In some countries, Indians have been allowed to travel without a visa. But now one of these countries has decided to stop visa free entry. This decision has been taken with the intention of stopping illegal residents and complying with the rules of European visa policy.
From January 1, 2023, Indian passport holders are now banned from traveling to this country without a valid visa. Come, let us know which is that country and what is the reason behind banning it.
Visa free entry closed for Indians in Serbia
The Serbian government said in its decision that visa free entry for all Indians in Serbia was stopped for 30 days. Visa free entry was introduced in September 2017. However, Indian nationals who are traveling without visa in Serbia are allowed up to 30 days. After this it will be mandatory to give visa.
The new rule is applicable from January
Indians cannot travel to other countries on visa -free entry basis in Serbia including neighboring countries of Serbia and other European countries. The government here had earlier allowed holders of diplomatic and official Indian passports to travel to the country without a visa for 90 days, compared to 30 days for ordinary passport holders. This rule has come into force on the new year and now no Indian citizen can travel without a visa in this country.
Indian Embassy had issued advisory
After this announcement by Serbia, the Indian Embassy in Belgrade and Serbia issued an advisory regarding the change in visa rules. It was said in the advisory that if anyone wants to travel to Serbia after January 1, he will have to apply for a visa from the Delhi embassy or his place of residence. Travel will be permitted only on valid visa.
These people can still travel visa free
The advisory stated that Indians with valid Schengen, UK visa or USA visa or resident status in these countries can still stay in Serbia for up to 90 days after entry. Along with this, these people can also visit these places. However, they will not be allowed to visit its neighboring countries.
