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MU Announces Continued Partnership with Viva La Visa for Free Visa Advice Line

If you're seeking guidance on visas, work permits or travel documentation for touring abroad, you can access Viva La Visa's free advice line.

Published: 01 June 2024 | 9:00 AM Updated: 28 November 2024 | 3:09 PM
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Viva La Visa can help with worldwide touring-related questions, including work permits, visas, passports and carnets. Image credit: Shutterstock.

The MU is delighted to announce that from 1 June 2024, Viva La Visa is continuing its free advice line for MU members seeking guidance on visas and work permits.

Viva La Visa offers advice to help artists navigate the world of touring

Whether working in the EU or further abroad, MU members have access to Viva La Visa’s free advice line for guidance on visas, work permits and travel documentation.

Dave Webster, MU Head of International, says: “I am really pleased that we are able to continue our long-standing relationship with Andy and the team at Viva La Visa.

“The world of visas and work permits is a tricky landscape to navigate so it’s great our members can contact them to get the advice they need.”

How to access the advice line

Members can access the advice line by contacting Viva La Visa directly, via phone or their dedicated email address for MU members.

Phone: 01473 892 660
Email: mu@vivalavisa.co.uk

Please remember to quote your MU membership number. 

MU members can also access a 20% discount on all processing fees

With global connections and embassy experience in numerous destinations, Viva La Visa can help with worldwide touring-related questions, including work permits, visas, passports and carnets.

They are also pleased to offer a 20% discount on all processing fees for MU members. To claim this, please contact them directly using the details above. 

Andy Corrigan, Director of Viva La Visa, says: “We are proud to continue our longstanding relationship with the MU and would encourage members to get in touch with any questions they may have - our friendly team are delighted to discuss your visa requirements!”

You can find out more about Viva La Visa on their website.

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