UK makes it easier for Chinese to apply for visas after complaints over high-spending tourists
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Britain will make it easier for Chinese visitors to apply for visas following complaints from U.K. tourism businesses that the system doesn't entice enough high-spending travelers from China.
British Treasury Chief George Osborne announced the changes Monday as he led a trade delegation to China on a five-day trip.
Chinese visitors to Europe frequently choose not to stop in Britain because they have to apply for a separate visa from much of the rest of Europe.
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The Treasury says many applicants for EU visas will now be able to use the same application for British visas, without having to fill out a separate form.
It also says a new 24-hour fast visa service will be available starting next summer.