Visa Exemptions in England: PMO Denounces the Attitude of Some Mauritians

11 years, 8 months ago - September 20, 2013

PMO claims to be in the presence of several cases where Mauritians wear subterfuge to abuse visa exemptions granted by England. In a statement, he recalls in particular the procedures for those making short stays.

Mauritians work illegally, abusing exemptions granted visas to travel to England or trying to fake marriages to obtain a visa ... This is a statement denouncing the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) that Thursday, September 19, claiming to be in the presence of a number of cases in this regard. The PMO has wished to recall procedures in the case of stays of less than six months in England.

Those traveling to the UK for a period of less than six months as a tourist or visitor does not need a visa, provided they meet the criteria for immigration. Mauritians should also ensure they have the necessary documents in connection with this trip. Otherwise, they may be refused entry in the UK and can even be repatriated. Even if no visa is required for short stays, the British authorities are quite entitled to take an examination for those who are not British citizens or from a European country, prevents further PMO.

Text by lexpress.mu

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