Immigration Rules for Visitors from 31 January 2024 New
Tue 27 Feb 2024
Description
The Immigration Rules for visitors to the UK were updated on 31 January 2024, and introduce new concessions for visiting researchers/scientists/academics which will be beneficial to the University. This session will provide an overview of these changes, along with general guidance on the visitor visa/entry process. The session will also introduce and explain the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, new will be a new requirement for non-UK visitors to the UK in 2024.
Please note that this session will be recorded. There will be an opportunity to discuss points and ask questions once the recording has ended.
Target audience
- University staff, in particular Departmental Administrators and any other staff dealing with non-UK visitors to the University
- Further details regarding PPD's eligibility criteria
Sessions
Number of sessions: 1
| # | Date | Time | Venue | Trainer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tue 27 Feb 13:30 - 15:00 | 13:30 - 15:00 | New Museums Site, Babbage Lecture Theatre | map | Graeme Ross |
Aims
- To provide guidance and promote understanding of the UK’s visitor visa/entry system and how it applies to non-UK visitors at the University
- To outline the main changes to the visitor Immigration Rules, as enacted on 31 January 2024
- Introduce and outline the new ‘ETA’ process for visitors
Duration
One session of one and a half hours (includes time for questions)
Theme
Legal and Compliance
Booking / availability