Russian minister proposes abolishing visas for Indian citizens

[agamdilawari]

Russian authorities are discussing abolition of visas for Indian businessmen and tourists, Russian Industry and Trade Minister Denis Manturov told TASS news agency Friday.

Abolition of visas mainly for entrepreneurs and also for tourists was discussed, he said after a meeting here with the leadership of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry.

"The next step is abolition of visas for tourists and entrepreneurs. We constantly discuss it, and I think the process to settle it will not be long," Manturov said.

The minister did not say when the visa regime would be abolished, saying it was under the jurisdiction of the foreign ministry and migration services.

"We are interested to have progress in this and will provide possible assistance for the colleagues," he said.

Manturov did not say whether India would also abolish visas for Russians, but traditionally such steps are made on a mutual basis.

Earlier, India introduced electronic visas for citizens of more than 40 countries, including Russia. A person is not required to apply to the Indian embassy, a consulate or a special centre to receive a visa.

A traveller must fill a form on the special website and pay a fee by a bank card no later than four days before the trip.

An electronic visa may be granted for up to 30 days no more than twice a year for tourist and business trips, medical treatment or visiting friends and relatives in India.

Russian minister proposes abolishing visas for Indian citizens

 

[WaLeEdK2]

This was unexpecting...

 

[Capt.Popeye]

This was unexpecting...

Nothing is "unexpecting" between Old Friends!
Now what were you expecting?

 

[Parul]

This was unexpecting...

Few years back, Russia already eased the Visa Norms for Indians. Like people of other countries, Indians are no more required to produce an invitation or a tourist voucher to obtain a six-month visa for a 90-day stay.

 

[Tshering22]

Tourism flows for both the countries is a lucrative sector to earn foreign exchange. While the beaches of Goa are loaded with Russians, Indians traveling to Russia for the purpose of leisure is very less. A step like this will encourage more and more Indians to visit Russia.

As a frequent visitor to most parts of that country both on professional and personal grounds, I can say that it is one of the most naturally and culturally gifted countries in the world. Russia like its size, is a continent in itself. Despite a small population and extreme climatic conditions, Russians come in many shapes, sizes and vary in temperament. A myriad of colours, food, festivals and cultures, it is a wonderful place for a visit. Whether it is the palaces and museums of Moscow and St Petersburg, or the wild and untamed tundras, Russia is a country worth exploring from coast to coast with a lot to offer Indian travelers.

 

[Rajaraja Chola]

Welcome step..

 

[qwerrty]

who cares. no darkies want to go to russia to get beat up by skinheads anyway lol