Indians traveling to South America via Istanbul will now require an e-ATV

The Embassy of the Republic of Turkey announces that Turkish authorities has commenced requiring the "Electronic Airport Transit Visa" (e-ATV) for Indian & Nepalese passport holders traveling to Mexico...


The UK Visa Application Centers (VACs) are moving to a new address.

Beginning April 15, 2024, the UK Visa Application Centers in Ahmedabad and Chennai will undergo a permanent relocation to the following addresses. Ahmedabad: Address: First Floor, Shree Balaji Ag...


Bulgaria & Romania Join Schengen, Remove Internal Air & Sea Border Checks

Bulgaria and Romania have lifted their internal air and sea border controls on March 31 and officially become members of the Schengen area after a 13-year long process. The number of Schengen Area Mem...


Japan e-Visa starts in India from 1 April 2024

Applicants can apply for eVisa through Japan Visa Application Centers (VFS Global). Type of VISA: Single entry short term visa for Tourism (up to 90 days) Eligibility: Indian and foreign nation...


Important Update for the Biometric Enrolment for the Italy

Change in the Italy visa application process at Bangalore Jurisdiction. Effective immediately, all applicants, regardless of their travel history, are required to provide biometric data when applying for...


Italy DOV Application Update

The DOV application has to be submitted according to the Jurisdiction of the place where the degree/school certificate has been issued, instead the study visa application has to be submitted according to t...


Undertaking and Information Form for Turkey


Saudi Arabia introduces new study visa program for international students

Saudi Arabia has launched an educational visa issuance service for international students wishing to study in the Middle East nation. To facilitate procedures for students wishing to study in Saudi Arabia...


Sri Lanka is considering extending visa-free entry for Indian Tourist

Sri Lanka is considering the continuation of its visa exemption status for Indian tourists beyond March, potentially ensuring continued ease of travel to the island nation. India holds a significant positi...


EU Plans to Increase Schengen Visa Application Fees

The European Commission has submitted a proposal to raise the basic fee for a Schengen visa, signaling a potential 12 per cent increase from €80 to €90 for adults and from €40 to €45 for children. The...