Schengen visa applications near 12 million in 2025; India ranks third globally
The European Commission has reported that EU and Schengen-associated consulates received nearly 12 million applications for short-stay visas in 2025, reflecting continued recovery in international...
Sri Lanka introduces free 30-day tourist ETA for 40 countries including India
Sri Lanka has announced that nationals from 40 countries, including India, will be eligible to obtain a free tourist Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for...
US Secretary Marco Rubio announces ‘America First’ visa schedule; calls India-US ties ‘cornerstone’ of...
Highlighting the deep strategic alignment between New Delhi and Washington, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Saturday described the relationship between India and...
Thailand to roll back 60-day visa-free scheme to 30 days for 93 countries
Thailand’s Cabinet has approved the cancellation of the 60-day visa-free entry scheme for travellers from more than 90 countries and territories, said Thailand Minister...
VFS Global enhances UK visa submission experience with 12 Premium Application Centres across India
VFS Global has strengthened its premium visa application infrastructure in India with a network of 12 Premium Application Centres (PACs) for UK visa customers...
BLS International begins Belarus visa operations in Mumbai
BLS International has commenced Belarus visa operations in Mumbai, following its formal appointment by the Consulate General of the Republic of Belarus in Mumbai.
The...
France operationalises visa-free transit for Indian nationals
The Government of France has operationalised visa-free airside transit for Indian nationals passing through its airports in European territory, effective April 10, 2026.
The move...
Embassy of China in India: Consular office to remain closed from May 1–5, 2026
According to a notice dated April 22, 2026, on its official website, the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in India in New...
Thailand revises visa, legalisation and consular service fees
The Royal Thai Embassy in New Delhi has announced a revision in fees for visa applications, legalisation and consular services in India, with the...
VFS Global launches Singapore visa services in Punjab and Tamil Nadu
VFS Global has been appointed as an Authorised Visa Agent (AVA) for Singapore visa services in Chandigarh and Chennai, enhancing accessibility for applicants across...
