India simplifies visa regime; tourist visa renamed as visitor visa
The Hindu published this report 15:27 UTC, 11 November 2026.
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India streamlines visa system and shortens application forms
India announced changes to its visa system on Nov. 11, according to The Hindu and Free Press Journal. Free Press Journal reported that main categories will fall from 13 to nine, sub-categories from 49 to 23, and application form fields by 65% to 70%; The Hindu said the Tourist Visa is being renamed the Visitor Visa, with two sub-categories. Free Press Journal said implementation is expected by the end of 2026, while the other reports do not give an implementation date.
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