Asia Visa News & Travel Updates
The latest visa, entry, and travel-policy news from across Asia — covering e-visa launches, visa-free updates, fee changes, and processing news for major Asian destinations.
Japan Visa Fees Rise 5x From July 1 for Indian
Japan raises single-entry visa fees from ₹1,750 to ₹8,752 effective July 1, 2026 — the first increase in 48 years.
Jun 23, 2026
IndiGo Resumes 9 Middle East Routes from March 12 After Safety Clearance
IndiGo restarts flights to Bahrain, Doha, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Muscat, Kuwait, Dammam, Jeddah and Riyadh from March 12.
Apr 20, 2026
Thailand Reviews Visa-Free Policy Amid Security Concern
Thailand's Prime Minister officially announces review of visa-free entry policy during Parliament session on April 9, 2026.
Apr 11, 2026
India Los Angeles Consulate Resumes Visa Services After 15 Month
Indian Consulate in Los Angeles resumed visa and OCI processing on 6 April after 15-month outsourcing.
Apr 9, 2026
Pakistan Issues 2,800 Visas to Indian Sikh Pilgrims for Baisakhi
Pakistan granted 2,800 visas to Indian Sikh pilgrims for Baisakhi celebrations from 10-19 April. Kartarpur Corridor remains closed forcing travel via.
Apr 9, 2026
Vietnam Phu Quoc Visa-Free Travel Warning for Indian
Embassy of India warns travelers that Phu Quoc visa-free entry doesn't cover mainland Vietnam cities like Hanoi.
Apr 7, 2026
Afghanistan Launches E-Visa System for Indian Passport Holder
Afghanistan has introduced an electronic visa system for Indian travelers. The new Afghanistan e-visa platform simplifies the application process for.
Apr 2, 2026
India e-Arrival Card Required for All Foreign Traveler
India requires all foreign visitors including OCI holders to complete digital e-Arrival Card from April 1, 2026.
Apr 2, 2026 Thailand Proposes Cutting Visa-Free Stay from 60 to 30 Days — What Indian Travelers Need to Know
Thailand may cut visa-free stay from 60 to 30 days for 93 countries including India. Here's what changed, what it means for you, and what to do now.
Mar 23, 2026
India Makes 60% Flight Seats Free: New Rules for All Airline
Indian government mandates airlines provide 60% of flight seats free of cost. New rules effective immediately cover seat selection and passenger rights.
Mar 18, 2026 Japan Visa Mumbai Appointment Mandatory From 16 March 2026
VFS Mumbai ends walk-in submissions for Japan visas from 16 March 2026, requiring pre-booked appointments as slots fill within minutes of release.
Mar 15, 2026 Japan Proposes 10-fold Visa Fee Hike for Indians
Japan's Cabinet approved a Bill raising visa extension fees from ¥10,000 to ¥100,000 and permanent residency applications from ¥10,000 to ¥300,000.
Mar 14, 2026
Madurai Airport Gets International Status - New e-Visa Gateway
Union Cabinet designates Madurai Airport as international port of entry on 10 March 2026. New e-Visa counters to serve South India within six months.
Mar 13, 2026 Japan Visa Fees May Rise 10x to ₹60,000 for Permanent
Japan proposes raising visa fee caps to ¥300,000 (₹1,80,000) for permanent residency and ¥100,000 (₹60,000) for status changes - first revision since 1982.
Mar 10, 2026
Indian Embassy Qatar Issues Registration Form
Indian Embassy in Doha asks stranded tourists on visit visas to register via a new Google Form after the previous registration system crashed.
Mar 8, 2026 Bhutan Digital Nomad Visa Launched with $10,000 Investment
Bhutan launches digital nomad visa allowing 24-month stays with a $2,800 annual fee and mandatory $10,000 TER token investment for all applicants.
Mar 7, 2026
Singapore Student Visa Now Costs ₹1,800 for Indian Student
Singapore student visa fees range from ₹1,800-₹2,000 with tuition at public universities starting ₹6 lakh annually. 33,250 Indians currently study there.
Mar 7, 2026
H-1B 2027 Registration Opens March 4 - New Weighted
H-1B 2027 registration opened March 4 with new weighted selection system prioritizing higher-paid workers. Registration closes March 19, 2026.
Mar 6, 2026 Foreign Tourists Stuck in India Get Visa Extension Relief
Bureau of Immigration India orders hotels not to evict foreign tourists with expired visas. New e-FRRO portal offers exit permits and extensions.
