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Nine Countries Change Visa Rules for Indian Travelers

Nine countries have changed how Indian travelers get permission to enter.

Laos, Qatar, and Iran no longer provide the same on-arrival clearance for Indian visitors.

Travelers to these countries must get an e-visa before leaving India.

Nicaragua and Cape Verde also require travel authorization before boarding.

Chile, Ghana, and Venezuela have made online visa applications available through e-visa portals.

Sri Lanka now uses an Electronic Travel Authorization system.

These documents may take time to process.

Travelers should check official government websites before booking flights.

Without the required approval, they could be refused boarding or entry.

Key facts

Countries changing rules: Laos, Qatar, Iran, Nicaragua, Cape Verde, Chile, Ghana, Venezuela, and Sri Lanka
On-arrival clearance withdrawn: Laos, Qatar, and Iran now require advance e-visas for Indian visitors
Pre-travel authorization: Nicaragua requires online applications or documentation by email before boarding
Cape Verde policy: Cape Verde revoked on-arrival visa privileges for citizens of 96 countries, including India
E-visa portals: Chile, Ghana, and Venezuela now offer remote e-visa application systems
Sri Lanka system: Sri Lanka replaced its previous arrival framework with an Electronic Travel Authorization mechanism
Traveler advice: Travelers should verify official visa timelines, passport validity requirements, and entry conditions before booking non-refundable flights

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