Atlys enters the UK market with the acquisition of Artionis, introducing fast, digital visa processing and expanding its workforce to enhance travel solutions.
Atlys Enters the UK Market with a Bold Move
Atlys, the rapidly growing digital visa platform, has announced its entry into the UK market, marking a significant milestone in its global expansion. The move follows a successful $20 million funding round, enabling the company to extend its cutting-edge visa solutions to British travellers and expatriates.
Strategic Acquisition of Artionis
As part of this expansion, Atlys has completed the all-cash acquisition of Artionis, a well-established UK-based visa services firm. The acquisition brings 40 visa specialists into Atlys’s fold, with operations in key cities such as London, Manchester, and Edinburgh. Looking ahead, the company aims to double its UK workforce to 80 employees by the end of the year, reinforcing its commitment to streamlining the visa application process for a market where 36% of residents either hold non-UK passports or prefer a self-service visa model.
“Expanding to the UK represents more than just market growth – it’s about creating a more equitable travel ecosystem,” said Mohak Nahta, Founder and CEO of Atlys. “Our platform is designed to make international travel accessible to everyone, regardless of their passport strength, and the UK’s strategic position will help us extend this impact across Europe.”
Transforming the UK Visa Application Process
Artionis has built a strong reputation for its exclusive rights in handling UK-to-Russia visa applications, an area that requires meticulous precision and compliance expertise. By integrating Artionis’ capabilities, Atlys intends to modernize the application process, eliminate unnecessary paperwork, and provide applicants with accurate approval timelines supported by refund assurances. With the acquisition, the company will implement an entirely digital-first approach, reducing the standard visa processing time to under five minutes while cutting costs and enhancing accessibility.
Atlys’ Growing Global Footprint
Since its inception in 2021, Atlys has facilitated over two million visa applications worldwide. This expansion into the UK follows its 2024 foray into the UAE, where the platform catered to an increasing demand from expatriates seeking hassle-free visa solutions. As the global travel industry rebounds, with projections estimating international arrivals to reach 1.8 billion by 2030 and the sector surpassing $9 trillion in value, Atlys is positioning itself as a key player in the future of borderless travel.
Expanding Beyond Visa Services
Beyond visas, Atlys envisions transforming into an all-in-one travel ecosystem. The company has outlined ambitious plans to introduce complementary travel services such as eSIMs, Forex solutions, travel insurance, and curated experiences. By continuously expanding its offerings, Atlys is reinforcing its mission to empower global travellers with seamless and efficient solutions—irrespective of their passport strength or travel needs.
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