Counton Global Mobility Solutions

What Counton Global Mobility Solutions does

Counton Global Mobility Solutions (唐顿国际) is a privately-held immigration consultancy founded in 2010 and headquartered in London, with additional offices in Douglas, Isle of Man, and Lisbon, Portugal. The firm delivers UK-focused immigration legal services, including Skilled Worker, Innovator, spouse/partner, parent, child student, and 10-year long-term residency pathways, supplemented by Isle of Man immigration and Portugal Golden Residence Permit programs. Its core operational technology consists of a WeChat official account (counton08) and Mini Program, supported by active content distribution on Xiaohongshu and WeChat Video, used to source, consult, and serve Chinese-speaking clients across multiple time zones. The company claims to have handled over 10,000 complex immigration cases and holds a unique recommendation from the Isle of Man Government as the only Chinese-language immigration legal service provider, which underpins a privileged Innovator visa endorsement pipeline.

The firm operates a sales-led, direct-to-consumer professional services model with free initial consultations and assessment-driven conversion. Revenue is generated through case-based professional service fees layered on top of statutory UK Home Office fees, NHS surcharges, and, for Portugal, property investment-linked engagements (500,000 euro and 350,000 euro tiers). An employer-matching data asset connects candidates to verified UK sponsors, with claimed CoS approval in one working day for overseas applications, and the firm conducts structured mock interview preparation (up to six rounds) for Home Office interviews. Beyond immigration, the company cross-sells overseas property and investment services in the UK and Portugal, and offers end-to-end settlement support including education and healthcare coordination for inbound families. The target customer base is concentrated in the Chinese-speaking demographic, primarily families seeking UK relocation for education and lifestyle, Chinese students transitioning to UK work visas, and property-linked investors pursuing EU residency.

Name

Counton Global Mobility Solutions

Legal name

Counton Global Mobility Solutions Limited

Website

https://countongms.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Counton Global Mobility Solutions (唐顿国际) is a London-headquartered, privately-held immigration consultancy founded in 2010, serving primarily Chinese families, students, and investors with UK, Isle of Man, and Portugal immigration and overseas property services across three offices.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Immigration Legal Services

NAICS

Travel Agencies (56151)

SIC

Services-Employment Agencies (7361)

akta.pro primary industry

Immigration Legal Services & Representation (Law Firms) (THACAKAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Global Mobility, Immigration & Relocation (BPACAPAN), Global Mobility, Immigration & Work Permit Services (BPACAHAD), Global Mobility, Immigration & Relocation Administration Outsourcing (BPACAKAM), Immigration, Visa & Work Authorization Support (HSAKAJAF), Immigration, Visa & Work Permit Support (Relocation-Related) (HSAKACAH), Destination Immigration Services (In-Country Registration, Residence Permits, Renewals) (THACAKAI)

Keywords

• Immigration legal services
• UK visa consulting
• Work visa sponsorship
• Investor visa programs
• Overseas property advisory

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Immigration Legal Services: The company generates revenue through providing immigration legal consultancy services, including visa application processing, legal representation, and advisory services for UK immigration including work visas, innovator visas, and other immigration pathways. Revenue comes from service fees charged for professional legal assistance throughout the immigration process.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Counton Global Mobility Solutions is a UK-headquartered immigration legal services and consultancy firm providing visa application processing, employer matching for work visas, legal representation, and settlement advisory for Chinese-speaking individuals and families. The firm covers UK, Isle of Man, and Portugal immigration pathways including Skilled Worker visas, Innovator visas, family and spouse visas, and Golden Visa property-linked residency, complemented by overseas property and investment advisory services.

