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Migration Advisory Committee Reviews the Global Talent and Innovator Founder Routes - Have Your Say
Elli Graves
29 April 2026
Migration Advisory Committee Reviews the Global Talent and Innovator Founder Routes - Have Your Say
The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) wants to know what needs to change for the UK to be competitive about attracting Global Talent.
The MAC has launched a call for evidence on the Global Talent and Innovator Founder visa routes. The deadline is 11:59pm on 1 May 2026. Here's why this matters - and why you should respond
19 December 2024
UK Immigration: a year in review and 2025 forecast unveiled
We are familiar with change in immigration but even for us, 2024 has been a monumental year.
5 December 2024
It used to be so straightforward – sponsor licence application refusals dramatically increase
When someone sets out a process and gives your instructions, you kind of expect when you follow the instructions to achieve the desired outcome, like assembling some flatpack furniture.
24 January 2024
British nationality spotlight series: South Africa
Establishing whether you are a British national is not always straightforward. This process can involve British nationality ‘tracing’ through a vast, complex network of legislation. Our specialist immigration team at Kingsley Napley has considerable experience of navigating British nationality law and can assist you to find out whether you and your family members are or can apply to be British.
23 January 2024
Home Office confirms Global Talent digital technology endorsing body contract is now out for tender
Tech Nation has remained the endorsing body for the digital technology branch of the “Global Talent” visa since the programme was launched in 2014, back when it was known as the Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) visa. As an endorsing body, Tech Nation reviews applications from talented people in tech from all over the globe. The applications are assessed against a set criterion, with successful applicants endorsed as having “Exceptional Promise” or “Exceptional Talent”. If endorsed, individuals can use this to apply for a Global Talent visa, which allows them to live and work in the UK.