Last updated 2026-07-23
Work visa without job offer to United Kingdom for Chinese citizens
BNO visa, HPI visa
Travel purpose:
Study
, residence permit
, business
, work
, long stay
, other
Visa overview
Does not require a prior job offer but are based on individual merit and recognition in fields such as science, engineering, digital technology, or arts and culture. Applicants must be endorsed by a recognized UK body in their field. These visas offer flexibility to work, change employers, or start a business in the UK. They may lead to settlement.
Visa validity period
3 months
Consular fee
£766 - £880 (~$1,020 - ~$1,172)
Select the purpose of your visit
Global talent visa
Eligible individuals
Talent, leader, professional, specialist
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
5 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
£766 (~$1,020)
High potential individual visa
Eligible individuals
High potential individual, specialist, professional
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
3 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
£880 (~$1,172)