At present, Sole Representative visa application is outside the Point Based Systems. You need to meet the following basic requirements for this type of visa:
·         Initial visa will be issued for 3 years, renewable for further 2 years;
·         be recruited and employed outside the UK by a company whose headquarters and principal place of business are outside the UK
·         have extensive related industry experience and knowledge
·         hold a senior position within the company (but not be a major shareholder) and have full authority to make decisions on its behalf
·         intend to establish the company’s first commercial presence in the UK, eg a registered branch or a wholly owned subsidiary