We are pleased to share the successful outcome of a recent High Potential Individual (HPI) visa application for an unmarried couple facing significant legal and logistical challenges.

The HPI visa is a unique route for individuals who have graduated within the last 5 years from a university featured on the UK government’s list of top global institutions. It enables qualified graduates to live and work in the UK for 2 years (or 3 years for PhD holders) without the need for sponsorship or a job offer. It’s an increasingly popular option for global talent seeking flexibility and independence upon arrival in the UK.

In this case, the main applicant and their unmarried partner were applying from different countries and had to navigate complex circumstances:

• The main applicant had a complex immigration history, including previous criminal convictions.
• Additional challenges arose in proving the couple’s relationship while living apart.

Thanks to our strategic guidance and close attention to detail, we helped the couple assemble strong evidence of their relationship, prepared detailed legal representations addressing the applicant’s prior convictions, and ensured both applications, submitted from different countries, were consistent and fully compliant.

The result: Both visas were granted in just one week.

If you’re considering the HPI visa or seeking to apply with a partner under any UK immigration route, we’re here to help.