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News18
a day ago
- Politics
- News18
'Leave If You Feel Unsafe': India Urges Citizens To Consider Voluntary Exit From Israel, Issues Helpline
The Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv has not ordered a mandatory evacuation, but has 'strongly urged' Indian nationals to voluntarily depart if they feel insecure. Amid growing fears of a potential military escalation between Israel and Iran, India has advised its citizens in Israel to consider leaving the country if they feel unsafe, top government sources have told CNN-News18. This advisory comes in the wake of a similar security warning issued by the United States to its nationals, raising concerns over the regional conflict intensifying. According to sources familiar with the matter, the Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv has not ordered a mandatory evacuation, but has 'strongly urged" Indian nationals to voluntarily depart if they feel insecure. Approximately 40,000 Indians currently reside in Israel, and the embassy has prepared a comprehensive database to assist and coordinate any evacuation efforts. To ensure efficient communication, all Indian nationals have been requested to register with the embassy via its official portal ( This will allow them to receive real-time alerts and emergency support. The embassy has also activated 24/7 emergency helplines for assistance: +972-3-5226748 (emergency) and +972-3-7620700 (general enquiries). Unlike the government-led evacuation from Iran – where Indian citizens were flown out via Armenia — the current plan for Israel is voluntary, land-based, and coordinated with the support of the embassy. Indian citizens are being advised to exit the country using two key land routes: Via Jordan: Indians can exit through the Allenby Bridge or King Hussein Bridge crossings. However, this requires obtaining an eVisa through Jordan's Interior Ministry portal. For those who choose to remain in Israel, the embassy has shared a set of safety guidelines. These include avoiding non-essential travel, staying close to bomb shelters, and closely monitoring alerts issued by the Israeli Home Front Command through its website ( Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reportedly conveyed India's deep concern over the tensions and reaffirmed India's support for peace and stability in the region during discussions with Israeli leadership. In view of the situation, Indian nationals in Israel are being urged to remain alert, stay informed through embassy updates, and proactively plan their exit routes if concerned about their safety. First Published: June 19, 2025, 13:36 IST
Economic Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
UK replaces passport stickers with eVisas for some: What you need to know if you're planning your travel
The UK Home Office has started digitizing its immigration system, replacing physical visa stickers with electronic visas (eVisas) for various work and other visa routes. Applicants must create a UKVI account to access their eVisa, while employers need to adjust right-to-work policies. This change aims to streamline the process, reduce travel restrictions, and modernize immigration status verification. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Also Read: UK study visa applications witness a sharp rise despite graduate route cuts Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Create a UKVI account Link their current passport to their eVisa Check their account for accuracy Generate and carry an 'S' share code in case their eVisa is not viewable while travelling Verify that new employees have completed all steps in the pre-travel checklist Conduct right-to-work checks online using the eVisa system Guide applicants with dependants on the differing procedures for family members View their visa status and expiry Share their immigration status with landlords or employers using time-bound share codes Update personal and travel document details Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Non-European nationals granted UK entry clearance through work and specific other visa routes now no longer receive a physical visa sticker in their passports. Instead, applicants will be issued an electronic visa, or eVisa , accessible through a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) account. The move, that kicked off on June 15, is part of the Home Office's plan to fully digitise the UK's immigration to the UK Home Office guidance, this change applies to those applying under the Skilled Worker (including Health and Care), Global Business Mobility, Global Talent, International Sportsperson, Temporary Worker (including Creative Workers and Government Authorised Exchange), Youth Mobility Scheme, and Student visa under these routes will no longer need to hand over their passports at visa application centres for visa vignette placement, reducing travel restrictions and courier delays. They can remain mobile during the processing period, though may still be called for an interview on short with stays under 90 days or dependants of main applicants will continue to receive vignette stickers in their eVisa serves as a digital record of a migrant's immigration status, replacing several physical documents such as biometric residence permits (BRPs), biometric residence cards (BRCs), passport endorsements, and visa vignette stickers. This rollout builds on earlier implementation through the EU Settlement Home Office said, 'Updating your physical document to an eVisa does not affect your immigration status or the conditions of your permission to enter or stay in the UK.'Expired BRPs and BRCs are no longer valid for travel. Travellers must ensure their eVisa is linked to a valid passport before entering the UK. If the eVisa is not properly linked, carriers may refuse under 18 must also have individual UKVI accounts, with parents or guardians managing them where who have other physical evidence of indefinite leave to remain (ILR) or indefinite leave to enter (ILE), such as wet ink stamps or vignette stickers, are advised to apply for a no-time-limit (NTL) eVisa. Individuals eligible under the Windrush Scheme or those applying under the EU Settlement Scheme can also receive an Home Office reiterated that, 'Millions have already received their eVisas since 2018 and more categories will follow as we fully transition to digital status.'Applicants are advised to follow guidance carefully, especially before international travel, and to keep both their passport and immigration details updated in the UKVI system.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
UK replaces passport stickers with eVisas for some: What you need to know if you're planning your travel
