Mark I. Davies, Esq., J.D., University of Pennsylvania Law School, licensed by the SRA (SRA ID: 384468) in the UK, and a member of The Law Society of England & Wales, MBA, Wharton School of Business. Top 10 Investment Visa Lawyer. Licensed in the USA. Georgia State Bar member. AILA member.
UK Immigration Lawyer for Business, Investor and US Visa Matters
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- Agriculture & Commodities Industry Practice
- Commercial Manufacturing & Production Industry Group
- Energy Practice Group
- Fashion Industry
- Information Technology
- Logistics & Warehousing Practice
- Retail Practice
- Startup & Emerging Business
- Mobile Application & Social Media
- India Practice Group
- Investors and Entrepreneurs
- Consulting & Service Oriented Businesses
- Visa Franchise Practice
- Mining
- Financial
- Medical Professionals
- Moving from Australia to US
- Emigrate to & from Canada
- Moving from Germany to US
- Grenada Citizenship by investment
- Moving from India to US
- Italian Citizenship & Residency
- Moving from Philippines to US
- Portuguese Residency By Investment
- Moving from Singapore to US
- Moving from Taiwan to US
- Turkish Citizenship
- Moving from Vietnam to US
Davies & Associates advises entrepreneurs, investors, companies and UK nationals on UK immigration and US visa options. The firm assists with business immigration, investor visa planning, US visas for UK citizens, UK expansion routes, the new Global Talent design pathway, and legacy visa issues such as Sole Representative and Start-up visa extensions.
Need advice on a UK or US visa strategy? Contact Davies & Associates to speak with an immigration lawyer about your business, investor or cross-border immigration options.
UK Immigration and US Visa Advice for Entrepreneurs, Investors and Companies
Davies & Associates advises entrepreneurs, investors, companies and UK nationals on UK immigration and US visa matters. Our team assists clients with business immigration, investor visa planning, expansion into the United Kingdom, and US visa options for UK citizens and UK-based companies.
For businesses expanding between the United Kingdom and the United States, we advise on current and legacy visa routes, including the Innovator Founder visa, the Global Talent visa design pathway, UK expansion routes, E-2 Treaty Investor visas, L1 intracompany transfers, EB-5 investor visas and related family immigration options.
Davies & Associates LLC has an in-depth understanding of UK visa requirements and of the US visa options available to UK nationals and UK-based companies, making the firm a strong source of advice for cross-border moves in either direction.
UK Sole Representative Visa: Legacy Route
The UK Sole Representative route is now closed to new initial applications for overseas businesses seeking to establish a UK branch or subsidiary. Existing Sole Representative visa holders may still be able to extend their permission or apply for settlement, depending on their circumstances.
Overseas companies seeking to open a UK branch or subsidiary should usually consider current business immigration alternatives, including the Global Business Mobility: UK Expansion Worker visa route, where appropriate.
UK Start-up Visa: Closed to Most New Applicants
The UK Start-up visa is now a legacy route. In most cases, new entrepreneurs can no longer apply for this visa unless they already hold a qualifying Start-up endorsement issued before the route closed to new applicants.
Existing Start-up visa holders may still be able to apply for their partner and children to join them. Entrepreneurs who want to build an innovative, viable and scalable business in the UK should consider the UK Innovator Founder Visa.
UK Innovator Founder Visa
The UK Innovator Founder Visa replaced the previous Innovator and Start-up routes and is now one of the main UK visa options for entrepreneurs seeking to establish an innovative, viable and scalable business in the United Kingdom. Applicants must be endorsed by an approved endorsing body before applying.
UK Global Talent Visa: New Design Pathway (from 1 July 2026)
From 1 July 2026, the UK is adding a new Design Industry endorsement pathway to the Global Talent visa. Introduced by the March 2026 Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules (HC 1691), this route is sometimes described as a “UK designer visa.” It is aimed at leading and up-and-coming designers in fields that were not previously catered for under the Global Talent route, such as product, graphic, industrial, digital, UX/UI and game design.
