The validity of visas of foreigners stranded in India due to the COVID-19 pandemic has been extended till April 30. The announcement comes a day before Prime Minister Narendra Modi is to address the nation on the lockdown.
E-visas, apart from regular visas, are also valid till April 30. The foreign nationals whose visas have been extended have been stranded in the country since March 24, when the lockdown was announced. With all flights grounded, except for essential cargo services, the foreigners had no choice but to stay put and wait out the lockdown.
The validity of visas of foreigners stranded in India due to the COVID-19 pandemic has been extended till April 30. The announcement comes a day before Prime Minister Narendra Modi is to address the nation on the lockdown.
E-visas, apart from regular visas, are also valid till April 30. The foreign nationals whose visas have been extended have been stranded in the country since March 24, when the lockdown was announced. With all flights grounded, except for essential cargo services, the foreigners had no choice but to stay put and wait out the lockdown.