The UK granted over 500,000 visas to Indian citizens as it transitioned to a fully digital eVisa system, simplifying travel and immigration processes for visitors.
The milestone comes as the UK completes its transition to a fully digital visa
Aug 08, 2026
04:05 pm
What's the storyThe UK has issued more than 500,000 visas to Indian nationals in the year ending March 2026.
This highlights India's position as one of the UK's largest overseas travel markets.
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