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Written question asked by Baroness Debbonaire (Labour) on Friday, 25 October 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 29 October 2019. It was answered by Victoria Atkins (Conservative) on Monday, 4 November 2019 on behalf of the Home Office.


Universities: Migrant Workers

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether he has plans to undertake a review the fees charged to university staff from outside of the EU for visa applications.

Answer

The Borders, Immigration and Citizenship System (BICS) is predominately funded by the user, and we think it is right that those who use it contribute to its cost, thereby reducing the burden on the UK taxpayer. We keep our fees for immigration and nationality applications under review and ensure they are within the parameters agreed with HM Treasury and Parliament, as set out in Section 68 (9) of the Immigration Act 2014.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
5457
Session
2019-19
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Applications Fees and charges Migrant workers Universities Visas
Link
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