New UK visa scheme announced for international researchers

摘要

The UK government has recently announced changes to Tier 1 visas for researchers. A new fast-track visa scheme to attract the worlds top scientists, researchers and mathematicians opened on 20 February 2020. This follows a commitment by the Prime Minister last summer to put science, research and innovation at the top of the governments agenda. The bespoke Global Talent route will have no cap on the number of people able to come to the UK, demonstrating the governments commitment to supporting top talent.