Visit the UK on a Global Talent Visa

The Global Talent Visa allows exceptional individuals in research, academia, arts and culture, or digital technology to live and work in the UK for up to 5 years. This route recognizes leaders and emerging leaders in their fields, offering flexible and fast-track pathways to settlement.

Depending on your achievements, you may qualify for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 3 years, granting the right to live, work, and study in the UK without time limits. Applicants must either hold an eligible award or obtain an endorsement from an approved UK organization.

Global Talent Visa Eligibility

• Academia & Research: Leaders or potential leaders in fields such as science, medicine, engineering, humanities, or social sciences. Eligible through a UKRI grant, fellowship, or recognized award.
• Arts & Culture: Recognized professionals in areas like film, fashion, dance, theatre, literature, music, or architecture who have demonstrated significant contributions to their field.
• Digital Technology: Experts in fields such as AI, cybersecurity, gaming, fintech, and data science, with proven innovation and industry impact.

Application Process

• Obtain an eligible award or an endorsement from an approved UK body.
• Submit your Global Talent Visa application online.
• Provide required documents such as passport, endorsement letter, and TB test results (if applicable).
• Receive a decision on the endorsement within 5–8 weeks and visa approval thereafter.

Visa Fees and Costs

• Application fee: £716 (for award-based applications).
• Endorsement-based applications are charged in two parts — endorsement fee and visa fee.
• Additional costs include the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) and dependent application fees.

For expert guidance and a smoother application process, Visa2Migrate provides personalized support from eligibility checks to final submission.