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India: Immediate Suspension of Visa Services for Canadian Nationals

Key Points  

  • India announced the immediate suspension of visa services for Canadian nationals on 21 September 2023 

Overview  

On 21 September 2023, India’s visa processing office in Canada, BLS International, announced an immediate suspension of visa services for Canadian nationals. As a result, Canadian nationals, including those residing in other countries, will be unable to obtain visas or e-visas until further notice.  

Currently, Canadian visa services remain open in India. However, the Canadian government moved its country alert system to “high caution” for Canadian nationals traveling in India and has advised against non-essential travel in certain regions.  

What are the Changes?  

The government of India announced the immediate suspension of visa services for Canadian nationals on 21 September 2023. According to the government of India, these measures have been introduced due to safety concerns for Indian nationals. 

Looking Ahead  

Continue to check India’s visa processing service and Envoy’s website for the latest updates and information.

Content in this publication is for informational purposes only and not intended as legal advice, nor should it be relied on as such. Envoy Global is not a law firm, and does not provide legal advice. If you would like guidance on how this information may impact your particular situation and you are a client of the U.S. Law Firm, consult your attorney. If you are not a client of the U.S. Law Firm working with Envoy, consult another qualified professional. This website does not create an attorney-client relationship with the U.S. Law Firm. 

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