Recruitment Britain targets deep tech talent with visa fee relief Visa reimbursements and fast-track sponsorship prioritises skilled researchers, as lower-skilled routes narrow iStock.com/OlyaSolodenko Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Wednesday 21 January 2026 The UK will reimburse visa fees for “select trailblazers” in deep tech sectors, as competition intensifies among advanced economies for highly skilled workers. Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Visas UK government mulls scrapping visa fees for elite applicants Compliance Labour drops digital ID plans for UK right-to-work checks Visas UK businesses need structured reviews of their immigration strategies Immigration Netherlands opens its doors to US researchers