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IMPACT – HIGH
What is the change? India has made sweeping changes to key visa programs, introducing new visa subcategories and instituting changed application procedures, registration rules and salary minimums.
What does the change mean? The changes will ease visa procedures for many applicants. While the subcategories will force some applicants to be more specific about their travel intentions, other changes will allow applicants to apply for visas in any country, obtain a short-term visa without cancelling a previously issued long-term visa, and make it easier for visa holders to travel shortly after arriving in India
Key information: India recently introduced new sub-categories for many visas, including Tourist Visas, Business Visas, Employment Visas, Intern Visas, Film Visas, Student Visas, Conference Visas and Entry Visas. Key subcategories for these visas are as follows:
Foreign nationals (other than Pakistani nationals) coming to India on any type of visa will be allowed to conduct activities that are permitted on Tourist Visas. Previously introduced e-visa subcategories for tourists, business travelers and medical visitors will also remain in place. Authorities recently stated that foreign nationals traveling to India on e-business visas may conduct any activity permitted under normal Business Visas. Visit this site for more information on the visa subcategories.
Authorities recently implemented other key changes, touching on:
BAL Analysis: Employers are encouraged to become familiar with the new visa subcategories and other changes. The changes were introduced in recent weeks and the interpretation and implementation at different embassies, consulates, high commissions, FRROs and FROs may vary. BAL is able to work with employers in determining which visa option is best for their employees and can help applicants through the application process.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group and our network provider located in India. For additional information, please contact your BAL attorney.
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