GATS Mode 4 (Presence of natural persons)

GATS Mode 4, known as "Presence of Natural Persons," refers to the temporary movement of individuals across borders to provide services. This includes professionals like consultants, lawyers, or teachers who travel to a foreign country to perform their work on-site, but do not establish a local business there. It covers short-term visits for service delivery, training, or consulting, emphasizing the movement of skilled people rather than goods or permanent business operations. This mode facilitates international cooperation and service trade by allowing professionals to operate temporarily in foreign markets.