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Visa routes

Global Talent, Innovator Founder and ILR

Talent routes can lead to the fastest pathways, though some details are still under review.

Last reviewed 4 November 2026Based on the Government response CP 1707

The Highest Talent Group

The 3-year pathway is open to people in the Highest Talent Group as well as to people earning £125,141 or more. The Highest Talent Group is linked to talent routes such as Global Talent and Innovator Founder, and is being reviewed by the Migration Advisory Committee before it is finalised.

Your most recent permission

If you apply for the 3 or 5-year pathway on the basis of holding Global Talent or Innovator Founder permission, your most recent permission must be on that route.

See which pathway applies to you, and your earliest estimated date.

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Earnings route

You can also qualify through the earnings thresholds: £125,141 in 3 of 4 years for 3 years, or £50,271 in 3 of 5 years for 5 years. See the earnings requirement.

Scale-up and International Sportsperson

Scale-up and International Sportsperson are also among the high talent routes. Their exact pathways will depend on earnings and final guidance.

Questions and answers

Will Global Talent still give settlement in 3 years?

Possibly, through the Highest Talent Group, but this depends on the Migration Advisory Committee review and final rules.

Do I still need B2 English?

Yes, unless an exemption applies.

This is not legal advice. This guide explains the Government’s published proposals for Earned Settlement, which are not yet in force and may change. For advice on your own situation, speak to a regulated immigration adviser or solicitor, or check GOV.UK. Read our full disclaimer.