Small Businesses & Startups
Business Visa Services for Small Businesses & Startups
You don't need a global mobility team to send your people abroad. Our small business program gives startups, small teams, and independent consultants the same specialist support our corporate clients get, scaled to your actual volume — no minimum, no contract lock-in.
Sized for Teams Like Yours
Our small business program is priced per application. No minimum annual volume, no contract to sign, and no dedicated HR contact needed on your side.
✓ No minimum volume
Send one visa or fifty per year — the same specialist team supports you either way. Nothing is priced around a fixed annual commitment.
✓ No contract lock-in
Pay per application. Use the service occasionally, seasonally, or continuously — whatever fits your business.
✓ Same specialists, same guidance
Our specialists have 12+ years of business visa experience, gained in corporate global mobility work. Small business clients get the same expertise, not a stripped-down version.
✓ Government-source-backed
Every requirement, fee, and processing time we cite is drawn from official government sources. See our sources page for the complete list.
How It Works for Small Teams
Tell us your route
Share the traveler's nationality, destination, and travel dates. Our specialists confirm the visa category and required documents.
Get a tailored quote
Within 24 hours on weekdays, we send a quote covering government fees, service fee, and processing timeline for your specific route.
We handle the paperwork
Document review, form preparation, appointment booking where needed, and submission tracking — all managed by your specialist.
Track and travel
We update you at each stage — submission, appointment, decision. Once approved, you're ready to travel.
Popular Destinations for Small Business Travel
Click any destination for a detailed guide covering visa category, processing time, required documents, and government fees.
Small Business Scenarios We Handle Daily
Real examples of the kinds of teams and situations our small business program is designed for.
📊 The 8-person consulting firm
Two partners need Schengen business visas to visit a European client for a 5-day workshop. They'll travel two or three times a year but don't need an ongoing program. Starter plan, per-application pricing, no contract.
🚀 The seed-stage startup
A US SaaS startup is sending its first engineer to Berlin to work with a partner team for two weeks. Founder has never navigated business visa paperwork before. Specialist walks them through document requirements and books the consulate appointment.
🏭 The specialty importer
Small US restaurant supply company travels to Vietnam twice a year to inspect suppliers. Needs B-1 equivalent handling and coordination with local counterparts. Recurring travel handled without an annual retainer.
👤 The independent consultant
Solo consultant traveling to Dubai for a two-week client engagement. Unsure whether tourist entry or a formal business visa is needed for the specific activities planned. We confirm the correct visa category before applying.
How Is This Different From the Corporate Service?
Both plans use the same specialist team and destination coverage. The difference is in the commercial structure and features that larger organizations need.
Not applying on behalf of a business at all? Individual applications are handled separately.
| Feature | Small Business (Starter) | Corporate |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Per application | Volume-based tiers |
| Minimum annual volume | None | Volume tiers unlock lower per-application rates |
| Contract length | No contract | Annual agreement |
| Dedicated account manager | Shared specialist support | Yes |
| Reporting & process fit | Email updates | Your format and cadence |
| Compliance reporting | Status updates by email | Posted Workers, A1 certs, custom reports |
| Co-branded employee materials | — | Yes |
Need volume pricing and a dedicated account manager? See the corporate service →
Small Business Visa FAQ
Can a small business use Granted Global?
Yes. Our Starter plan is designed for small businesses and startups. There is no minimum team size or annual volume requirement — you can request a single visa or set up an ongoing program depending on your needs. You get the same specialists and the same government-source-backed guidance as our largest clients.
Do I have to sign an annual contract?
No. Small business clients pay per application with no long-term commitment. You can use our service once, occasionally, or continuously as your business needs change. There are no minimum monthly fees or annual retainers.
I'm a sole proprietor or freelancer traveling for business. Do I qualify?
Yes. Sole proprietors, independent consultants, and freelancers routinely use our service for their own business travel. If you're not sure whether you need a business visa or a tourist visa for a particular trip, our team can advise based on the specific meetings, activities, and duration you have planned.
What countries do you cover for small business visas?
We run 8 destination programs: the USA (B-1), the Schengen Area, Canada (TRV), Australia (Subclass 600), Brazil (VITEM II), India (Business e-Visa), Mexico, and the UAE. The Schengen program covers all 29 member countries on one visa. The UK is not one of the eight: a UK ETA is applied for by the traveller through the official app or gov.uk, and our UK guide explains who needs one.
How is this different from the corporate service?
The corporate service is designed for organizations with dedicated HR or global mobility teams, higher annual volumes, and needs like consolidated compliance reporting and co-branded employee materials. The Starter plan for small businesses is per-application, with email support from a named specialist — everything you need without the overhead of a corporate contract. Many clients start with Starter and move up to a corporate program as they grow.
How quickly can we start?
Once you submit a contact request, one of our specialists follows up within 24 hours on weekdays with a tailored quote and next steps. There is no formal onboarding process for the Starter plan — you can typically begin processing your first application within a business day of confirming.
Get a Custom Quote for Your Team
Tell us where you're sending people and roughly how often. We'll come back within 24 hours on weekdays with a tailored quote, document checklist, and processing timeline for your route.
Get Started with Your Visa
Tell us about your travel plans and our visa experts will guide you through the process.
Reminder: Granted Global is a private visa assistance service and is not affiliated with any government agency. You can also apply directly through official government portals, where government fees may be lower. Final visa approval decisions are made by the destination country's authorities. See our sources page for the government authorities we consult.