Category: Travel

Of the 11.08 lakh Schengen visa applications filed from India, 1,65,266 were turned down, a rejection rate of nearly 15%.  When Indian travelers dreamt of a European escape in 2024, over 1.65 lakhs of them were met with an expensive disappointment. According to data from the European Commission, Indian applicants lost Rs.136 crores in non-refundable visa fees […]

The United States Department of State issued a statement announcing plans to impose visa restrictions on the travel agents aiding “illegal immigration” into the US. In a major announcement, the US State Department on Monday said that it is initiating action to impose visa restrictions on owners and senior officials of Indian travel agencies for […]

Indian Government on late Thursday wasted no time in appointing the multi-crore hospitality major Bird Group (that manages a portfolio of Roseate hotels in UK and India) along with Air India as the two primary ground handling (GH) operators, hours after annulling the operations of controversial Turkey company Celebi. Further, according to late night discussion, […]

Whether you are applying for a fresh passport or renewing an existing one, here are the five major changes Indian passports will see this year. Indian passports are getting a significant upgrade, with a mix of tech advancements and process updates aimed at making them more secure and efficient. From a mandatory Birth Certificate requirement to […]

The Government has imposed stricter documentation requirements that every applicant should be aware of. New Passport Rules 2025: A passport is a very important document that verifies a person’s identity, especially during international travel. It confirms the traveller’s nationality and other essential details, which are mandatory, when travelling to another country. In a recent update, the […]

Highlights: Major Schengen Visa Policy Changes in 2025 • The European Union will implement significant updates to Schengen visa policies in 2025. • Greece’s Golden Visa Program will be expanded with new investment opportunities. • Romania and Bulgaria will join the Schengen Member States on January 1, 2025. • The EU will launch the Entry/Exit […]

Overview The United Arab Emirates has introduced a simplified visa-on-arrival policy for Indian tourists. This initiative aims to boost tourism and improve accessibility for Indian nationals, ensuring a streamlined travel experience. Key Features and Eligibility Indian passport holders can now avail of a 60-day visa on arrival with multiple entries, eliminating the need for prior […]

Indian travelers may soon enjoy visa-free access to Russia, with this arrangement potentially launching by spring 2025. Discussions between Russia and India in June focused on a bilateral agreement for visa-free group tourist exchanges. Currently, Russia offers similar programs to citizens of China and Iran, which have proven successful since their launch in August 2023. […]

The European Union is moving to phase out golden visa programs, but Hungary is bucking the trend by reinstating its own version, potentially boosting its travel and investment sectors. Golden visas have provided affluent individuals an alternative route to live and work abroad, bypassing the more complex and time-intensive processes typically required for residency. These […]

In a stunning display of recovery and growth, Qatar has emerged as the dominant force in the Middle East tourism market, recording a remarkable 147% increase in arrivals during the first half of 2024 compared to pre-pandemic levels according to UN Tourism. Out of 120 destinations worldwide, 67 have managed to fully recover their 2019 arrival numbers, and Qatar leads the pack as one of the strongest […]