What the official page lists for each letter
The letter of recommendation comes from an eminent person living in the UK who knows the applicant and their work.
Source: GOV.UK, Global Talent researcher or academic: peer review, checked .
For exceptional talent, a second letter comes from an eminent person who is a senior member of a UK organisation.
Source: GOV.UK, Global Talent researcher or academic: peer review, checked .
Each letter is up to 3 single sides of A4 paper, excluding the author's credentials and contact details.
Source: GOV.UK, Global Talent researcher or academic: peer review, checked .
Each letter comes with the author's CV, or other proof of their credentials that the endorsing body will accept.
Source: GOV.UK, Global Talent researcher or academic: peer review, checked .
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