Global Talent Visa
Showcase Your Expertise in the UK
A prestigious visa route for leaders and rising stars in science, arts, technology, and academia — with flexibility, freedom, and a pathway to settlement.
What is the Global Talent Visa?
Leaders & Emerging LeadersThe Global Talent Visa is an immigration route for individuals with exceptional talent or exceptional promise in world-class fields. It gives you the freedom to live and work in the UK without being tied to one employer.
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Science & Engineering
Research breakthroughs, patents, leading publications.
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Humanities
Influential scholarship, awards, notable bodies of work.
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Digital Technology
Founders, CTOs, key engineers, open-source leaders.
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Arts & Culture
Film, fashion, architecture, music, visual arts, design.
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Academia
University appointments, major grants, global impact.
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Why it stands out:
work for any employer, freelance, start a business, and move towards ILR (3–5 years) — all without salary thresholds or sponsorship.
Key Benefits of the Global Talent Visa
Flexible, future-proof, and designed for leaders and rising stars across science, tech, arts, and academia.
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Work Freedom
No sponsorship or job offer required — work for any employer, freelance, or start a business.
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Bring Your Family
Dependants (partner & children) can join you and access UK opportunities.
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Fast Track to ILR
Settle in 3 years if endorsed as Exceptional Talent, or 5 years for Exceptional Promise.
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No Salary Threshold
Unlike other work routes, there’s no minimum salary requirement.
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Total Flexibility
Collaborate on multiple projects, switch roles, and work across sectors with ease.
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Bonus: After ILR, you can apply for British citizenship in 1 year.
Who can apply for the Global Talent Visa?
Two endorsement tracks, plus clear criteria you’ll need to meet.
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Exceptional Talent
Recognised leaders in their field with major achievements and impact.
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Exceptional Promise
Emerging leaders who show strong potential, innovation, and influence.
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Endorsement from an approved UK body (e.g., Tech Nation, Royal Society, Arts Council England).
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Field-specific criteria such as publications, awards, portfolio, patents, or leadership.
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Strong evidence pack that proves your achievements and future potential.
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Without endorsement: meet the strict points route where available for your sector.
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Valid passport/ID and documents for any dependants (if applying with family).
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No salary threshold — but you must continue work aligned to your endorsed field.
Application Process
From endorsement to visa decision — a clear two-stage journey.
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Endorsement stage
Apply to the relevant endorsing body with your evidence pack (typical decision ~8 weeks).
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Evidence & portfolio
Publications, awards, press, code/repos, exhibitions, recommendations.
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Visa application
Once endorsed, complete the online visa form and pay the fee.
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Biometrics
Provide fingerprints and photo; upload supporting documents.
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Decision & arrival
Get your decision and start your UK journey. Move towards ILR in 3–5 years.
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Required Documents
Prepare a strong evidence pack. Typical items include:
- ✅ Endorsement letter from a UK-approved body
- ✅ Valid passport or travel document
- ✅ Evidence of achievements (publications, awards, portfolio, code, press)
- ✅ Recommendation letters & supporting statements (as per body rules)
- ✅ Proof of identity for dependants (if applying with family)
- ✅ Any additional evidence requested by the endorsing body
How long can you stay?
Choose a period that fits your plans — then move towards settlement.
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Initial grant
Stay up to 5 years initially (you can choose 1–5 years).
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ILR timeline
3 years (Exceptional Talent) or 5 years (Exceptional Promise).
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After ILR
Apply for British citizenship after 1 year of permanent residence.
How we can help
Expert support from first check to settlement.
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Eligibility assessment
Confirm your route, track, and evidence gaps.
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Portfolio curation
Structure publications, awards, repos, press, & references.
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Endorsement application
Draft forms & statements aligned to the body’s criteria.
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Visa submission
Online application, biometrics prep, and document bundle.
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ILR & citizenship
Plan for settlement and the final citizenship step.
Why choose us?
Trusted advisors for Global Talent cases across tech, science, arts, and academia.
🥇 Expert knowledge
Deep familiarity with endorsement criteria.
Deep familiarity with endorsement criteria.
🧭 Personalised guidance
Strategy tailored to your track & evidence.
Strategy tailored to your track & evidence.
📈 Proven success
Strong outcomes across sectors.
Strong outcomes across sectors.
💬 Transparent fees
No surprises—clear pricing from the start.
No surprises—clear pricing from the start.
Ready to start your Global Talent journey?
We’ll help you position your achievements, secure endorsement, and submit a strong visa application — with clear steps to ILR and citizenship.
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