Like other Global Talent categories, the design pathway does not require a job offer, an employer sponsor or a minimum salary. Applicants must instead be endorsed as having exceptional talent (established leaders) or exceptional promise (emerging leaders) on the basis of internationally recognised design work. Successful applicants can usually bring their partner and children, work flexibly in the UK, and may be able to apply for settlement in time. Read more on our dedicated UK Global Talent design pathway page.
US Immigration for UK Nationals and UK Companies
Experience
For twenty years
our firm has had a special focus and understanding of the United Kingdom. We are
recognized as “leading US immigration lawyers who possess unsurpassed expertise
and success assisting UK-based individuals and businesses with their US immigration
needs.”
We understand the cultural differences and the unique issues facing UK citizens considering living, working or permanently relocating to the United States. We also assist US citizens relocating to the United Kingdom.
Unique Understanding of UK Clients -- Solicitors of the Supreme Court of England & Wales
Our UK immigration practice team is composed of the leading US
immigration lawyers who are also dual qualified as Solicitors of the Supreme Court of
England & Wales. We therefore have a unique understanding of our UK clients and
their businesses.
A Note of Caution
A caution is effectively a warning commonly given by the UK police to first-time offenders and University students. While for most domestic purposes “cautions” do not have to be declared to the UK government they do have to be declared to the US immigration authorities. The US embassy in London has been able to “discover” records of cautions in the past. Failure to disclose a caution as part of a US visa application can result in denial of a US visa and, potentially, a ban from future entry to the United States.
Our Approach
While no law firm can guarantee the outcome of a visa application, our team focuses on careful case assessment, document preparation and strategy before filing.
Who do we Help?
We frequently assist UK citizens and corporations navigate the maze of US immigrant and non-immigrant visas. Together with other visa options we assist with E-2 visas, E1 Visas, EB5 Visas, L1 visas for UK companies expanding to the United States, H1-B visas, O visas, green cards and family/marriage based visas.
🎨 Designers – UK Global Talent Design Pathway
From 1 July 2026, designers may qualify for the UK Global Talent visa under the new Design Industry pathway – no job offer, sponsor or salary threshold required. We can also advise on the US O-1 extraordinary ability visa as an alternative.
📜 E-2 Treaty Investor Visa – Resources for UK Nationals
UK nationals can live in the United States and run a business there on the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa. Speak with our E-2 visa lawyers in London, or read our guides to the E-2 visa for UK nationals, E-2 visa costs and fees, and the E-2 application process for UK nationals.
📜 EB-5 Investor Visa – Resources for UK Investors
For UK-based investors seeking US permanent residence, speak with our EB-5 visa lawyers in the UK. Stay current with the latest EB-5 visa news and check current EB-5 visa processing times.
Why UK Nationals and Businesses Work With Davies & Associates
- Cross-border immigration advice for UK and US matters.
- Experience advising entrepreneurs, investors and companies.
- Support for US visa options including E-2, E-1, L1, EB-5, H-1B, O visas and family-based immigration.
- Guidance on UK business immigration, the Global Talent design pathway and legacy UK visa routes.
- Lawyers familiar with the practical issues facing UK citizens, UK companies and international families.
We Understand: Our Unique Perspective
Born in the United Kingdom, Mark I Davies attended law school in the UK and worked in one of the world’s five largest firms in London before emigrating to the United States where he has practiced US immigration law for fifteen years.
The Best US Immigration Solutions
Our firm
is structured to provide our clients with the very best immigration solutions available.
Our focus is not to push clients into a specific visa but to develop immigration
solutions that help you achieve your personal goals.
Local Experience, International expertise
Our firm has direct “on the ground” expertise both in the United Kingdom and the United States. We are familiar with the unique procedures in place at the US embassy in London.
