Hajj vs Umrah visas 2026: What Indian pilgrims must know as Saudi Arabia bars visit visas, tightens entry normsSaudi Arabia has implemented stricter entry rules for Hajj 2026, barring visit visa holders and requiring official permits for access to ho...
20 Apr, 2026, 12.36 PM IST
Thailand warns travellers against fake digital arrival card websitesBeware of fake websites charging for Thailand's Digital Arrival Card. This service is free and mandatory for all foreign visitors. Register...
13 Apr, 2026, 12.20 PM IST
Air India partners Uzbekistan Airways to expand Central Asia connectivityAir India and Uzbekistan Airways have launched a codeshare partnership, effective March 20, 2026, enhancing travel between India and Centra...
31 Mar, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
UK rolls out e-visas: How to apply, who benefits and what changesThe UK has expanded its digital e-visa system, allowing most applicants to retain their passports during processing. This shift replaces ph...
27 Feb, 2026, 12.40 PM IST
India introduces new e-Business visa to facilitate easy travel for Chinese nationalsA latest advisory on the Indian Embassy website here said the e-B-4 Visa, which was introduced on January 1, can be applied for online with...
05 Jan, 2026, 06.55 PM IST
Indian Embassy in Kuwait warns applicants about fake visa portalsThe Indian Embassy in Kuwait has warned travellers about a surge in fraudulent websites impersonating official e-visa portals. These decept...
28 Nov, 2025, 02.57 PM IST
From fee to different documents required: The ultimate guide to Dubai visa for IndiansIndians need a visa to visit Dubai, with options including a tourist e-visa (96-hour, 30-day, 90-day), Transit Visa, and the prestigious Go...
23 Mar, 2025, 01.07 PM IST
Philippines launches e-visa for Indian passport holdersThe Philippines has launched an e-Visa system for Indian passport holders, simplifying travel to the Southeast Asian nation. The online pla...
07 Dec, 2024, 01.24 PM IST
Indian Consulate in NY cautions community against using unscrupulous agents for consular servicesIndia's New York Consulate warns the Indian community against fraudulent travel agents overcharging for consular services and submitting fa...
09 Aug, 2024, 09.51 AM IST
Sri Lanka launches new e-visa system: Everything you need to knowSri Lanka launched an e-visa system, streamlining the visa application process for travellers. The initiative offers updated requirements, ...
20 Apr, 2024, 05.02 PM IST
"Situation has become more secure": EAM Jaishankar on resumption of e-Visa services for CanadiansIndia reinstated e-Visa services for eligible Canadian citizens after a temporary suspension due to diplomatic challenges. External Affairs...
23 Nov, 2023, 11.13 AM IST
Unauthorised websites trying to facilitate issuance of India e-visaUnion Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai said with respect to e-Visas, from time to time, it has come to the notice of the government...
25 Jul, 2023, 02.29 PM IST
Indians fume as Malaysia eVisa facility faces tech glitchThe Malaysian High Commission in New Delhi announced on its social media last week that due to the service disruption of the eVisa portal, ...
19 Oct, 2022, 11.21 AM IST
After e-Visa scheme, govt to offer online visa servicesThe integrated online visa system under the immigration, visa, foreigners registration and tracking (IVFRT) project has been operationalise...
08 Mar, 2018, 08.32 PM IST
Germany, US, Israel among 43 countries to get e-visa facilityAs per the government decision, all countries, except a few in the "prior list", would be brought into the e-visa regime over the next two ...
23 Nov, 2014, 11.14 AM IST
US, Israel to be given e-visa facility from November 27The e-visa facility for 28 countries would be rolled out by Home Minister Rajnath Singh along with Tourism Minister Mahesh Sharma.
14 Nov, 2014, 07.59 PM IST
Government’s gift to tourists: E-visa scheme likely to be launched by month-endOnce implemented, ETA will allow foreign travelers to apply for a visa and receive an online confirmation within three to five working days.
22 Oct, 2014, 12.24 PM IST