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Get endorsement and approval to apply for the Global Talent visa to work in the UK as a leader in arts and culture - architecture, fashion, film, television.
With a Global Talent visa you can work in the UK, if you are a leader or…
You can apply as either a: leader in your field (called ‘exceptional…
You can apply for endorsement if you work in: film television animation…
You can ask for a review if you do not think your endorsement application…
Tech Nation has become part of Founders Forum Group and will continue to assess digital technology applications for the Global Talent visa.
Apply for a Global Talent visa to work in the arts, sciences or digital technology once you have been endorsed as a leader or potential leader.
You can apply for a Global Talent visa to work in the UK if you’re a…
When you apply you’ll need to provide: a valid passport or other document…
Before you apply for the Global Talent visa, you need to have either: won…
Your partner and children can also apply to join you or stay in the UK as…
You can usually apply to extend your stay in the UK if either: you applied…
You might be able to apply to change (‘switch’) to a Global Talent visa if…
Prize lists for achievements in science and the arts that qualify applicants for the Global Talent route.
Guidance on applications for a UK visa or visa extension under Global Talent.
List of authorised endorsing bodies for Global Talent.
Home Office commissioned research exploring experiences of the Global Talent visa process.
Guidance on paying for a faster decision on a Global Talent visa application.
The Global Talent route is for people aged 18 or over in the field of science, engineering, humanities, social science, medicine, digital technology or arts and culture who can show they have exceptional talent or exceptional promise.
Apply for an Innovator Founder visa if you've been endorsed for a business idea: eligibility, documents, extend or switch, bring your family.
List of approved awards databases accepted by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) for Global Talent.
Guidance on the process of how to apply for an endorsement review for Global Talent.
Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan launches new push for career-transforming Skills Bootcamps.
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