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UK visa could be a ‘deal-breaker’ for Chinese

The UK’s complex visa application system could be deterring thousands of Chinese visitors, according to the second annual Hotels.com Chinese International Travel Monitor (CITM). In a study of 3,000 Chinese residents,...

Change to family visitor appeals

The Home Office is removing the full right of appeal for applicants refused leave to enter the UK as a family visitor.

Chinese visitors continue to choose the UK

Quarterly immigration statistics have shown that the UK is continuing to attract visitors from China.

Home Secretary announces improved UK visa services for Chinese nationals

The Home Secretary today confirmed the importance of China as a priority growth market for tourism and business visitors, with the announcement of a package of further enhancements to the UK visa service for Chinese nationals.

New rules for UK visitor visas for Chinese nationals to be announced

Rumours are circulating around the mill that Theresa May will be making a speech today concerning the immigration rules that govern UK visitor visas for Chinese nationals who wish to visit the UK. A Whitehall...

Human Rights Committee reports on Crime and Courts Bill

The Joint Committee on Human Rights (JCHR) has published a Report on the Crime and Courts Bill which will be considered at Report stage in the House of Lords. The Committee has raised concerns with some areas of...

Visa for Visitors undertaking a Permitted Paid Engagement

There are often times when opportunities to travel to the United Kingdom arise as a direct result of your skills or expertise. For those visitors...

Entertainer visitor visas

Entertainers, whether professional or amateur, can travel to the UK for a short period without a work permit to take part in certain major arts festivals, music competitions and charity events. The Immigration Rules...