# Global Talent visa fees in rupees, from 8 April 2026

Every Home Office charge for the Global Talent visa applied from India, main applicant and dependants, with the health surcharge, converted to rupees at a dated rate.

Source: https://ukvisadesk.com/visas/global-talent-visa/fees · Updated 2026-10-08 · Reviewed by UK Visa Desk counselling team, licence 849/DC/PTA/PLA/LC-3/2024 · UK Visa Desk, a brand of Pro Lifeset Overseas Private Limited, Patiala, India. WhatsApp +91 91155 80911, Mon to Sat, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM IST.

| Charge | GBP | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Global Talent, main applicant, where no approval letter is required (prestigious prize) application fee | £766 | ₹1,01,365 |
| Immigration Health Surcharge, 5 years at £1,035 a year | £5,175 | ₹6,84,808 |
| Each dependant: Global Talent dependant, each (optional) | £766 | ₹1,01,365 |
| Priority service (optional) (optional) | £500 | ₹66,165 |
| Super priority service (optional) (optional) | £1,000 | ₹1,32,330 |
| VFS user-pay centre appointment (optional) (optional) | £76.50 | ₹10,123 |
| Required Home Office charges | £5,941 | ₹7,86,173 |

Fees effective 8 April 2026, verified 2026-10-08; converted at 132.33 INR per GBP (2026-10-08). Pass-through charges paid on gov.uk.

## FAQ
**Can a PhD holder from an Indian university apply?**
Yes, through the academia and research path if you hold or have been offered a qualifying position, fellowship or grant in the UK, or pass peer review on your research record.

**Is there a points test or a salary threshold?**
No. The decision is about your record, not points or pay.

**What does it cost?**
The endorsement fee plus the visa fee and the health surcharge for the years you choose, up to 5. Use our fee calculator for the rupee total.

Full guide: https://ukvisadesk.com/visas/global-talent-visa.md

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