UK considering scrapping visa fees for top global talent: Financial Times report
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly weighing plans to scrap visa charges. The Financial Times said a new "global talent task force" is considering waiving fees for prize-winning scientists, academics, digital experts, as well as graduates of the world's top five universities. Currently, Britain’s global talent visa costs more than US$1,000 per applicant. Olly Barratt reports from London.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly weighing plans to scrap visa charges. The Financial Times said a new "global talent task force" is considering waiving fees for prize-winning scientists, academics, digital experts, as well as graduates of the world's top five universities. Currently, Britain’s global talent visa costs more than US$1,000 per applicant. Olly Barratt reports from London.