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Tier 1 Exceptional Talent Visa

Tier 1 Exceptional Talent VisaThe Tier 1 Exceptional Talent visa is a great way for highly talented individuals in science, engineering, humanities, digital technology, and the arts to enter the UK. The government has opened this route for people who are recognised as a leader or emerging leader in their particular field. This visa category enables applications to work anywhere in the country, move between institutions and jobs, and apply for a visa extension or for indefinite leave to remain.

Designated Bodies for Exceptional Talent Endorsement

The applicants for the Tier 1 Exceptional Talent visa are required to obtain endorsement from an authorised body. The evaluation is based on the abilities, skills, and achievements of the applicants. The information is used for determining whether they should be endorsed. The following five bodies carry out endorsement evaluation:

  1. Arts Council England– overlooks arts and culture applications
  2. Tech City UK– evaluates digital technology applications
  3. The Royal Society– assesses medical science research and natural sciences applications
  4. The British Academy– takes care of social science and humanities and applications
  5. The Royal Academy of Engineering– handles engineering applications

Eligibility Criteria and Conditions for the Tier 1 Exceptional Talent Visa

In addition to getting an endorsement from a respective body, it is mandatory for the applications to be the citizen of a country outside Switzerland and the European Economic Area. Since this visa is in high demand, the limit per year for endorsements under the Tier 1 Exceptional Talent visa category is 1,000 – half are made available in April and the other half in October.

Applicants are granted entry for five years in the UK under the Tier 1 Exceptional Talent visa. This duration can be extended for another five years. If you wish settle in the country, you can apply for permanent residency, which will enable you to work and live with your family without any restrictions.

However, you need to be aware of certain conditions under the Tier 1 Exceptional Talent Visa. Some examples of what is admissible are:

  • Switch employers and jobs
  • Take up unpaid work
  • Bring family members to live with you in the UK

It is recommended that you should retain the services of a reputed and experienced immigration solicitor who can fill you in with the nitty-gritty details of the Tier 1 Exceptional Talent visa and guide you through the application process.

Talk to our Dedicated Immigration Solicitors Today

If you like to get more information about the Tier 1 Exceptional Talent visa or want legal guidance for applying for this visa category, contact Milestone Solicitors today to schedule an initial consultation.

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