Tag: brexit visa-free saga

Brexit: British Musicians Visa-Free Tour to Norway & More

As a result of Brexit, British musicians are required to have a work permit and visa, as well as customs documents like carnets for their equipment to tour in the European Union.  The British government promised that it would work closely with countries across the EU to support the mobility issues of the performing sector.…
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Brexit: Visa-Free Travel for Artists Saga Continues

In recent months, the British government has come under heavy fire from high-profile artists and prominent producers across the music industry.  Without an agreement allowing performers to tour visa-free in the EU, live performances will be a “struggle” even for established UK bands. When the UK was part of the EU, entering Europe was straightforward.…
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Brexit: British Athletes Demand to be Visa-Free in the EU

British athletes have joined performing artists in the list of those demanding from the United Kingdom government to renegotiate with the European Union the period of visa-free stays in the EU for Brits, and the need of a work permit to perform several types of activities in the Member States. In a petition initiated by…
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Brexit: No Visa Deal for Performing Artist

The United Kingdom’s departure from the EU on the 1st January has presented several issues regarding mobility of performing artists between borders. Aside from the pandemic, the lack of a deal is proving to be the biggest obstacle for orchestras, band, solo artists and crew members to start touring again after Brexit. The British and…
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