Visas Of Stranded Foreigners In India Extended To 30 April

On Monday, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) provided clarification that the consular services on a gratis basis to foreign nationals, presently residing in India due to travel restrictions in the context of COVID-19 outbreak, is granted till 30 April 2020.

The extension is applicable on a regular visa as well as e-visa of these foreign nationals.

"Regular visa, e-visa or stay stipulation, of such foreign nationals who have been stranded in India because of spread of COVID-19 in many parts of the world, and due to consequent travel restrictions imposed by Indian authorities and whose visas have expired or would be expiring during February 1 (Midnight) to April 30 (Midnight), would be extended till April 30 (Midnight) on GRATIS basis, after making online application by the foreigner," a statement from the home ministry said.