UAE expands visa-on-arrival programme for Indian nationals from six more countries

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expanded its visa-on-arrival programme for Indian nationals, extending eligibility to those holding valid visas, residence permits, or Green Cards from six additional cou...

Lebanon VACs in Goa, Gurugram, and Jaipur will be operational

The VFS Lebanon Visa Application Centres in Goa, Gurugram, and Jaipur will be operati...

Changes to New Zealand investor visa criteria

Changes to the Active Investor Plus Visa will take effect from 1 April 2025, making i...

Canada - In-person passport submission and passport collection update

From February 10, 2025 you will need to book an appointment for PASSPORT SUBMISSION and PASSPORT COLLECTION. Click here to book an appointment. Submission by Courier Once you receive notification from t...

Change to New Zealand visitor work rules

Visitors and Digital Nomads can now work remotely in New Zealand for an overseas empl...

US opens its 5th Consulate in Bengaluru

The US and Indian governments dedicated a new US consulate site in Bengaluru. However...

Revision of Visa Fees for Ukraine

The visa fees for all Ukraine visa categories will be revised. Please refer to the Visa Fee page for the updated details.

Norway Digital Sponsorship and Invitation Form

A digital sponsorship and invitation form is now available for individuals, companies, and organizations wishing to sponsor visa applicants to Norway. Sponsors can verify their identity using their Norw...

Mandatory Requirement to Provide Applicant’s Phone Number for Portugal Visa Application

The Embassy of Portugal in New Delhi requires all applicants to provide their own active phone number in both the application form and at the counter. The use of an agent's or representative's phone number...

Change in US Consular Exchange Rate effective January 13, 2025

The Consular Exchange Rate will be changing on January 13, 2025. Before submitting yo...