HC Deb 07 March 1933 vol 275 c1001
54. Mr. WHITE (for Mr. MANDER)

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs if be will consider the advisability of remitting the fee at present charged for visas with a view to encouraging foreigners to visit this country?

The SECRETARY of STATE for FOREIGN AFFAIRS (Sir John Simon)

No, Sir. I regret that His Majesty's Government still feel obliged to adhere to their decision that it is not possible, at present, for financial reasons, to enter into any further agreements for the reduction or abolition of visa fees.