Secure your visa to expand your startup

We provide comprehensive support for major tech hubs worldwide. While we are experts in the US O-1 and E-2 pathways, we also specialize in the UK Global Talent Visa, the EU Blue Card across multiple member states, and the UAE Golden Visa. Our coverage extends to specialized work permits in over 50+ countries.

Unlike traditional firms, Deel provides 100% visibility through a centralized dashboard. You and your employees can track application status in real-time, access a secure document wallet for renewals, and receive automated alerts for expiring permits all in the same place you manage payroll and HR.

Yes. We support your expansion from the very first exploratory trip. Our Business Visa service provides short-term travel authorization for over 100 countries, making it easy to conduct market research, attend strategy summits, or meet investors in person. You can manage these short-term trips and your long-term residency applications within the same dashboard, ensuring your momentum never stalls as you transition from visitor to resident.

No, you do not need to have your business established before applying for a visa. However, a detailed business plan and market analysis are often essential components of your immigration application. These documents help demonstrate the viability and potential of your international startup. In some cases, you may need to provide proof of your business idea's innovation and potential for growth.

This is one of Deel’s core advantages for scaling startups. You can use our Employer of Record (EOR) infrastructure to sponsor your own work permit or residency. This allows you to establish a physical presence and lead your company on the ground immediately, while you decide if or when to incorporate a local subsidiary.

To apply for a founder visa, you typically need to complete an application form and submit supporting documents. In the US, for example, you would file a visa petition with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

In Europe, the application process may involve submitting your business plan to a designated authority for evaluation. It’s crucial to ensure all required documents are in order and translated into the host country’s official language, such as English, if necessary.

Deel is built to handle your entire expansion roadmap. Once you are settled, you can use our hr platform to hire full-time employees or contractors in 150+ countries instantly. Whether you need a local team in your new headquarters or a distributed engineering pod in another region, we provide the payroll, compliance, and HR tools to scale without the administrative overhead.

Absolutely. Most high-skilled and founder pathways including the UK Global Talent and EU Blue Card allow for dependent visas. We manage the complex legal documentation for your spouse and children alongside your own application to ensure your family move is as seamless as your business expansion.

We prioritize speed and quality by handling most of the process with our in-house immigration lawyers. This allows us to offer strict SLAs, dedicated one-on-one support for your hires, and access to "office hours" to ensure your team feels supported throughout their relocation.