Outbound travel from India remained strong in 2024 and exceeded the pre-pandemic levels of 2019 by 4%, said VFS Global on Monday.
According to the visa and passport administration outsourcing company for governments and diplomatic missions worldwide, visa application volumes in India rose by 11% year-on-year in 2024.
The trend points to a recovery and a rise in the number of Indian travellers visiting international destinations, VFS Global said in a statement.
It added that the destinations popular among Indian travellers in 2024 were Canada, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Saudi Arabia, the US, and the UK.
"India continues to show a strong demand for international travel, and it's clear that this robust momentum will persist in 2025," said VFS Global's Chief Operating Officer of South Asia, Yummi Talwar, who added, "We encourage applicants to apply for their visas well in advance to avoid the last-minute rush and ensure a smooth travel experience."
—With PTI inputs
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