Work in the UK as a leader in digital technology (Global Talent visa)
Documents you'll need to apply
After you submit your endorsement application on GOV.UK, you’ll also need to complete the application form on the Tech Nation website. This must include a personal statement explaining the contribution that you’ll make to UK digital technology.
You’ll need to upload the following documents along with your application form on the Tech Nation website.
Your CV
You’ll need to upload your CV. It should include your career and any relevant publication history. It must be typed and be up to 3 sides of A4 paper.
Letters of recommendation
You must provide 3 letters of recommendation. Each person who writes a letter must:
be an ‘established expert’ in digital technology - this will be judged by Tech Nation
have known your work for at least 12 months
Each letter must:
be about your Global Talent application - you cannot use a letter that was written for another reason
say how the person knows you
show your achievements in the digital technology sector, and how you are a leader or potential leader
say how you would benefit from living in the UK
say how you would contribute to the digital technology field in the UK
explain what plans you have for work in the future
The letters must also:
be typed and dated
be up to 3 single sides of A4 paper, excluding the author’s credentials and contact details
be signed by the author, or by someone on behalf of the organisation recommending you
include a telephone number and email address, and the organisation’s logo and registered address, if applicable
come with the author’s CV (or other proof of their credentials that the endorsing body will accept)
be about your Global Talent application - you cannot use a letter that was written for another reason
Other evidence you need to provide
You need to give both of the following:
proof of any digital technology business you have set up or been a senior member of in the last 5 years
evidence to support the eligibility criteria on your application
You can give up to 10 pieces of evidence, and each can be up to 3 sides of A4 paper.
Digital technology businesses
Evidence of this can include:
your last set of audited accounts, projections for current financial year and articles of association
domestic or international sales showing customer numbers for each country in which the company is operating
Support for the eligibility criteria
Evidence of this can include:
starting or contributing to open source projects in a way that peers have acknowledged has advanced the field
relevant qualifications, or documentation of speaking in a prestigious conference
an award granted by an organisation of a similar standing and distinction to the Royal Society in the UK
Read more about accepted examples of evidence on the Tech Nation site.
You’ll need to submit this evidence through the Tech Nation (Global Talent) online form.
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