Indian High Commission clarifies visa process for Sri Lankan pilgrims

India Brings Back Free Visas for Eligible Sri Lankan Pilgrim Groups - Business News LK

Good news for Sri Lankans planning a religious pilgrimage to India. The High Commission of India in Colombo has restored its free visa facility for eligible Sri Lankan pilgrim groups after a temporary suspension. The High Commission also clarified that there has been no increase in visa fees, despite recent rumours circulating among travellers. Free Visas Are Available Again The free visa facility is available for groups of 10 or more Sri Lankan…

Biometrics required of Sri Lankan pilgrims between 12 to 70 travelling to India

The Indian High Commission said that under new regulations, biometrics are required of Sri Lankans, between the age of 12 and 70, travelling to India for pilgrimage, including to Buddhist pilgrimage sites, and visa is facilitated and issued swiftly. The text of the statement issued by the Indian HC spokesperson: “It is our standing policy to facilitate timely and smooth issuance of visas to all Sri Lankans. It may be noted that Sri Lanka is also…

India Reaffirms Free Visa Scheme for Eligible Sri Lankan Pilgrimage Groups - LNW Lanka News Web

July 26, Colombo (LNW): The High Commission of India in Colombo has reaffirmed that there has been no revision to its visa fee policy for Sri Lankan pilgrims, confirming that eligible groups travelling for religious purposes can continue to obtain visas free of charge. In a statement, the High Commission sought to dispel any confusion surrounding the matter, emphasising that visa services for Sri Lankan nationals remain fully operational and tha…

Indian High Commission clarifies visa process for Sri Lankan pilgrims

The High Commission of India in Colombo has clarified that there has been no change in the visa fee policy for Sri Lankan pilgrims travelling to India, stating that eligible pilgrimage groups can obtain visas on a gratis (free) basis. In a statement issued on Friday (24), the High Commission said it continues to facilitate the timely and smooth issuance of visas to Sri Lankan citizens, who can also make use of India’s e-visa facility. Sri Lankan…