Product overview

Counton Global Mobility Solutions operates as a comprehensive immigration consulting platform offering multiple interconnected services. The core portfolio centers on UK immigration pathways including Skilled Worker visas, Innovator visas, and family reunification visas, complemented by Isle of Man immigration services providing an alternative 3-year residency route. The service line extends to Portugal Golden Visa programs through property investment, and encompasses visa services for all UK visa categories, overseas work permit employer matching, and long-term residency planning including 10-year continuous residence applications. The company serves Chinese-speaking clients primarily, providing end-to-end immigration consulting from initial assessment through to permanent residency acquisition.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• UK Immigration Services (英国移民服务) Comprehensive UK immigration consulting covering multiple visa pathways including Skilled Worker visa, Innovator visa, and family visas for individuals and families seeking UK residency. Targeted at Chinese-speaking individuals and families pursuing UK residency and settlement.
• Isle of Man Immigration (马恩岛移民) Special immigration pathway to the Isle of Man offering a faster 3-year path to permanent residency with lower investment requirements and simplified employment criteria compared to UK mainland routes. Includes Innovator visa green-channel applications via direct relationship with the Isle of Man Economic Development Department.
• Skilled Worker Visa (工作签证/工签) UK Skilled Worker visa processing including employer sponsorship matching, CoS application, interview preparation (including up to 6 rounds of mock interviews), and a 5-year path to permanent residency for families. Targeted at Chinese workers and graduates seeking UK employment-sponsored residency.
• Innovator Visa (创新家签证) UK Innovator visa with a 3-year path to permanent residency, featuring lower investment requirements than previous entrepreneur visa programs. Includes end-to-end endorsement and visa application support.
• Spouse/Partner Visa (配偶签证) UK spouse and partner visa application services for family reunification, with a 5-year path to permanent residency. Targeted at Chinese applicants with UK-resident partners or family members.
• Parent of Child Student Visa (陪读签证) Parent visa for parents of children aged 4-11 studying in UK private schools, allowing parents to accompany their children during their UK education. Targeted at Chinese families with children enrolled in UK private education.
• 10-Year Residency (十年永居) Long-term UK residency pathway through continuous lawful residence in the UK for 10 years, with specialised calculation of absence periods under the most recent UK rules. Targeted at Chinese long-term residents pursuing ILR eligibility.
• UK Visa Application Services (签证服务) Complete UK visa application services covering all visa types including personal, business, employer-sponsored, and tourist visas, as well as appeal services for refusals. Targeted at Chinese applicants requiring broader visa support beyond residency pathways.
• Overseas Work Permit / Employer Matching (海外工签) Employer matching services connecting foreign workers with UK employers offering Skilled Worker visas, covering white-collar, blue-collar, management, and entrepreneurship positions. Targeted at Chinese workers seeking UK employer-sponsored work visas.
• Portugal Golden Visa (葡萄牙黄金签证) Portugal Golden Residence Permit program offering €500,000 or €350,000 property investment pathways to EU residency with family inclusion. Targeted at Chinese high-net-worth individuals seeking EU residency through real estate investment.
• Overseas Property Services (海外房产服务) Property acquisition services in the UK and Portugal, including the €500,000 and €350,000 property-linked immigration programs. Targeted at Chinese investors seeking overseas property for residence-linked investment purposes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Work visa CoS approval in 1 working day for overseas applications
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Isle of Man Government - Economic Development DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Counton is the only Chinese-language immigration legal service provider recommended by the Isle of Man government. Since 2017, they have established long-term cooperation with the Isle of Man government, helping introduce investment projects to the island. They have direct connections with Isle of Man immigration officials for case processing and personally communicate with immigration officers to ensure smooth visa approvals for applicants. They were recognized as the most trusted immigration legal consultancy in 2019.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Yimin Jiayuan (移民家园): Major China-based immigration platform and marketplace connecting Chinese applicants with overseas immigration advisors including UK and European providers. Comparable on Chinese-diaspora demand aggregation; competes for the same end customer though typically as a lead source rather than law firm.

Direct peers

• Gherson Solicitors: London-based immigration law firm with a long-standing focus on Chinese-speaking clients seeking UK visas, nationality, and investor immigration. Directly comparable as a Mandarin-capable boutique offering UK Skilled Worker, Innovator, and family visa services similar to Counton.
• Richmond Chambers: UK immigration barristers' chambers specializing in complex Skilled Worker, Innovator, and judicial-review / appeal work. Comparable to Counton on UK visa advocacy and refusal-representation services, particularly appeals which Counton also markets.
• Smith Stone Walters: UK specialist immigration law firm serving corporate and private clients across Skilled Worker, Global Business Mobility, and Innovator routes. Comparable to Counton in the UK employment-visa and business-visa segment, though with broader geographic client mix beyond Chinese diaspora.
• Aston Brooke Solicitors: London immigration law firm with significant Chinese-language capability serving Skilled Worker, Spouse, and Innovator visa clients. Direct competitor to Counton in the Mandarin-speaking UK immigration segment.
• Lawrence Stephens Solicitors: Mid-market London firm with a dedicated immigration team covering Skilled Worker, Sponsor Licence, and Innovator visa work. Comparable UK immigration product mix to Counton though without the Isle of Man or Portugal offices.
• Get Golden Visa (formerly Holborn Assets / Global Citizen Solutions): Advisory firm specializing in European Golden Visa and residency-by-investment programs including Portugal, Malta, and Greece. Direct competitor to Counton on Portugal Golden Visa and broader Europe residency pathways serving HNW Chinese applicants.

Others

• Relocate.world / Migrate World: Global mobility advisory and content platform covering UK, EU, and broader immigration pathways. Thematically related to Counton's mission of guiding Chinese applicants through complex overseas immigration, though operating as an information portal rather than legal counsel.

Broad incumbents

• Fragomen: Global leader in immigration law with deep UK presence serving corporate employers and HNW individuals across work, investor, and family visas. Comparable on product overlap but operates at far greater scale with global, multi-jurisdictional capability versus Counton's Chinese-diaspora niche.
• Kingsley Napley: Full-service London law firm with a well-regarded immigration department covering Skilled Worker, Innovator Founder, family, and human-rights matters. Overlaps with Counton on UK immigration pathways but serves a broader client mix and has substantially greater resources.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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