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The travel guidelines have been revised by the Government of India - we are working on to updating this blog with the updated guidelines. We request you to contact at the mentioned email address tours@trinetratoursindia.com or alternatively you can also send us a WhatsApp message 9810261373 for detailed information.

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There could be no better news than that made by the Indian government of resumption of issuing of tourist visas to seekers of India’s enigma, lure, legacy, splendors and nuances that go on to make India a unique travel destination. However, in view of the Covid-19 Omicron variant, India has slightly modified the travel guidelines for international passenger arrivals. These guidelines list out the precautionary measures that international tourists arriving into India need to be aware of.  We are here to take away all your worries by providing you as below the complete step by step Rules and Regulations in place for International Tourists Arriving into India.

International travel: All you need to know if flying into India:

1. Mandatory self-declaration form and negative RT-PCR report of test taken 72 hours before departure (except for children under 5 years) to be uploaded on Air Suvidha portal.

2. All travellers must be fully vaccinated with the WHO approved vaccine with at least 15 days between the last dose and the date of departure. Please bring your original vaccination certificates.

The Government of India has categorized international passengers arriving in India into two groups — from ‘at-risk’ and ‘not-at-risk’ countries — the rules and regulations, the entry into India which have been issued accordingly. 

 Which are the countries that have been categorized as at risk?

The Government of India has categorized all European countries, including the UK and 10 other countries, (See Image 01) as ‘at-risk’ countries based on their risk perception of these countries.

Image 01 - all the Counties mentioned in the above image are At-Risk Countries.

 What are the rules for passengers and travellers arriving from ‘at-risk’ countries to India?

1. Such travellers will be required to undergo a COVID test upon arrival. You could choose the Rapid test that costs about USD 50 and, the results are available in 45 mins. Alternatively, you could also opt for the standard PCR test that costs about USD 10 but the results could take 4 hours, The tests needs to be selfpaid. You will be required to wait for their test results.

2. If tested negative they will follow, home or hotel quarantine for 7 days. Re-test on the 8th day of arrival in India and if the test report is negative, you can leave quarantine, but, need to self-monitor of your health for the next 7 days.

3. However, if such travellers are tested positive upon arrival in India, their samples should be sent for genomic sequencing. An extra-careful isolation and treatment protocol will be followed if you test positive for the Omicron variant. The contacts of such positive cases should be kept under institutional quarantine or at home quarantine monitored strictly by the concerned State Government as per laid down protocol.

4. To undergo the mandatory the 07 day quarantine, a passenger arriving from an ‘at risk country’ can exit the airport or take a connecting flight for the final destination once a negative report is received.

Other than countries at risk listed in the above image all other countries are treated as ‘Not at Risk’

What are the rules and regulations for passengers and travellers arriving from ‘not-at-risk’ countries?

1. Passengers arriving from countries that are not ‘at-risk' will also need to submit 14 days' travel history. They should not have travel to an ‘ At Risk Country’ as listed above 14 days prior to their departure for India. The travellers should also complete their self-declaration form and upload their Covid negative test results on the Air Suvidha portal.
2. 98 percent of passengers arriving on each flight could leave the airport without any tests. However, a random 2 percent of the travellers will be selected by the airlines for Covid test.  
3. Travellers undergoing random sampling may submit their sample and shall be allowed to leave.
4. Post-arrival testing can be exempted for a passenger from a ‘not-at-risk countries transiting through  at-risk countries', provided they are not clearing immigration or exiting the airport. 

The Indian government has undertaken a careful balancing act where, while trying to encourage visitors’ to the country, they are also putting in place certain precautions, especially for the countries they perceive to be at risk.

 Important Notes:

1. Our vehicles and drivers would maintain strict Covid protocol. The vehicle would be sanitised each day and have excellent as well as fresh upholstery. The driver would be wearing a face mask. Hand sanitizers would be sprayed each time you board the car. 
2. Hotels too would observe COVID protocols in terms of check in and check out facilities , sanitation of rooms and guest baggage as well as seating at restaurants . We will also have a dedicated relationship executive for each of our guests. The person can be reached out if anyone develops COVID related symptoms. 

3. Regular body temperature checks would be performed on drivers, representatives and guides.

Apart from the Central Government guidelines, there are separate guidelines for some Indian states. We request you to contact at the mentioned email address tours@trinetratoursindia.com or alternatively you can also send us a WhatsApp message 9810261373 for detailed information.

Also, we will be constantly updating this blog with the latest India Travel Protocols coming from the Government of India. So, please do keep an eye on this space.

Excited about coming to India? We are as excited as you and shall be sharing comprehensive Pre-departure information you need to bear in mind before applying for the Indian tourist Visa so that you are fully prepared for a hassle free India tour experience. The procedures are simple and we are there with you every step of the way to guide you through an incredible India vacation