Written question asked by Lord Laird (Ulster Unionist Party), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Baroness Browning (Conservative) on Wednesday, 6 July 2011.

Visas

Question: To ask Her Majesty’s Government, further to the Written Answer by Baroness Browning on 23 June (WA 354), whether the appropriate salary in Appendix A section 75 of the Immigration Rules for Tier 2 (Intra company transfer) employees differs from the tier 2 Guidance with regard to allowances that count towards the appropriate salary; if so, why; and whether under that section (a) accommodation allowances, and (b) travel and subsistence allowances, which are business expenses can be included in the appropriate salary.

Answer: The policy set out in the Immigration Rules and in tier two guidance is the same. Accommodation allowances relating to the employee's main place of residence in the UK can be included up to the limits set out in the rules and guidance. Allowances to cover business expenses, such as overnight accommodation away from the employees main residence, or travel and subsistence, are categorically excluded.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 10641; 729 c86WA
Session: 2010-12
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Subjects: Allowances Housing Immigration controls Fringe benefits Pay Migrant workers Multinational companies
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk