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<p>My Rt. Hon. Friends the Secretary of State and the Home Secretary have regular
discussions covering a variety of issues.</p><p>Our new relationship with the EU means
that there are new rules in place for UK nationals travelling to the EU. For short-stays
of up to 90 days in any 180-day period, UK nationals will not need a visa when travelling
to and within the Schengen Area, where they are undertaking a limited range of activities
such as attending meetings, tourism, cultural or sporting events. Under the Trade
and Cooperation Agreement with the EU, business travellers do not require a work permit
to carry out certain short-term business travel activities, such as attending meetings
and conferences, providing after sale-services, or translation and market research
services, unless otherwise stated in the agreement. Some Member States allow additional
activities without the need for a visa or work permit. The types of additional activities
allowed differ by Member State, and UK nationals should check relevant rules before
travelling.</p><p>For those undertaking longer-term stays or stays involving work
or providing a service under a contract, a visa and/or work permit may be required.
How individual Member States regulate cross-border travel is a sovereign decision
for them, including visa policy.</p>
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