Recent Visa News
Curated intelligence for corporate travel managers and HR teams.
Australian Immi App: Simple Instructions to Complete Your Identity Verification
Keep your valid passport and biometric letter (VLN starting with AUI) ready, enter your VLN in the app, scan your passport details page and chip, take a face photo against a plain, light-coloured wall, then check and submit. If your VLN does not start with AUI, visit an Australian Biometrics Collection Centre (ABCC).
China Visa Fees 2026: Mumbai Price List for Indian Passport Holders
The 2026 price list for Chinese visas in Mumbai: Rs 2,900 (normal) or Rs 4,700 (express) for a single entry, up to Rs 8,800 (normal) or Rs 10,600 (express) for a multiple-entry visa of 12 months or more. Group visas are Rs 1,800 per applicant (normal) and Rs 3,600 (express).
Chinese Embassy in New Delhi: Daily Limit of 15 Agent and 15 Individual Applications
The Chinese Embassy in New Delhi will accept only 15 applications per day from agents and 15 applications per day from individuals, on a first come, first served basis.
Netherlands Visa: New Rules for Submitting an Application on Someone Else’s Behalf from 16 November 2026
From 16 November 2026, a new set of conditions applies if someone else submits your Netherlands visa application for you. You must be 12 or older and have given fingerprints for a Schengen, airport transit or entry visa application in the past 59 months, and your representative must bring a signed authorisation letter, their own travel document and all your documents.
China Visa Update: Payment Is Non-Refundable and the Amount Shown Is for Reference Only
On the China Online Visa Application (COVA) offline payment step for Mumbai, the page warns that the payment cannot be refunded once it is successfully made, and that the amount shown is for reference only. The final fee is subject to the actual charge by the Embassy.
UK Premium Application Centre Opens in Nagpur from 30 October 2026: Appointments Required
A new UK Premium Application Centre opens in Nagpur on 30 October 2026, at Tuli International Hotel, Sadar. It works by appointment only, and the new Premium appointment days are charged at GBP 80.
Australia Expands Biometric Collection Requirements for Visa Applicants in India
From 26 October 2026, applicants for an Australian visa in India may be asked to give fingerprints and a facial image, either in person at an Australian Biometrics Collection Centre or digitally through the Australian Immi App. It applies only to new applications lodged from that date.
China Visa Update: Only Demand Drafts Accepted at the Consulate General
For China visa applications submitted at the Consulate General, only demand drafts are accepted. The draft must be purchased from any nationalized or foreign bank in India, and the payee name must be CONSULATE GENERAL OF THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA IN MUMBAI.
China Visa Applications in Mumbai Move to the Consulate General from 26 October 2026
From 26 October 2026 the Mumbai Visa Application Center will no longer accept applications for Chinese visas and consular legalization services; these will be accepted directly by the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Mumbai. Processed documents can be collected until 12:00 noon on 30 October 2026. Online applications submitted after 17:00 on 23 October 2026 carry no service fee; fees collected before that time are non-refundable.
Guyana Visa Holders: Important Next Step Before Your Flight
The Guyana High Commission has asked everyone who has received a Guyana visa to email their details and documents to visa_ind@mission.gov.gy before departure, so it can inform the airline for smooth boarding.
Important Update: Italy VAC Appointments Closed in North Jurisdiction — September 2026
Please be informed that the Italy Visa Application Centres will not accept any visa applications and DOV applications as per the following dates: New Delhi — 28th and 29th September 2026; Jalandhar & Chandigarh — 25th and 28th September 2026. Please note: only resubmission of incomplete DOV will be accepted in Delhi on 28th and 29th September 2026. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding. For further updates, please continue to visit our website.
Oman Launches Free 14-Day Tourist Visa for Selected Nationalities
Oman has announced a free 14-day tourist visa for citizens of selected countries under Royal Oman Police Decision No. 109/2026. Travelers can also convert the visa into another tourist category before it expires — the official list of eligible nationalities is still awaited.
Germany Tightens Schengen Business Visa Documentation for Indian Applicants
The German Embassy has updated its document checklist for business Schengen visas, requiring additional proof of corporate affiliation and return travel intent for Indian passport holders.
India's MEA Updates Attestation Process for Corporate Documents
The Ministry of External Affairs has streamlined the attestation workflow for corporate documents, introducing a digital verification system to reduce processing times from 7 days to 48 hours.
UK Skilled Worker Visa: Updated Salary Thresholds Effective April 2026
The UK Home Office has confirmed new minimum salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa applications, affecting corporate sponsors deploying international talent to UK offices.
Corporate Travel Checklist: Documents Required for Schengen Business Visa 2026
A comprehensive guide for HR and travel desks covering the latest document requirements, invitation letter formats, and compliance standards for Schengen business visa applications.
Japan Introduces Digital Nomad Visa — What It Means for Corporate Short-Term Deployments
Japan's new digital nomad visa category offers opportunities for corporate employees on short-term remote assignments. We break down eligibility, duration, and corporate implications.
France and Italy Ease Multi-Entry Business Visa Processing for Corporate Travelers
Both France and Italy have announced simplified processing tracks for frequent corporate travelers, with expedited timelines of 5–7 business days for documented business visitors.
BTW Visa Services Launches Real-Time Visa Status Dashboard for Enterprise Clients
Our new enterprise dashboard provides corporate HR teams with live visa processing status, SLA tracking, and automated alerts — eliminating follow-up overhead and improving visibility.