
Guidance on the UK’s talent, investor and founder routes — the high-value visas for exceptional talent, high-potential graduates, startup founders and investors, including Global Talent, the High Potential Individual visa, Innovator Founder and Scale-up.
These routes reward proven or potential high achievers rather than a specific job offer. Some, like Global Talent and the High Potential Individual visa, recognise exceptional individuals and graduates of top universities; others, like Innovator Founder and Scale-up, back people building or joining high-growth businesses. Our guides cover eligibility and evidence for each. Browse them below.