EFFECTIVE July 17, all
travellers need to give
their biometric data
when applying for an Indian
visa.
Applicants must submit
fingerprints and have a facial
photograph taken with their
application.
Travellers applying at
VFS India visa applications
centres must schedule an
appointment so that VFS
officials can digitally capture
the data.
Those who have applied for
an e-visa will be required to
submit their biometrics upon
arrival.
All biometric data remains
valid for 59 months, however
the Indian diplomatic
mission may request
applicants to re-enrol data.
Zimkhita Mafanya,
spokesperson of VFS Global,
says the new requirement is
to improve security and bring
application processes in line
with global standards.
India introduces biometric visa requirement
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