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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.

• Overview

  With a Global Talent visa you can work in the UK, if you are a leader or…

• Combined arts, dance, literature, music, theatre or visual arts

  You can apply for an endorsement as either a: leader in your field (called…

• Architecture

  You can apply for an endorsement as either a: leader in your field (called…

• Fashion design

  You can apply for an endorsement as either a: leader in your field (called…

• Film and television

  You can apply for an endorsement if you work in: film television animation…

• If your endorsement application is refused

  You can ask for a review if you do not think your endorsement application…

Apply for a Temporary Work – International Agreement visa if you're working under international law (including diplomatic households) - extend or switch, family members

• Overview

  You can apply for a Temporary Work – International Agreement visa if…

• Eligibility

  You can apply for a Temporary Work – International Agreement visa if you:…

• Knowledge of English for private servants

  If you’re a private servant applying from outside the UK, you may need to…

• Documents you must provide

  When you apply you’ll need to provide: your certificate of sponsorship…

• Apply from outside the UK

  Read the full guidance before you apply. Apply for a Temporary Work -…

• Your partner and children

  Your partner and children can also apply to join you or stay in the UK as…

• Extend your visa

  You can apply to extend your Temporary Work – International Agreement…

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• Updated: 29 July 2024

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.

Apply for a Start-up visa if you've been endorsed for a business idea: eligibility, documents, switch to this visa, bring your family.

Visit the UK as a Standard Visitor for tourism, business, study (courses up to 6 months), medical treatment and other activities. Find out whether you need a Standard Visitor visa, or can visit without a visa.

A checklist for fashion professionals working, performing or touring in an EU country, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein.

• Updated: 16 November 2022

Apply for a Temporary Work - Creative Worker visa to work in the UK in the creative industry - eligibility, extend, bring your family.

Apply for an Innovator Founder visa if you've been endorsed for a business idea: eligibility, documents, extend or switch, bring your family.

As part of the ‘Stay Ahead of the Games’ campaign, the FCO has compiled eight top tips to keep travelling fans on the right track.

• Updated: 14 August 2015