A Global Talent visa is granted for 1 to 5 years and is subject to the following conditions: No access to public funds Work (including self-employment and voluntary work) permitted except for employment as a professional sportsperson (including as a sports coach) Study subject to the Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) condition in Appendix ATAS Permission to work in the UK under the Global Talent visa route The Global Talent visa route is an unsponsored immigration category. This means you have the flexibility to change roles or employers, enter self-employment, set up a spin-out company or earn money from other sources such as consultancy without seeking permission from UKVI. You should work in your ‘field of expertise’ as confirmed in the application form. No access to public funds Global Talent visa holders and their dependants are not entitled to access public funds. The definition of public funds can be found on the UKVI website. Definition of public funds More information about public funds This article was published on 2024-06-24
