Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) Visa Replaced by Global Talent Visa
January 31, 2020
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At a Glance
- Effective February 20, 2020, the Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) Visa will be rebranded as the Global Talent Visa. More foreign workers will be eligible for the new program.
- Under the program, individuals who are leaders in their fields of science, engineering, digital technology and arts and culture will be able to enter and work in the United Kingdom on a path to permanent residence.
- Applicants will be required to obtain endorsement from a government-approved endorsing body.
The situation
According to a new Statement of Changes, effective February 20, 2020, the Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) Visa will be replaced by the Global Talent Visa, which will expand the existing route by allowing scientists, researchers and other qualifying foreign nationals to enter and work in the United Kingdom and in most cases provide an accelerated path to permanent residence.
A closer look
Details of the new program will include the following:
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Impact on pending applications
Applicants who have already been endorsed under the Tier 1 Exceptional Talent route may apply under the Global Talent category.
Looking ahead
Fragomen expects additional changes as the UK government continues to unveil the post-Brexit immigration system that will be in effect from January 1, 2021.
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This alert is for informational purposes only. If you have any questions, please contact the global immigration professional with whom you work at Fragomen or send an email to [email protected].