Mar 6, 2026 India Offers Free Visa Extensions for Stranded Tourists
India's Home Affairs Ministry directs FRROs to grant fee-free visa extensions for tourists and business travelers stranded by airspace closures.
Mar 3, 2026 India Visa Extensions for Stranded Foreign Nationals
India's MEA allows foreign nationals to extend visas or regularize stay through FRRO offices in Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai amid flight disruptions.
Mar 3, 2026 Jeju Visa-Free Entry Denied to Indians Despite Waiver
Indian Embassy in Seoul warns Jeju's visa-free entry isn't guaranteed after influencer detained 38 hours. New document requirements effective immediately.
Feb 26, 2026 Japan Ends Walk-In Visa Applications in Chennai, Hyderabad From March 2
Japanese consulates mandate prior appointments for visa submissions in Chennai, Cochin, Hyderabad and Puducherry starting March 2, ending walk-in applications.
Feb 23, 2026 Bangladesh Reopens Tourist Visas for Indians After Two-Month Freeze
Bangladesh resumes tourist visa processing for Indian travelers from February 24, 2026, ending a two-month suspension that disrupted thousands of travel plans.
Feb 23, 2026 India Resumes Bangladesh Visa Services After Year-Long Freeze
India will restart all visa categories for Bangladesh from early March, ending a year-long suspension that disrupted cross-border business travel and projects.
Feb 21, 2026
Thailand Scraps Visa Fees and Doubles Stay Duration for Indian
From February 20, Indian passport holders can enter Thailand visa-free for 60 days instead of paying ₹4,600 VOA fee for 30 days. Extension possible for 30 more days.
Feb 21, 2026 Chennai US Visa Appointments in 1 Month vs Mumbai's 10-Month Wait
Fresh State Department data reveals massive disparities in US B1/B2 visa interview wait times across Indian consulates, with Chennai offering slots in just one month.
Feb 19, 2026 Armenia Drops Visa Requirements for Indians Living Abroad
Indian expats in Gulf, US, and Europe can now visit Armenia visa-free for 180 days. New policy effective until July 2026 requires valid residence permits.
Feb 17, 2026 Air India's ₹3,300 Crore Maharaja Lounge Opens at Delhi T3 with Exclusive Immigration Desk
Air India's flagship 42,000 sq ft Maharaja Lounge at Delhi T3 opens February 16 with dedicated immigration desk, live cooking stations, and premium amenities for business travelers.
Feb 7, 2026
Sri Lanka's New 12-Month Digital Nomad Visa Targets Indian Tech Workers
Sri Lanka launches 12-month Digital Nomad Visa and extends tourist e-visa to 90 days, targeting Indian remote workers with streamlined online applications.
Feb 6, 2026 Singapore's No-Boarding Directive: Indians May Be Denied Boarding from Jan 30, 2026
Singapore's ICA will issue No-Boarding Directives to airlines from January 30, 2026. Indians must complete SG Arrival Card 3 days before travel or risk being denied boarding.
Feb 4, 2026 Flying Back to India? You Can Now Bring Home 50% More Duty-Free (New Rules Inside)
India raises duty-free allowance from ₹50,000 to ₹75,000 - plus laptops are now free, customs duty halved, and jewellery rules completely changed
Feb 3, 2026Singapore Allows Indians 96-Hour Visa-Free Transit - How It Works
Indians with valid US, UK, or other select country visas can transit through Singapore for up to 96 hours without a visa
Jan 27, 2026Hanoi Named Asia's Best Solo Travel Destination 2026: Visa Guide for Indian Travelers
Vietnam's capital Hanoi has been crowned Asia's best solo travel destination for 2026, with convenient e-visa options available for Indian travelers.
Jan 20, 2026Indian Passport Climbs 3 Spots in Global Ranking
Indian passport now ranks 77th globally with visa-free access to 71 countries
Dec 15, 2025
Malaysia Extends Visa-Free Entry for Indians Until 2026
Good news! Malaysia visa-free access extended until December 31, 2026 for Indian tourists
Nov 20, 2025Thailand 60-Day Visa-Free Entry Continues for Indians
Thailand maintains 60-day visa-free for Indians - plus new e-visa and digital arrival card
Oct 15, 2025Philippines Now Visa-Free for Indian Tourists
Indians can now visit Philippines without visa - 14 days standard, 30 days with AJACSSUK visa
Oct 1, 2025