Exceptional Talent Visas

Exceptional Talent visa (Tier 1)

You can no longer apply for a Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) visa. 
You may be able to apply for a Global Talent visa if: 
  • you are a recognised leader (exceptional talent)  
  • you are an emerging leader (exceptional promise) 
  • you have a Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) endorsement 

If you already have a Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) visa 

You can still apply: 
You can apply for settlement once you have been in the UK for: 
  • 3 years with an exceptional talent visa 
  • 3 years with an exceptional talent endorsement in science 
  • 5 years with an exceptional promise endorsement in either arts and culture or digital technology 
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