Passport Archives | Pravasi Samwad

SEBI Eases KYC Rules for NRIs, OCIs, Allows Digital Onboarding from Abroad

Overseas investors from FATF-compliant countries can complete verification remotely from December 3, reducing hurdles to investing in Indian securities markets

India Waives $25 Late Fee for OCI Passport Updates Until December 31

One-time relief allows OCI cardholders to update passport details without penalty; travellers can continue journeys while applications are processed PRAVASISAMWAD.COM

Indian Embassy Closes Four Consular Service Centres in UAE, 12 Remain Operational

Indian nationals must use alternative centres for passport, visa and document attestation services following closures in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and

OCI Cardholders Are Not Indian Citizens, Bureau of Immigration Clarifies

Overseas Citizens of India enjoy several residency and travel benefits but remain foreign nationals, with restrictions on political rights and

UAE Tops 2026 World Passport Rankings; India Ranks 72nd, US Takes 10th Spot

The UAE offers access to 182 destinations, while Indian passport holders can travel to 70 destinations through visa-free entry or

Nine Countries Changed Visa Rules for Indian Travellers in 2026

From Laos and Qatar to Sri Lanka and Nicaragua, Indian passport holders have faced several changes in entry procedures this

Indian-American Leaders Seek Better Consular Services, Stronger Role in Pravasi Bharatiya Divas

Diaspora representatives raise concerns over passports, NRI property disputes and emergency assistance during MEA Secretary Sripriya Ranganathan’s US outreach PRAVASISAMWAD.COM

Thailand cuts visa-free stay for Indian visitors to 30 days

The revised arrangement reduces the maximum visa-free stay for Indian passport holders from 60 days, affecting holidaymakers and other short-term

Indian passport holders can travel to 25 visa-free destinations, with stays of up to 180 days

Indian travellers have access to a range of visa-free and visa-on-arrival destinations, offering more options for international holidays and short

Abu Dhabi Offers Free UAE Entry Visas to Eligible Indian Tourists

Three-month pilot scheme covers qualifying holiday bookings and up to 20,000 visas for Indian passport holders travelling from India PRAVASISAMWAD.COM