Indians planning to travel overseas in 2026 will see several changes in visa rules, flight options, and airport processes. Updates announced by foreign governments, airlines, and Indian authorities may affect travel costs, documentation requirements, and airport clearance times.

Faster immigration at Indian airports

India has expanded its Fast Track Immigration – Trusted Traveller Programme to 13 airports: Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Kochi, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Amritsar, Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchirappalli, and Kozhikode.

The free programme allows eligible Indian citizens and Overseas Citizens of India cardholders to use biometric e-gates instead of regular immigration counters.

Travellers must register by submitting fingerprints, a facial scan, and other requ

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