Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) · sub-route
Global Talent (Leader)
3 yrs · £3,226 · Exceptional Talent
Sourced from GOV.UK · Updated April 2026The short answer
Global Talent (Leader) is one way to qualify for the Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). The core rules of the Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) apply — the specifics that set this route apart are below.
£3,226Application fee from
—IHS per year
Permanent (lost only by 2+ years continuous absence or revocation)Initial leave
3 yrsTo settlement (ILR)
Who qualifies for this route
- 3 years continuous on Global Talent visa as a "leader" (Exceptional Talent)
- Endorsing body confirmed you as a leader in your field
Other Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) sub-routes
From Skilled Worker (Set(O))
5 yrs · £3,226 · B1 + LITUK
ViewFrom Family / Partner (Set(M))
5 yrs · £3,226 · A2→B1 English
ViewFrom BN(O)
5 yrs · £3,226 · B1 + LITUK
ViewFrom UK Ancestry
5 yrs · £3,226 · evidence of work
View10-year Long Residence (Set(LR))
10 yrs · £3,226 · any qualifying route
ViewGlobal Talent (Potential leader)
5 yrs · £3,226 · Exceptional Promise
ViewFrom Innovator Founder
3 yrs · £3,226 · endorsing body sign-off
ViewSource: GOV.UK — Global Talent (Leader) · Last verified April 2026
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