UK to Allow Work on Tourist Visas Starting New Year

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:45am on 31 Dec 2023,Sunday International

UK is set to revise its Visitor Visas, allowing individuals on tourist visas to engage in remote work starting January 31, 2024. This update emphasizes that tourist primary intent should be of non-work intent, tourism, family visits, or other non-work-related activities. Notable expansions include the eligibility for client work, the ability to work from the UK (with non-work being the primary reason for the visit), and extended permissions for professionals like scientists, researchers, academics, lawyers, and speakers. These changes aim to enhance business opportunities and tourism while aligning with broader reforms expected in 2024.

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