India widened its Visa-on-Arrival (VoA) window for UAE nationals on Wednesday, adding Cochin, Calicut and Ahmedabad to the list of entry points. The move pushes the facility to nine major airports, building on an earlier rollout covering New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Kochi. Advertisement

Under the scheme, VoA is available only to UAE nationals who have previously secured an Indian e-visa or a regular paper visa. Eligible travellers may stay in India for up to 60 days and can enter for tourism, business, conferences or medical visits, with double entry permitted within the 60-day period. Passports must carry a minimum validity of six months, and authorities may seek proof of funds, accommodation and confirmed return or onward travel.

The facility excludes

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