Visa Support

International Trade Council Assistance for Registered Delegates

The International Trade Council understands how important it is for every registered delegate to be able to attend the Go Global Awards in London. Navigating visa requirements can be daunting, but we are committed to offering real, tangible support throughout your application process—while respecting UK immigration laws and requirements.

What We Provide to Registered Delegates

Once you are fully registered and your place is confirmed, the International Trade Council will provide a comprehensive suite of supporting documents to strengthen your UK visa application:

• Official Letter of Invitation: Each confirmed delegate will receive a formal invitation letter, personally addressed, stating the nature of the event, your role, and key event details.
• Public Listing on the Event Website: To support your application, your name (and organization, if applicable) will be included on the official list of delegates on our website.
• Social Media Proof of Invitation: We will announce your participation and invitation through our official social media channels, which you can use as evidence of your invitation prior to lodging your visa.

These steps offer transparent, independently-verifiable proof of your genuine invitation to the Go Global Awards.

Please Note:
The actual UK visa application must be submitted by you, the delegate, directly to your local UK diplomatic office, consulate, or application centre. The International Trade Council cannot apply on your behalf or guarantee the outcome, but our documentation will demonstrate your bona fide participation and support your application with credible evidence.

What to Prepare Before Lodging Your UK Visa Application

A strong visa application is based on credible, well-documented evidence. Before submitting your application, we recommend preparing the following documents and supporting materials:

• Business Bank Statements: Recent (usually 6 months) statements for your company’s bank account, showing regular activity and stability.
• Personal Bank Statements: Latest statements to show your personal financial standing.
• Proof of Address: A recent utility bill, lease agreement, or official correspondence confirming your home address.
• Proof of Company Registration: Your business should be registered for at least two years; include certificates of incorporation and any renewals or filings.
• Customer List: Details of clients both local and abroad. This demonstrates business activity and international connections.
• Major Projects Portfolio: Documentation or summaries of key projects your company has delivered.
• Company Brochures & Business Card: Include a current brochure and your business card as evidence of genuine business activity.
• Proof of Marriage, Children, or Family Ties: Marriage certificate, children’s birth certificates, or other official records to prove strong personal ties to your home country—crucial for demonstrating your intent to return after the event.
• Any other evidence of returning to your country: This could include proof of property ownership, employment contracts, letters from local organizations, membership certificates in local or foreign organizations etc.

Bringing together these documents will not only strengthen your case but also speed up the process should the UK authorities request additional evidence.

Additional Tips

• Start early: Visa processing times can vary. Begin your application as soon as you are registered and have your ITC documentation in hand.
• Double-check requirements: Each UK embassy or consulate may have slightly different rules. Review the guidance for your location.
• Translations: Any documents not in English should be accompanied by a certified translation.

The International Trade Council is here to support you at every step. If you have questions about the invitation process or need further clarification about documentation, please reach out to our team. We want to help you showcase your business achievements at the Go Global Awards—right in the heart of London.

We look forward to welcoming you!