“We thank the Govt. of India for restoring the e-Visa facility. Non-restoration of e-Visa facilities has been a major reason for the low traffic of tourists to India from the UK and Canada, among a few other countries whose nationals contribute to the maximum foreign tourist arrivals. Tourists prefer countries with tourism-friendly policies and procedures for their travel destinations. The unavailability of the e-Visa facility has been critically impacting the survival efforts of the tourism sector in the post-pandemic period and hence, FHRAI recently submitted a representation to the Government requesting its restoration. International tourists make advance flight and hotel bookings for a hassle-free experience and the availability of e-Visa will definitely make travel planning easier,”

Mr Jaison Chacko, Secretary General, Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI).

About Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI):

The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) is the apex body of the Indian Hospitality industry. Founded in 1955, the FHRAI is the third-largest Hospitality association in the world and has diligently built on its rich legacy. The Association is today privileged to serve as the leading voice of the hotel and restaurant industry and plays a seminal role in supporting the growth trajectory of India’s hospitality and tourism sector. FHRAI provides a vibrant interface between the industry, government, regulatory bodies, academia, international organizations, civil society and the media.