From Deccan Chronicle
Center Owned by Deccan Chronicle HoldingsGovt Relaxes Passport, Visa Rules For Pak Nationals, Refugees
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India has relaxed passport and visa rules for several categories of foreign citizens living in India, including some Pakistani nationals, minority refugees, Sri Lankan Tamils and Tibetans, under the Immigration and Foreigners (Exemption) (Amendment) Order. At the same time, the government is planning a broader visa overhaul that would reduce the number of visa categories from 13 to nine and simplify application forms to align with global norms.
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New rules cover certain Pakistani citizens, minority refugees from three neighbouring countries, Sri Lankan Tamils and Tibetans, besides easing travel norms for Indians, Nepalis and Bhutanese.
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New rules cover certain Pakistani citizens, minority refugees from three neighbouring countries, Sri Lankan Tamils and Tibetans, besides easing travel norms for Indians, Nepalis and Bhutanese.
