PART 1: How He Got the UK Global Talent Visa WITHOUT a PhD (KTP Route Explained)

This episode features an honest, unscripted conversation with Snobin, a fellow founder based in Belfast, who shares exactly how he secured the UK Global Talent Visa through the lesser-known Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) endorsement route — without a PhD. He breaks down the three visa routes (endorsement, peer review, and prestigious awards), the role of university-industry KTP placements in building research credibility, visa fees, the 3-5 year visa duration options, and the path to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). He also explains how international students on Student or Graduate visas — and even applicants abroad — can access this route through professor connections and KTP networking groups. If you're an international student or professional exploring UK visa options beyond the standard sponsored work visa, this conversation lays out a practical, real-world roadmap. 🔔 Subscribe for more founder conversations and startup journeys from Belfast and beyond. Snobin's LinkedIn:   / snobin-antony-ab2a53129   Sanil Xavier's LinkedIn:   / sanil-xavier