Apply for the Global Growth Programme
Apply for the ultimate UK Market Entry Support via the Global Growth Programme
Our unique programme facilitates the launch of international companies into the UK market, giving them all the support they need to swiftly set-up and scale in the United Kingdom.
Are you interested in entering the UK market and locating your business at the heart of the West Midlands fast paced, thriving technology sector? If your business meets the application criteria below, register your interest now.
It’s time to take your business to the next level.
Am I eligible for the Global Growth Programme?
The West Midlands Global Growth Programme is available to companies that meet the following criteria:
- A foreign-owned business: Your business must either be a wholly owned subsidiary/branch of a non-UK company OR a UK company with at least 10% of the shareholding held by a non-UK organisation
- A technology-led business operating in either the Future Mobility, CleanTech, HealthTech/MedTech, or Digital Technology (e.g. FinTech, EdTech) sectors
- A clear UK strategy and plan: Your business must have researched the opportunity to expand in the UK and confirmed the need to set up a new UK presence, along with a plan to deliver this
- Work Visas (if appropriate): All relevant staff members must be legally entitled to work in the UK. They must obtain a UK Work Visa or have a UK Passport before a company can start the programme
- A UK company entity: Your business must be either a new UK company with a registered address in the West Midlands Combined Authority area or where there is an existing UK company, an intention to have a trading address within the West Midlands Combined Authority area
- A clear intent to build a team in the West Midlands: You need to be prepared to deploy at least one member in the West Midlands region for at least five days per month throughout the programme, with a plan for up to 3 people to be present in the region within nine months and to recruit at least ten local staff members within the region within three years
GLOBAL GROWTH PROGRAMME APPLICATION FAQS
What happens if my application is successful? What are the next steps?
If your application is successful, we will invite you to choose your Innovation Hub and book a meeting to organise your next steps. These could include introducing you to our partners who can assist in your visa requirements, aiding you with your Companies House registration, creating a UK business bank account, and more. We will tailor support to suit your needs. The last thing to do is to select your landing date in the region!
What happens if my application is unsuccessful?
If your application is unsuccessful, we will introduce you to another member of the West Midlands Growth Company team who can assist you in your UK expansion.
How long will the vetting process take? How long after submitting my application will I know if I’ve been successful?
We aim to provide you with a response to your application within ten working days of submission.
When do applications close?
We will be accepting applications until March 2026 – they may close sooner if all 15 spaces are filled.
What will I need to provide in my application?
When you are invited to apply, we will provide you with full details of what you need to include in your application.
How will you select successful applicants?
We will assess your company based on alignment with our criteria. We want to ensure the companies on the programme are the right fit and that the Global Growth Programme is right for you.
Can I reapply if I’m unsuccessful? When can I reapply?
We will let you know if reapplying in the future is right for you.
Any further questions?
If you have any more questions or queries, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
You can email our team of experts with your question and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
