Firms helping migrants fake skills to secure UK talent visas

A BBC investigation revealed that consultancy firms are assisting applicants in cheating the UK government's Global Talent visa system by supplying fake portfolios, fabricated media coverage, and forged letters of recommendation. The fast-track scheme, launched in 2020, is designed to attract top scientists, researchers, and creative artists from around the world without requiring interviews. Following the findings, the Home Office is revoking visas issued to two Nigerian men who allegedly claimed to be fine art photographers using deceptive methods. Officials have described the findings as extremely serious and stated that the Global Talent route is currently under review to prevent further abuse.