In the wake of the pandemic, international flights to and from India were cancelled last year. Even though in 2021, a few countries opened their doors for the international tourists, but all the travelers out there have been waiting to explore more rather a few countries. So here's the good news! Soon, you'll be able to travel to other countries as India signs air bubble pact with 27 countries with Seychelles and Uzbekistan being the latest ones to to be added to the list!!! Isn't that wonderful?
What is air bubble transport?
In simple terms, air bubbles are temporary arrangements between two countries aimed at restarting commercial passenger services when regular international flights are suspended as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. They are reciprocal in nature, meaning airlines from both countries enjoy similar benefits.
However, an air bubble doesn't mean a resumption of commercial international passenger flights.
As per the news report, Minister of Aviation, Hardeep Singh Puri has said that the government is in discussion with more countries for similar arrangements. Which airlines will fly to which country, and the schedule for the same is yet to be announced. As the government is relaxing on the lockdown, it is expected that more and more people will fly in and out of the country for all sorts of purposes, from education to business to tourism.
Which countries are open to Indians?
Currently, following are the countries with which the pact has been established as per the media report: Afghanistan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Canada, Ethiopia, France, Germany, Iraq, Japan, Kenya, Kuwait, Maldives, Nepal, Netherlands, Nigeria, Oman, Qatar, Russia, Rwanda, Seychelles, Tanzania, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates (UAE), United Kingdom (UK), United States of America (USA) and Uzbekistan.
There are certain guidelines for visiting each of the country, and if you are planning to visit any of the above country, make sure you go through them properly here to avoid any last-minute problems.
What are you waiting for? Start planning to that overseas trip you have waiting for long! Just make sure to practice hygiene anf follow social distancing so that you don't get sick and can make the most of it!
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