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IMPACT – MEDIUM
What is the change? India has expanded its e-Tourist visa program to nationals of 36 additional countries.
What does the change mean? The program primarily benefits tourists from designated countries. Business travelers are advised to obtain visas from an Indian consulate before travel, except for urgent and very narrowly tailored business trips.
Background: Nationals of the following countries will be eligible for e-Tourist visas as of Aug. 15.
The complete list of eligible nationals can be found on the Indian government’s website.
BAL Analysis: Individuals traveling to India on business are reminded that because of the narrow definition of business travel, the wide discretion that border officials exercise and the high risk of being turned away at a point of entry, BAL does not recommend that business travelers use e-Tourist visas.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group. For additional information, please contact your BAL attorney.
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