This visa allows individuals with outstanding skill and leadership qualities in their respective field to come to the UK. This visa aims to encourage leading experts and researchers in the fields of science, engineering, medicine, and the humanities to come to the UK. This visa is also ideal for individuals working in the arts, culture, fashion, or digital technology.
Features:
The features for this visa are unique and include:
1) No job offer as a requirement
2) Participants have access to an accelerated pathway to citizenship
3) You can apply for settled status after 3 years of residency if you work in the fields of science, engineering, humanities, or medicine
4) This visa requires an approval letter from endorsing body, including the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). These endorsements are largely administered by an approved body which includes the Royal Society, the Royal Academy of Engineering, the UK Research, and Innovation (UKRI) and the British Academy
5) Under the Global Talent visa scheme, you will be able to bring your family with you, and they will also have full access to the labour market
6) The applicant can freely travel for research without worrying about the impact on your settlement application