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UKGlobal Innovator Awards 2026
Awards programme recognising founders, innovators, and exceptional talent who have come to the UK under an Innovator Founder Visa, Global Talent Visa, or equivalent legacy innovation route. Free to enter across 10 categories, with a ceremony in London in October 2026.
Who can apply
At least one founder, co-founder or named individual must hold, or have previously held, an Innovator Founder Visa, Global Talent Visa, or an equivalent legacy innovation or talent route.Perks & benefits
- Credibility and accreditation from independent judging panel
- Networking with investors, policymakers and government representatives
- National press coverage and media partner network
- Podcast feature for category winners
Sources
Links used by the AI to gather information about this grant.
- www.globalinnovatorawards.com/ ↗
- www.gov.uk/apply-funding-innovation ↗
- www.socialshifters.co/global-innovation-challenge/ ↗
- wellcome.org/research-funding/schemes/innovator-awards-closed ↗
- innovatorsaward.com/ ↗
- apply-for-innovation-funding.service.gov.uk/competition/1894/overview/68cc8452-3… ↗
- www.ukri.org/councils/innovate-uk/ ↗
- www.wipo.int/en/web/awards/w/news/2026/apply-now-wipo-global-awards-2026 ↗