From the start Helen was so helpful and…
From the start Helen was so helpful and available for any questions. I would recommend BizBritain to anyone looking to start a small business.
The Start Up Loan approval assessment
Many founders qualify with just an idea.
How likely are you to be approved for a start up loan?
Funding of £500–£25,000 is available through the government-backed Start Up Loans scheme. Take this 60-second assessment to understand how lenders are likely to view your application.
- No credit check
- Instant personalised results
- No obligation
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How it works
Here's how the assessment works
This assessment reviews the core factors considered in a Start Up Loan application. It gives you an early indication of how your application may be viewed before you formally apply.
It's built on over 14 years of experience supporting more than 10,000 entrepreneurs to secure Start Up Loans, totalling over £125 million in funding.
It does not affect your credit score and does not commit you to applying.
Business support partner
Start Up Loans scheme
bizbritain is an official business support partner of the British Business Bank, delivering Start Up Loans as part of a network of business support partners.
14+ years
Start Up Loan experience
10,000+
Entrepreneurs funded
£125m+
In Start Up Loans secured
What's assessed
What the assessment covers
The areas your 60-second assessment looks at to gauge your Start Up Loan approval position.
Eligibility
Basic criteria including age, UK residency and programme requirements.
Credit profile
General indicators within your credit history that may influence approval decisions.
Funding clarity
How clearly you've defined the amount required and how it will be used.
Business stage
Your current stage, from early idea through to initial trading activity.
These factors reflect common review considerations but do not guarantee approval. All applications are subject to assessment and eligibility criteria.
Free 60-second assessment
Check your approval chances now
Answer a few quick questions and see exactly where you stand before you speak to anyone.
- Whether you meet core approval criteria
- What lenders typically assess for early-stage founders
- How strong your approval position may be
- What your next step should be
No credit check · No obligation · Takes under a minute
In their words
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
From founders we've helped through the Start Up Loans application.
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All the support and guidance was…
All the support and guidance was provided from day one, excellent 5 stars
Emily Lynch was amazing
Emily Lynch was amazing! She is extremely knowledgeable, and guided us through the process from start to finish with no hassle at all! It's not easy starting a business, but with BizBritain, the process is most certainly made a lot easier and smoother. Feedback was almost daily, regular updates on the status etc all equals to a great experience. Highly recommended for anyone starting a new business journey.
An excellent experience from start to finish
The application process was thorough, professional and well organised. Communication was always clear, and any requests for additional information were explained in a helpful and constructive manner. A special thank you to Samuel Okide, who was incredibly supportive, patient and responsive throughout the journey. His guidance and encouragement made what could have been a stressful process much easier to navigate, and I always felt informed about the progress of my application. I particularly appreciated the professionalism, transparency and genuine commitment to helping me put forward the strongest possible application. I am delighted that my application was successful and would highly recommend BizBritain to anyone considering a Start Up Loan. Thank you again for all your help and support.
Smooth Business Loan Journey from start to finish
I had an excellent experience with BizBritain throughout my UK business loan journey. From the initial enquiry to the final approval, the process was handled professionally and efficiently. A special thanks to Suhail, who was outstanding throughout the entire process. His communication was always prompt, clear, and professional. He kept me updated at every stage, answered all my questions, and made what could have been a complicated process feel straightforward and stress-free. What impressed me most was how quickly everything was completed. Suhail's dedication, attention to detail, and commitment to helping clients truly made a difference. Thanks to his support, my loan application was processed and completed in a very short time. I would highly recommend BizBritain to anyone looking for business finance, and I especially recommend working with Suhail if you have the opportunity. Thank you for the excellent service!
Ready to check your approval chances?
It takes less than 60 seconds to receive your personalised approval result.
No credit check · No obligation