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India Expands Visa Services in China with New Application Centres
16 Oct
Summary
- BLS International awarded 3-year contract by India's Ministry of External Affairs
- New Indian Visa Application Centres (IVACs) opening in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou
- Centres feature advanced technology and multilingual staff for streamlined visa services
On October 14, 2025, the Indian government announced that BLS International Services Ltd. has been awarded a 3-year contract to establish and operate new Indian Visa Application Centres (IVACs) in three major Chinese cities: Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou.
The new centres, which went into effect immediately, will feature advanced infrastructure, cutting-edge technology, and multilingual staff to provide a more efficient and user-friendly visa application process for travellers. This move is part of India's efforts to expand and improve its visa services in China, one of the country's key international markets.
The IVACs are expected to significantly streamline the visa application experience for both business and leisure travellers seeking to visit India from these major Chinese hubs. With the enhanced facilities and multilingual support, the centres aim to make the visa process more accessible and convenient for applicants.
