# Global Talent visa processing time from India

How long the Global Talent visa takes from India right now: the standard service, priority and super priority where offered, and what slows Indian files.

Source: https://ukvisadesk.com/visas/global-talent-visa/processing-time · 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.

Standard 3 weeks; priority 5 working days; super priority 1 working day(s). UKVI figures as of 2026-09-09, verified 2026-10-08. Endorsement stage: the Home Office aims for 8 weeks (fast track 3 weeks for some bodies) before the 3-week visa stage.

## 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.

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