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October 12, 2020

Applications for UK Tech Visas at record high

The number of people applying for UK tech visas is at its highest level since the system launched in 2014.


Freya Pratty

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The number of people applying for the UK’s Tech Nation visa — which allows individuals to work in the country’s digital technology sector — was at its highest level in September since the system was launched in 2014.

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Freya Pratty

Freya Pratty is Sifted's associate editor. She covers UK tech and leads Sifted's investigations. Follow her on X , LinkedIn and Bluesky

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