What are the eligibility criteria for a Global Talent Visa?

This visa category is inclusive of individuals with exceptional talents who want to immigrate to the UK to contribute their skills.

The basic qualifications are high qualification and accomplishment in your field. The streams in which you can get a Global Talent Visa are as follows:

• Science
• Technology
• Engineering
• Art and culture
• Mathematics
• Digital technology
• Humanities and other Social Sciences

The application process for talent immigration in art and culture and digital technology is a little different from the fields of academic research.

A Complete Document checklist for 2022 (Global Talent Visa)

The Global Talent Visa required documents are as follows:

• Passport, in original, with a minimum validity of six months as on the date of submission of the visa application. 
• One recent passport-size color photograph showing the full face.
• Proof of residence: Either a copy of National ID Card or Utility Bill such as electricity, telephone, or water bill
• Proof of profession: Certificate from the employer. In the case of students, a copy of Identity card from the educational institution is to be attached.
• Proof of funds: Endorsement of foreign currency equivalent to US $150/- per applicant or copy of international credit card or updated bank statement showing sufficient balance to finance travel to India.
• Tuberculosis Test Result: Clear tuberculosis (TB) test result letter, if the applicant is from one of the countries on the Home Office’s TB testing list

Other Important Documents:

• For applying for a Global Talent Visa by the Senior Appointment program, you need a Statement of Assurance or Guarantee from the HR of your employing organization.
• For applying for a GTV under the Fellowship program, you need to submit a copy of a valid award letter. 
• For a UK research grant issued by an endorsed funder, you need to submit the award letter and the Statement of Guarantee by the employing institute.

What are the endorsing bodies of the Global Talent Visa?

The endorsing body will vary according to your chosen stream for visa application.

The following are the 5 designated competent bodies that can grant endorsements to academician and researchers:

• For Science and Technology – UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)
• For Natural and Medical sciences- The Royal Society
• For Arts, Culture, Fashion, Architecture, Film, and Television- Arts Council England
• For Digital Technology – Tech Nation
• For Engineering- The Royal Academy of Engineering
• For Humanities and Social science- The British Academy

What are the fees involved for a Global Talent Visa?

Here’s the cost-breakdown for the fees that you need to pay for the Global Talent Visa: