Global Talent Visa Criteria for tech
A ‘leader’ of exceptional talent (or promise) must show extraordinary ability by sustained (or emerging) national or international recognition. The individual will be able to demonstrate a level of expertise (or emerging expertise) which places them at the forefront of their respective field in the digital technology sector.
Exceptional Talent and Exceptional promise mandatory criteria:
There are two options of the Global Visa depending on the applicant’s experience:
- Exceptional Talent - professional experience in tech exceeds 5 years
- Exceptional Promise - professional experience in tech does not exceed 5 years
Evidence and Criteria:
Each applicant must satisfy the mandatory criterion, which focuses on demonstrating how the applicant is recognised in their field. At least 2 unique pieces of evidence are required for this criterion. Eligible evidence includes:
- Remuneration significantly exceeding market rates
- Participation as a speaker in high-profile tech events
- Assessing the work of others in the applicant’s field (for example, judging awards and competitions)
- Articles featuring the applicant’s work or expertise
- Other relevant evidence
In addition to the mandatory criterion, each applicant must meet 2 out of 4 optional criteria and provide at least 2 unique pieces of evidence for each criterion:
- Innovation as a founder of a product-led digital technology company or as an employee working on a new digital field or concept
- Recognition for work beyond the applicant’s occupation that contributes to the advancement of the field
- Significant technical, commercial or entrepreneurial contributions to the field as a founder or employee of a product-led digital technology company
- Exceptional ability in the field demonstrated through academic contributions, such as research endorsed by an expert
The first stage of the application process includes the following documents and evidence:
- Personal Statement
- CV
- Three letters of recommendations from 3 different well-established organisations acknowledged as experts in the digital technology field
- Up to 10 pieces of evidence which aim to demonstrate that the applicant meets two optional criteria