Switch to this visa
It is possible to switch to a UK Tier 1 Investor Visa, if you are able to meet all UK visa requirements, and are in the UK under one of the following UK immigration visa categories :
- Tier 1 (General)
- Tier 1 (Entrepreneur)
- Tier 1 (Post–study work)
- Any Tier 2 category
However, it should be noted that you must apply before your current UK Immigration visa expires.