UK eVisa for Indians: Airlines Can Now Refuse Boarding
UK's digital border system now allows airlines to refuse boarding passengers without eVisa or ETA. New rules affect all Indian travelers to Britain.
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Latest policy changes, fee updates, and travel advisories for Indian passport holders
Jeju Visa-Free Entry Denied to Indians Despite Waiver
Indian Embassy in Seoul warns Jeju's visa-free entry isn't guaranteed after influencer detained 38 hours. New document requirements effective immediately.
Egypt Visa Fee May Rise to $30 from March 2026
Egypt visa fee could increase from $25 to $30 starting March 1, 2026. Travel association document suggests change but awaits official confirmation.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Canada: Match Tickets Don't Guarantee Visa Approval
Canada warns FIFA World Cup 2026 fans that match tickets don't guarantee visa approval. New guidance requires early applications through official channels.
New Zealand Open Work Visa Rules Tightened from April 2026
New Zealand restricts open work visa employment conditions from April 20, 2026. Some visa holders can no longer operate businesses under new...
France Visa-Free Airport Transit for Indians Starts 2026
France announces visa-free airport transit for Indians during President Macron's Delhi visit. Six-month pilot starts Q2 2026 with 30,000 student target...
Japan Ends Walk-In Visa Applications in Chennai, Hyderabad From March 2
Japanese consulates mandate prior appointments for visa submissions in Chennai, Cochin, Hyderabad and Puducherry starting March 2, ending walk-in applications.
Spain Digital Nomad Visa Tops Global Rankings 2026
Spain ranked world's #1 digital nomad destination with 32,000 visas issued since 2023. Indians earning ₹30 lakh annually can access 3-year EU residency.
Bangladesh Reopens Tourist Visas for Indians After Two-Month Freeze
Bangladesh resumes tourist visa processing for Indian travelers from February 24, 2026, ending a two-month suspension that disrupted thousands of travel plans.
India Resumes Bangladesh Visa Services After Year-Long Freeze
India will restart all visa categories for Bangladesh from early March, ending a year-long suspension that disrupted cross-border business travel and projects.
Thailand Scraps Visa Fees and Doubles Stay Duration for Indian
From February 20, Indian passport holders can enter Thailand visa-free for 60 days instead of paying ₹4,600 VOA fee for 30 days. Extension possible for 30 more days.
UK Scraps Physical Visa Stickers for Indians—Digital e-Visas Start February 25
UK replaces physical visa stickers with digital e-Visas for Indian travelers from Feb 25. Airlines will verify digital status at check-in; no re-application needed.
Chennai US Visa Appointments in 1 Month vs Mumbai's 10-Month Wait
Fresh State Department data reveals massive disparities in US B1/B2 visa interview wait times across Indian consulates, with Chennai offering slots in just one month.
Kuwait Launches Freelance Visa for ₹80,000-₹1,00,000 - No Sponsor Needed
Kuwait introduces sponsor-free freelance visa at ₹80,000-₹1,00,000 annually. Indian professionals can work independently without traditional kafala system.
Armenia Drops Visa Requirements for Indians Living Abroad
Indian expats in Gulf, US, and Europe can now visit Armenia visa-free for 180 days. New policy effective until July 2026 requires valid residence permits.
Greece Visa Centres Reopen Across India After 2-Month Cyber Outage
All Greece visa application centres in India resume operations today after cyber-related shutdown. Indian travelers can now apply for Schengen visas again.
UAE Slashes Visa Overstay Fines: New ₹1,100 Daily Rate Affects Indian Traveler
UAE implements unified AED 50 (₹1,100) daily overstay fine for all visa types. Indian travelers face streamlined penalties but stricter enforcement in 2026.
Qatar's New 10-Year Visa Costs ₹90 Lakh Less Than UAE Golden Visa
Qatar launches 10-year residency permit with ₹2.3 crore investment threshold, significantly undercutting UAE's ₹4.1 crore requirement for Indian investors.
UK Opens 3,000 Work Visa Slots for Indians: 48-Hour Application Window Starts February 17
UK's India Young Professionals Scheme opens February 17-19 with 3,000 two-year work visas for Indians aged 18-30. No employer sponsorship required.
Skip The UK This Valentine's: 6 Visa-Free Countries You Can Visit Today
Planning last-minute Valentine's travel? Forget lengthy UK visa processes. These 6 destinations welcome Indian passport holders without prior visas.
Hajj 2026 Visas Now Available: Early Start Benefits Indian Pilgrim
Saudi Arabia begins issuing Hajj 2026 visas four months early, offering Indian pilgrims better planning time and improved services under Vision 2030 framework.
Schengen Visa Goes Digital in 2026: New Online System, Same ₹9,600 Fee
Schengen visa applications move online with 15-day minimum processing from 2026. Digital platform launches but biometrics still required at VFS centres.
GCC Unified Visa 2026: One Application for 6 Gulf Countries
Gulf countries introduce Schengen-style unified tourist visa allowing Indian travelers single entry to UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman with one application.
