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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 for an endorsement as either a: leader in your field (called…
You can apply for an endorsement if you work in: film television animation…
You can ask for a review if you do not think your endorsement application…
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…
The way you apply for a Global Talent visa depends on your circumstances.…
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…
Guidance on applications for a UK visa or visa extension under Global Talent.
Prize lists for achievements in science and the arts that qualify applicants for the Global Talent route.
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Home Office commissioned research exploring experiences of the Global Talent visa process.
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