOV.UK guidance deadline for settlement applications

What Closure Means

Reader Situation	Practical Focus
New investor	Use another UK route; Tier 1 Investor is not available
Current Tier 1 Investor holder	Check extension deadline position and settlement timing
Former holder	Check whether any legacy application route remains available
Dependant	Review dependant permission separately
Adviser or bank	Keep source-of-funds, investment, and account evidence complete

Editorial Status

This article was checked against official sources on July 22, 2026. It is informational only and is not immigration, legal, tax, investment, securities, banking, AML, family, or relocation advice.