Switching from Tier 2 general to Global talent. Need clarification around dependants

Stage 2
#1

Hello Folks,
I just received an email from “home.office.atlas@notifications.service.gov.uk” that “Tech Nation has advised that you meet its criteria for Exceptional Talent and I am therefore satisfied that you can be endorsed under Global Talent.”, with a link to the stage 2 form. I am assuming that I am past the stage 1 now and got the endorsement.
But I am a bit confused about the advice regarding the dependents. Me and my dependents have valid Tier 2 (and Tier 2 dependent) visas till aug 2024. I am planning to switch to Global talent, but does that imply that all my dependents MUST switch with me?
The advice on https://www.gov.uk/global-talent/your-partner-and-children gives a bit of a mixed message "
Your partner or child can apply to switch their visa either:

  • at the same time as you or switch your own visa
  • at any time before their current visa expires
    "
    Does this mean they can legally stay on Tier 2 dependant visa until August 2024, while I switch on Global talent?
    Can someone please advice regarding this situaltion?
    Thanks,
#2

They don’t need to switch with you right now but they would need to extend their visa by Aug 2024 which means they would have to switch by then

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#3

Thank you so much @Adebiyi_Adereni for the quick reply! This is super helpful

#4

Hi @Irrelephant and @Adebiyi_Adereni, I am in a very similar situation - switching from Tier 2 (General) to Global Talent with the exceptional route endorsement.

I have a few questions and concerns that I would appreciate your help with.

1-I have been in the UK for a little over 2 years on a Tier 2 (General) visa and am now switching to GTV. Would a 1-year GTV be sufficient for an ILR application, considering my time spent on the Tier 2 visa?

2-My dependent has been in the UK with me for 2 years and her visa is valid Nov 2023. Does her time spent as a Tier 2 dependent count towards an ILR application, or does it reset upon switching to the GTV? If it does reset, it may be beneficial for us to apply for it earlier.

3-Regarding the Stage 2 process, the gov.uk states that the processing time for applications made from within the UK is up to 8 weeks. However, I have seen instances of people receiving results in as little as a week without purchasing the priority service. If I need the process to be completed within 3-4 weeks, would you recommend purchasing the priority service?

Thank you for taking the time to read my message. I would greatly appreciate any insights or guidance you can provide.

#5

Hi. These are the answers to your question.

  1. Yes 1 year visa will be sufficient. Guideline for GTV states that the years spent on another visa such as work visa will count towards settlement so if u have exceptional talent. Then 1 year on it will be sufficient. But for exceptional promise, 3 years is sufficient
  2. No it won’t reset, same rule that applies to u on switching applies to your dependent
    3.No one can really predict this days. So if u need your visa urgently, priority will be advisable.
    I hope this helps
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#6

Thank you @Adebiyi_Adereni

I have one more question:
While making the IHS payment, if my dependant has a “Tier-2 dependant” visa, should I enter the information in the “The person you’re joining or remaining with” field on the form, or should I enter the information in the “Dependent” field?

#7

I have never used d IHS platform before as I never had to pay for it but itz more likely to be dependant section