Russia is planning to start allowing Indian citizens to travel in groups without visas by the Spring of next year, which is expected to change the way Indians travel overseas. Russian officials hope that this move will greatly increase the number of tourists from India, who are becoming a major and swiftly expanding part of Russian tourism. Currently being discussed by Russia and India, the initiative will mean that certain Indian tourists will not have to get individual visas when entering Russia. Making the process simpler and cheaper is expected to allow Indian travelers to choose Russia as their next tourist spot.
The Chairman of Moscow City Tourism, Evgeny Kozlov, has repeatedly stated that India has a vital part in Russia’s tourism industry. "India is a priority market for us, ranking second after China among distant foreign countries in terms of tourist arrivals," Kozlov stated recently. It was also pointed out that people from India spend a lot on trips, typically more than $2,000 each on average, so this new policy is likely to boost the economy.
The framework for this new regime has been built by studying how Russia’s easy visa programs with China and Iran have turned out. The results from these programs have shown that they work in attracting lots of tourists, which is why Moscow anticipates a similar outcome with India.
At this moment, anyone from India who wishes to visit Russia needs to have a tourist, business, or student visa, which involves filling out many documents and takes some time to be processed. Even though the current UEV system allows visitors to stay in Peru without hassle for as long as 90 days, the upcoming visa-free group travel will make it even easier and smoother for people joining organized tours.
People working in the Indian travel industry are thoroughly excited about the future. Indians are now more likely to explore Russia due to the easing of visa rules, as this will drive the introduction of new tour packages and lead many to see the nation’s history, cathedrals, and beautiful metropolises.
It also demonstrates that the relationship between India and Russia is growing to include more cultural and personal contacts. They are trying to make it easier for people to travel, which should help them better understand each other and cooperate in the area of tourism.
In the run-up to Spring 2025, Indian travel agencies are getting ready for the rise in travelers. Because of this new visa rule, lots of Indian tourists will be able to discover Russia and make memories, which will improve the friendship shared by the two countries.
"From an industry standpoint, removing visa requirements for group travellers could be a real boost for Indian tourism to Russia. It lowers the barrier for first-time visitors who find the visa process cumbersome and opens new opportunities for families, corporate groups, and last-minute trips," said Mohak Nahta, founder & CEO of Atlys, speaking to Business Standard.
The decision has been taken after considering everything from the economic and enhancement of trade relations to better travel opportunities.
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