US Consulate in United Kingdom, London
Address33 Nine Elms Ln, SW11 7US, London
Phone
Office: +44-20-7499-9000
US Consulate in United Kingdom, Belfast
Address223 Stranmillis Road, BT9 5GR, Belfast, United Kingdom
About the Authors
Mark I. Davies, Esq.
Chairman of Davies & Associates; focused on E visa strategy and complex consular filings.
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We are known for our creative solutions that obtain "impossible" visas. We solve the most complex immigration problems for businesses, investors, individuals, and families.
Immigration to & Emigration from the United Kingdom Immigration lawyer near meSeveral lawyers told me I would not be able to get a TN visa. Two weeks after contacting Davies & Associates I was working in New York, visa in hand.
Individual seeking 'Impossible' TN VisaD&A was very detail-oriented and very thorough in what they did. They worked on my case 24/7 and were very patient in answering all my questions.
E-2 Visa ClientMy case felt complex but D&A managed the whole process carefully and helped me move seamlessly from one stage to the next.
E2 + CBI ClientD&A was my guiding light through the entire EB-5 process.
EB-5 Visa ClientI would definitely be a big advocate for the rest of my life for anyone wanting to explore the Grenada Citizenship by Investment Programme leading to the E-2 visa. The most important thing is a good team behind you. With Davies & Associates, you're in safe hands... you need someone who can support you on the ground and, again, you are well taken care of by D&A. The people are really warm, very helpful and quite open-minded when it comes to business... Not to mention as a passport it's great from a travel perspective... It's just 4 to 5 hours from New York.
Grenada CBI + E2 Visa ClientThe entire process of getting an EB-5 visa is handled in a professional way by Mark Davies and his team. EB-5 is a wonderful option for anyone considering moving to the United States if you have the means. I was hoping to use the H-1B route for my children, but it became unreliable and so I looked to the EB-5 visa instead. It is great for anyone who has the resources. Mark gives you the first meetings himself which gives you great comfort. Both Mark and Sanjay are abundantly available and I even had the pleasure of hosting them at my house.
Parent of 2 EB-5 visa holdersI'm in the process of extending my L-1 visa. I submitted a few questions regarding my case, and he contacted me back almost immediately, both by email and telephone. Unlike other attorneys I met before, he gave me the impression of knowing off the top of his head what kind of visa I have, and what actions had to be taken to extend it. He is very thorough and clear regarding the process and what to expect in terms of timelines and issues that may arise. He is constantly in contact, so you definitely know he's working on your case.
L-1B Visa HolderMark Davies is a joy to work with. His extensive knowledge, speedy response and attentive service took away all my fears of dealing with immigration and visa applications. He is very generous with his time in explaining every step along the way and I have already and will in the future recommend him to anybody who is looking for an immigration lawyer.
E2 Visa for Small Professional Business With International OfficesDavies & Associates assisted us with an immigration emergency involving my brother's fiancée who was outside the United States. They assisted us in a highly professional manner, working with the relevant US embassy, US immigration and the governments of two other countries. As a result of their efforts the individual involved is now working in the United States. While their knowledge of the law is exemplary what really distinguishes this firm and attorney Davies from any other firm we have worked with is their dedication to customer service and their unrivaled level of professionalism.
Complex Fiancée Visa Need Involving Multiple International JurisdictionsSeveral lawyers told me I would not be able to get a TN visa. Two weeks after contacting Davies & Associates I was working in New York, visa in hand. I have recommended this firm to several friends and colleagues, they do an excellent job every time.
Individual Seeking 'Impossible' TN VisaI was qualified as a physician in a foreign country. Being on a J1 visa I was facing having to leave the United States and return to my home country. Davies & Associates secured one of only 30 J1 visa waivers available in my State, allowing me to work for a US hospital and remain in the United States.
Doctor Seeking J1 Visa WaiverI am very satisfied with the services Mark Davies has provided me. He has a very extensive knowledge in immigration laws and has a thorough approach to any case.
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