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  EU eases travel for Indian passport holders with long-term Schengen visas under 'cascade' regime

  World | April 23, 2024 20:49 IST

  The European Commission had adopted specific rules on the issuing of multiple entry visas to Indian nationals amid strengthened relations between India and the EU. Indian nationals can avail long-term, multi-entry visas for two years to countries under Schengen area.

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  Iran scraps visa requirement for Indians from February 4 under THESE conditions

  World | February 06, 2024 18:57 IST

  Iran had announced its decision to waive visa requirements for 33 countries, including India, last year. This decision follows similar moves by countries like Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Vietnam to waive visa requirements for Indian tourists.

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  Iran becomes fifth country to allow visa-free entry for Indian travellers | Details inside

  World | December 15, 2023 12:30 IST

  Before Iran, four countries - Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Vietnam - allowed visa-free entry for Indian travellers as well as those from other countries. This step has been taken to boost the tourism sector and promote economic development.

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  Passport Index 2023: What does India's score mean and why is it ranked low?

  Explainers | July 19, 2023 12:39 IST

  At the 80th position in the Henley Passport Index 2023 Q3, India provides visa-free and visa-on-arrival travel to 57 countries worldwide.