Immigration News - COVID-19, India COVID-19: International commercial flight ban extended Share this article LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) July 1, 2021 The Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has extended the ban on international commercial passenger flights to and from India for another month. Key Points: The flight suspension will remain in place through July 31. Authorities may allow select scheduled international flights on a case-by-case basis. International cargo flights continue to operate normally as approved by the DGCA. Vande Bharat Mission and air bubble flights continue to operate. Background: In March 2020, all commercial international flights were suspended. The suspension has been extended on a rolling month-to-month basis since its enactment. BAL Analysis: The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and BAL will provide additional updates as information becomes available. This alert has been provided by Berry Appleman & Leiden. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@balglobal.com. Copyright © 2021 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries please contact copyright@balglobal.com.