Applications for UK tech visas have seen a 45% year-on-year increase between 2018 and 2019, according to Tech Nation.
India and the US are among countries with the highest number of incoming applicants in sectors such as software development, AI and fintech.
This is the fifth consecutive year-on-year growth of applications for the Tech Nation Visa as the UK tech sector continues to attract worldwide talent.
Margot James MP, Minister for Digital and the Creative Industries, said: “The UK continues to attract talent from all around the world.
“This is thanks to our world-leading academic institutions, strong access to finance and long standing reputation for innovation.
“Making sure we have the talent and skills so the tech sector can continue its incredible growth, is a priority of our modern industrial strategy....