Jan 12, 2004: NRI Alert - New rules about UK Transit Visas
	This information is for the Indians traveling through the UK on their way to a third country. “From 18 October 2003, certain nationals (including India and Pakistan) need visas to travel through the UK on their way to a third country.” The new rules have caused considerable amount of confusion to potential ‘Direct Airside Transit Visa’ (DATV) applicants and the airline personnel. After receiving few complaints, IndiaCause media contact, Vinod Negi, talked to the office of British Consulate General explaining the difficulties faced by the Indians requiring the transit visas. Patrick Owens, HM Consul and Director of US Visa Issuing Posts, responded with a call and a detailed email explaining the situation and useful tips to avoid the crush. For all the details please visit IndiaCause NRI page (UK Visa link is under Travel section) http://indiacause.com/IC_NRI.htm (This newsletter is for informational purpose only. Please take all your decisions after talking to your travel agent and visiting the official website of UK government.)