The UK High Potential Individual Visa: What Alumni Wish They’d Known

Navigating international moves and visa processes can feel daunting, but you do not have to figure it out alone. If you are considering relocating to the UK using the High Potential Individual (HPI) visa, or if you are already in the UK and thinking ahead to your next career move, join fellow Cornellians for a candid, alumni-led virtual panel and open discussion.

Rather than a formal lecture, this session is designed as a interactive conversation centered around real, lived experiences. A panel of Cornell alumni who have navigated the HPI pathway firsthand will share practical insights, honest takeaways, and answer your questions directly.

What We’ll Cover:

• The Application Process: Key timelines, documentation tips, and practical lessons learned along the way

• Planning Your Long-Term Strategy: Proactive steps for transitioning to skilled worker sponsorship or other visa routes before your HPI expires

• Interactive Q&A: An open forum to ask specific questions and share your own experiences with the community

This event is open to all Cornell undergraduate and graduate alumni based in the UK, as well as those currently overseas who are considering a move to the UK via the HPI visa route. Friends and partners are welcome to join.

Spaces for this interactive session are limited to ensure everyone has a chance to participate. Reserve your virtual spot today to join the conversation and connect with the UK Cornell network! The organizer will share join-in details to registered attendees prior to the event.