India expands DigiYatra facial-recognition boarding to six more airports
UK replaces physical visa stickers with digital e-Visas for Indian nationals
Bangladesh quietly moves to restore full visa operations for Indian travellers
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Bhubaneswar to get first multi-country visa application centre on Utkal Dibas
Visa outsourcer VFS Global will open a full-service application centre in Bhubaneswar on 1 April 2026, giving Odisha’s students and business travellers local access to biometrics and premium services and reducing reliance on out-of-state facilities.
Air India and AI Express to shift Ahmedabad domestic flights back to Terminal 2
From 29 March 2026, Air India and Air India Express will move their domestic operations at Ahmedabad back to the upgraded Terminal 2, promising shorter queues and seamless international connections for business flyers. Travellers and ground-transport providers should adjust logistics accordingly.
Punjab opposition leader vows to reopen Attari and Fazilka trade borders
Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Badal has promised to reopen the long-shuttered Attari and Fazilka land borders for trade if elected, signalling potential relief for Punjab exporters who have faced higher logistics costs since 2019.
Thailand reportedly drops visa fees and doubles visa-free stay for Indian visitors
A report—still awaiting Thai government confirmation—suggests Indians may soon enjoy 60-day visa-free entry to Thailand with no arrival fee, potentially boosting MICE and leisure travel. Companies should watch for an official announcement before altering travel policies.
Thailand Doubles Visa-Free Stay for Indians to 60 Days, Drops VOA Fee
From 20 February, Indians can enter Thailand visa-free for 60 days (extendable by 30) and no longer pay the THB 2,000 visa-on-arrival fee. The change supports tourism and short-term business travel and is prompting carriers to boost capacity on India–Thailand routes.
US Visa Bulletin: March 2026 Leap Eases Green-Card Backlog for Indians
The March 2026 Visa Bulletin advances India’s EB-2 green-card cut-off by 11 months and EB-1 by four, allowing many Indian professionals to file for adjustment of status in March. Employers should brace for increased immigration filings and prepare supporting documents.
Kuwait Proposes Freelance Visa—Indian Expatriates May Work Without Sponsors
Kuwait plans to introduce a paid freelance visa allowing expatriates—including many Indians—to work without a local sponsor. The reform seeks to curb illegal permit trading and give businesses access to regulated gig-economy talent.
Delhi Issues Traffic Curbs for AI Summit; International Travellers Advised to Re-Route
VVIP security measures for the AI Impact Summit are restricting key Delhi road links on 20 February. International passengers should allow extra time to reach IGI Airport or choose Metro services to avoid missed flights and cargo delays.