UK Visa: Britain is going to change its visa rules. The new rules will come into effect from January 31, 2024. According to the new rules, now people on tourist visa can work. Will now be allowed to work with clients and travel to the UK. This step is likely to boost trade and tourism in the country. It is believed that this will benefit people a lot.
Know the rules of tourist visa
- According to the government orders, when people go on a tourist visa, the main purpose of their visit should be to travel and not to do business.
- Scientists, researchers and academics will be allowed to conduct research in Britain, but this rule will not apply to those academics who apply for a 12-month visa or keep extending the visa period while staying in the country.
- If a lawyer comes to the UK to visit, he may also undertake additional activities, such as giving advice, acting as an expert witness, taking part in legal proceedings and teaching etc.
- According to the new rules, Permitted Paid Engagements (PPE) will be mixed with the standard visitor route, which means that those doing paid engagements will not need a separate visa, but they will be required to carry out business activities within 30 days of arriving in the UK. A plan has to be made.
How can you apply?
The Permitted Paid Engagement (PPE) visitor route will be merged into the standard visitor route. Which means those doing paid engagements will not require a separate visa but will have to plan the activity within 30 days of arrival. It is believed that this step is likely to boost trade and tourism in the country.
