‘My Life Changed for the Better’: Global Talent Visa Holder Mikhail Chinakov Talks Career Growth After Moving to London

How has the Global Talent visa changed your life?

The Global Talent visa has changed my life in so many ways, mostly for the better. I moved to London, landed a job, left that job, started a side project, got involved in the local community, met some amazing people, and found another job. Now, I can confidently say that I’ve really settled here and built a strong foundation.

How was your career progressing when you started considering the Global Talent visa?

My career was going well and steadily improving, even though it wasn’t progressing as quickly just before I got the visa. However, I did get a promotion right before receiving the visa, so I decided to delay submitting my application and ended up making a few adjustments to it.

What attracted you to this visa, and why did you ultimately decide on it?

What drew me to this visa was the flexibility it offers and the straightforward process of obtaining it. Compared to other options, which felt more complicated and restrictive, this one stood out for its simplicity and the freedom it provides. The ability to move and work more freely was a major factor in my decision, as it aligned better with my personal and professional goals. 

Why did you decide to seek help with your application?

After emigrating, I found myself in a very uncertain situation. I didn’t want to stay in a temporary place for too long, so it was crucial for me to improve my chances of success and get some support with the process, as well as some assurances. If I hadn’t heard from the Immigram specialists that they were so confident in handling my case that they offered a money-back guarantee if things didn’t work out, I probably wouldn’t have gone ahead with the application on my own. To me, that guarantee was a clear sign that I had a real shot at making it.

How did your collaboration with Immigram begin? Could you describe the first steps of working with them?

I actually found Immigram on my own and decided to reach out. After getting in touch, we had a thorough discussion about the roadmap and quickly got to work on the necessary steps.

How did the process of preparing the case go? Was there anything that surprised you?

The process of preparing the case went very smoothly overall. What really surprised me, though, was the amount of effort they put into crafting the publications. It was amazing to share my stories and see them transformed into well-written articles. I was really impressed by the quality of the work—they captured my experiences perfectly.

What advice would you give to specialists who want to obtain a UK Global Talent visa?

Give it a try!