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Written question asked by Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party) on Tuesday, 2 February 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 February 2021 (named day). It was answered by Kevin Foster (Conservative) on Monday, 8 February 2021 on behalf of the Home Office.


Migrants: Health Services

Question

If she will waive or reduce the cost of the Immigration Health Surcharge for people and families on low incomes coming to the UK under the British National (Overseas) visa scheme.

Answer

BN(O) status holders and their dependants must pay the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS). Applicants pay the appropriate amount of IHS depending upon the length of leave they apply for (either 30 months or 5 years). Like other nationals coming to the UK, it is only right they contribute to our healthcare system. IHS Income goes directly into our brilliant NHS.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
911947
Session
2019-21
Question not reached
Yes
Notes
Date tabled listed on website as 8 Feb 2021
Subjects
Health services Migrants Low incomes Surcharges Visas British national (overseas)
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk