How do I migrate to the UK as a global talent?
The UK Global Talent visa is a category specifically targeted to exceptional or global talents who want to be part of the country. It is for foreigners who are established in an early stage of their career in certain fields, such as science, engineering, technology, art, and humanities. This visa allows an individual to enter the UK without a job offer and doesn’t require sponsorship by an employer.
The UK Global Talent visa is a replacement for the Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) visa, which was created to attract global talent to work in the UK.
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Benefits of the UK Global Talent Visa
Here are some benefits of the UK Global Talent visa:
- Candidates are provided with the visa for five years with renewing option for as many times as they want
- Apply along with your family from the beginning
- A spouse can work full-time
- Candidate can work in the UK as an employee, self-employed person, or as a director of a company
- Ability to move between organization, position, and location of the field
- After three years, the candidate can settle in the UK permanently
Eligibility Criteria for the UK Global Talent Visa
Foreigners are eligible to apply for this visa if:
They are from the fields of:
- Science
- Research
- Digital technology
- Arts and culture, including film and television, fashion design, and architecture
- Engineering
- Humanities
- Medicine
- Must be above 18 years
- Must be endorsed by any one of the six Global Talent endorsing bodies
Requirements for the UK Global Talent visa
Here are the requirements for the UK Global Talent visa:
- A valid passport
- An endorsement letter
- A tuberculosis test
- The immigration health surcharge and application fees
- Proof of funds
- Proof of residence
Endorsing Bodies for the UK Global Talent visa
Here are the six Global Talent visa endorsing bodies:
- UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)- For Science and Technology
- Royal Society- For Natural and Medical Sciences
- The British Academy- For Humanities and Social Science
- The Royal Academy of Engineering- For Engineers
- Tech Nation - For Digital Technology
- Arts Council England- For Arts, Culture, Fashion, Architecture, Film, and Television
Steps to apply for the UK Global Talent visa
Step 1: Apply for the endorsement form
Step 2: Once you are eligible, complete the online application form
Step 3: Submit all the requirements
Step 4: Pay the application fee
Step 5: Wait for the visa status
Step 6: Migrate to the UK
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