Despite the recent general election and the uncertainty around Brexit, the popularity of the Tech Nation Visa scheme continues to grow. Now you have an opportunity to find out more at an event in Leeds.
Over 550 applications have been submitted for endorsement by Tech City UK since the scheme was announced in April 2014. More than 380 applicants have been endorsed in that time.
Last year was a record year for the scheme, with the number of applications received quadrupling to just under 400.
What is the Tech Nation Visa?
The Tech Nation Visa is a unique visa scheme that offers flexibility and manoeuvrability within the UK Digital Industry. Unlike other UK work visas, the Tier 1 Exceptional Talent and Tier 1 Exceptional Promise are exempted from such criteria such as maintenance and allow visa holders to apply for indefinite leave to remain after just five years.
One of our 2015 Northern Stars winners, Leaf.fm has benefited enormously from the scheme. Founders Gilbert Corrales and Helga Alvarez who both hail from Costa Rica and reside in Newcastle. They are holders of Tier 1 Exceptional Talent Visas and have successfully obtained a further four for employees.
“The Tech Nation Visa has allowed us to tap world-class talent and create an internal pipeline which we would not have otherwise.”
Corrales also suggested that the visa scheme has made his company attractive to apprentices, as they gain international exposure by working in a multicultural environment.
Tech Nation Visa Breakfast
We’ve partnered with law firm Ward Hadaway to hold a free Visa Breakfast event on 12th October. The event will be held at Ward Hadaway’s offices in Leeds.
Whether you want general information about the Tech Nation Visa or to hear from someone who has been through the process, you can register to attend and speak with an expert.
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