The Indian diplomatic missions in the UAE will be revamping their outsourced consular services, including visa services, starting from 2024. Under the new plan, all consular services will be offered under one roof at Indian Consular Application Centres (ICACs) that will be set up in all emirates.
India's domestic air passenger traffic witnessed a significant 25% year-on-year increase in July, according to data from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Market leaders IndiGo and Air India maintained their positions, while emerging carriers like Vistara and Akasa Air made notable strides.
Ambassador de Luca underscored Italy's commitment to expedite the visa application process, as evidenced by a remarkable 38% surge in visa issuances to Indian nationals during the initial seven months of this year.
Indonesia is set to launch a new Golden Visa program for Bali, aiming to attract foreign investment and talent to the popular tourist destination. The program will be open to foreigners who make a significant investment in Bali, either in the real economy or in government bonds.
Delhi airport announces flight restrictions for non-scheduled flights on August 15, during select morning and evening hours. Exceptions for state-owned aircraft, quick response missions, and medical evacuations. Travelers advised to plan ahead and utilize the 'DigiYatra' facility for contactless travel.
The Canadian government is all set to launch the Recognized Employer Pilot. This groundbreaking initiative, operating under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), aims to simplify and expedite the recruitment of foreign workers for compliant repeat employers.
The Abu Dhabi government's visionary decision to lower tourism and municipality fees within its hotels heralds a new era for the emirate's economy. As of September 1, these bold measures are poised to attract more visitors, invigorate tourism growth, and position Abu Dhabi as a global leisure and tourism hotspot.
The European Union's efforts to enhance external borders security have been delayed, with the Entry/Exit System (EES) and European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) not yet ready to be rolled out.
In a strategic move to enhance accessibility and convenience for UK visa applicants in India, VFS Global has forged a partnership with Tata-owned Indian Hotels Company and the Radisson Hotel Group.
Aspiring Indian immigrants seeking the prestigious EB-1 visa have been dealt a significant setback with the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) imposing a surprising retrogression of the final action date. The move has resulted in a 10-year delay, pushing back the issuance of these visas.