Air India's ₹3,300 Crore Maharaja Lounge Opens at Delhi T3 with Exclusive Immigration Desk
Air India's flagship 42,000 sq ft Maharaja Lounge at Delhi T3 opens February 16 with dedicated immigration desk, live cooking stations, and premium amenities for business travelers.
India-Brazil Strike Massive 10-Year Visa Deal for Travelers
India and Brazil double visitor visa validity to 10 years, slashing renewal paperwork for business travelers and tourists between the two nations.
Kuwait's New App Feature Cuts Passport Update Time from Weeks to Hours for Indians
Kuwait launches digital passport update service via Sahel app, benefiting 900,000 Indian expatriates with 24-hour processing instead of weeks-long waits.
Sri Lanka's New 12-Month Digital Nomad Visa Targets Indian Tech Workers
Sri Lanka launches 12-month Digital Nomad Visa and extends tourist e-visa to 90 days, targeting Indian remote workers with streamlined online applications.
2026 FIFA World Cup USA: Visa Changes Could Impact Indian Fans
New US visa policies and tightening rules may affect Indian football fans planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with longer processing times expected.
GCC Grand Tours Visa Pilot Phase: Travel 6 Gulf States
Single visa covering UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman launching Q4 2026 at ₹8,500-12,500 for 30-90 day stays.
Singapore's No-Boarding Directive: Indians May Be Denied Boarding from Jan 30, 2026
Singapore's ICA will issue No-Boarding Directives to airlines from January 30, 2026. Indians must complete SG Arrival Card 3 days before travel or risk being denied boarding.
Canada Visa Processing Time for Indians: 83 Days (2026)
Canada visitor visa now takes 83 days for Indians, down from 99. See the full timeline, tips to avoid delays, and how to apply online for faster processing.
Flying Back to India? You Can Now Bring Home 50% More Duty-Free (New Rules Inside)
India raises duty-free allowance from ₹50,000 to ₹75,000 - plus laptops are now free, customs duty halved, and jewellery rules completely changed
H-1B Visa Interview Dates for Indians Pushed to 2027 - No Slots in 2026
Indian H-1B workers face unprecedented delays as US visa interview slots now unavailable until 2027
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Singapore Allows Indians 96-Hour Visa-Free Transit - How It Works
Indians with valid US, UK, or other select country visas can transit through Singapore for up to 96 hours without a visa
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Albania Opens Easier Entry for Indian Travelers Without Schengen Visa
Albania offers Indian passport holders an alternative European destination without needing a Schengen visa
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US H-1B Visa Interview Dates Pushed to 2027 at Indian Consulates
US consulates in India are scheduling H-1B visa interviews for 2027, creating significant delays for Indian professionals.
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Hanoi Named Asia's Best Solo Travel Destination 2026: Visa Guide for Indian Travelers
Vietnam's capital Hanoi has been crowned Asia's best solo travel destination for 2026, with convenient e-visa options available for Indian travelers.
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Russian Study Visa Guide for Indian Students - Application Process Simplified
Complete step-by-step guide helps Indian students navigate Russian study visa application process.
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Germany Allows Visa-Free Transit for Indian Passport Holders - New Travel Rules Explained
Germany introduces visa-free transit provisions for Indian passport holders, making connecting flights through German airports more convenient.
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Australia Moves India to Highest-Risk Category for Student Visas Amid Integrity Concerns
Australia has placed India in its highest-risk category for student visas, citing emerging integrity concerns that could impact visa processing for Indian students.
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Indian Passport Climbs 3 Spots in Global Ranking
Indian passport now ranks 77th globally with visa-free access to 71 countries
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US Visa Bulletin December 2025 - Good News for EB-5
EB-5 visa category moves forward significantly for Indian applicants in December bulletin
Malaysia Extends Visa-Free Entry for Indians Until 2026
Good news! Malaysia visa-free access extended until December 31, 2026 for Indian tourists
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Australia Opens MATES Visa Registration for Indians
3,000 young Indians can get 2-year Australian work visa through MATES program - registration open
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UK Expands HPI Visa to Top 100 Global Universities
UK High Potential Individual visa now open to graduates from top 100 universities worldwide
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Indians Now Eligible for 5-Year Schengen Visas
New cascade system rewards frequent Indian travelers with 2-year and 5-year multi-entry Schengen visas
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New Zealand Allows Remote Work on Tourist Visa
Indians can now work remotely for 90 days while visiting New Zealand on visitor visa
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EU Entry/Exit System Launches - No More Passport Stamps
New biometric system replaces passport stamps at Schengen borders - full rollout by April 2026
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Thailand 60-Day Visa-Free Entry Continues for Indians
Thailand maintains 60-day visa-free for Indians - plus new e-visa and digital arrival card
Digital Schengen Visa Launches for Indian Travelers
EU launches all-digital Schengen visa - apply from your phone, no more passport stickers
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