Live Events You Might Also Like: UK may rethink non-dom inheritance tax as wealthy foreigners exit Create a UKVI account Link their current passport to their eVisa Check their account for accuracy Generate and carry an 'S' share code in case their eVisa is not viewable while travelling Verify that new employees have completed all steps in the pre-travel checklist Conduct right-to-work checks online using the eVisa system Guide applicants with dependants on the differing procedures for family members View their visa status and expiry Share their immigration status with landlords or employers using time-bound share codes Update personal and travel document details You Might Also Like: UK study visa applications witness a sharp rise despite graduate route cuts Non-European nationals granted UK entry clearance through work and specific other visa routes now no longer receive a physical visa sticker in their passports. Instead, applicants will be issued an electronic visa, or eVisa , accessible through a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) account. The move, that kicked off on June 15, is part of the Home Office's plan to fully digitise the UK's immigration to the UK Home Office guidance, this change applies to those applying under the Skilled Worker (including Health and Care), Global Business Mobility, Global Talent, International Sportsperson, Temporary Worker (including Creative Workers and Government Authorised Exchange), Youth Mobility Scheme, and Student visa under these routes will no longer need to hand over their passports at visa application centres for visa vignette placement, reducing travel restrictions and courier delays. They can remain mobile during the processing period, though may still be called for an interview on short notice.(Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates)Applicants with stays under 90 days or dependants of main applicants will continue to receive vignette stickers in their eVisa serves as a digital record of a migrant's immigration status, replacing several physical documents such as biometric residence permits (BRPs), biometric residence cards (BRCs), passport endorsements, and visa vignette stickers. This rollout builds on earlier implementation through the EU Settlement Home Office said, 'Updating your physical document to an eVisa does not affect your immigration status or the conditions of your permission to enter or stay in the UK.'Expired BRPs and BRCs are no longer valid for travel. Travellers must ensure their eVisa is linked to a valid passport before entering the UK. If the eVisa is not properly linked, carriers may refuse under 18 must also have individual UKVI accounts, with parents or guardians managing them where who have other physical evidence of indefinite leave to remain (ILR) or indefinite leave to enter (ILE), such as wet ink stamps or vignette stickers, are advised to apply for a no-time-limit (NTL) eVisa. Individuals eligible under the Windrush Scheme or those applying under the EU Settlement Scheme can also receive an Home Office reiterated that, 'Millions have already received their eVisas since 2018 and more categories will follow as we fully transition to digital status.'Applicants are advised to follow guidance carefully, especially before international travel, and to keep both their passport and immigration details updated in the UKVI system.
Deccan Herald
3 days ago
- Politics
- Deccan Herald
Indian Embassy in Israel suggests those looking for exit to avail land border crossings
Jerusalem: With national emergency in Israel still in place and the airspace closed, the Indian embassy in Tel Aviv on Tuesday asked for those Indians looking to leave the country to look at availing land border crossing an updated advisory, the Embassy has asked Indian citizens staying in Israel to register with the mission..'All Indians in Israel are safe and the embassy is constantly monitoring the situation and the safety of its nationals, setting up a 24X7 helpline, and by maintaining contact with members of the community,' the advisory said..'All Indian nationals intending to exit Israel may like to avail of the land border crossing options. Such travellers are advised to verify the operational timings, obtain appropriate visas and fees applicable at these border crossings at the mission said in the fresh says US won't kill Iran's supreme leader, 'at least not for now'.Those looking to leave via Jordan can apply for eVisa on the website of their Interior ministry ( the advisory to leave through Egypt, they can apply for eVisa on the portal: it mission also cautioned them to go through How to Apply, FAQ and disclaimer sections for further information..'For those continuing to stay in Israel, the Indian mission advised them to register with the embassy at on Sunday, the mission said that the 'safety and security of Indian nationals is paramount to us', asking its citizens to stay vigilant and strictly adhere to safety advisories / protocols issued by the Israeli Home Front Command ( also told its nationals to restrict movement and avoid unnecessary travel within Israel..'The Embassy of India in Tel Aviv is in touch with members of the Indian community in Israel, including caregivers, workers, students, businessmen and tourist groups,' the mission said..'The Embassy continues to monitor the situation closely and is in regular touch with the Israeli authorities,' it had mission also stressed that the round-the-clock helpline established by it is 'functional' for 'any assistance regarding the present situation' and listed contact numbers (+972547520711 and +972543278392) and email ( to reach out to in times of region is plunged into war after Israel launched attacks on Iran on June 13, killing key military leaders, and Iran launched retaliatory attacks.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Indian Embassy in Israel suggests those looking for exit to avail land border crossings
With national emergency in Israel still in place and the airspace closed, the Indian embassy in Tel Aviv on Tuesday asked for those Indians looking to leave the country to look at availing land border crossing options. In an updated advisory, the Embassy has asked Indian citizens staying in Israel to register with the mission. "All Indians in Israel are safe and the embassy is constantly monitoring the situation and the safety of its nationals, setting up a 24X7 helpline, and by maintaining contact with members of the community," the advisory said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If You Eat Ginger Everyday for 1 Month This is What Happens Tips and Tricks Undo — indemtel (@indemtel) "All Indian nationals intending to exit Israel may like to avail of the land border crossing options. Such travellers are advised to verify the operational timings, obtain appropriate visas and fees applicable at these border crossings at the mission said in the fresh advisory. (Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates) Those looking to leave via Jordan can apply for eVisa on the website of their Interior ministry ( the advisory said. Live Events Similarly, to leave through Egypt, they can apply for eVisa on the portal: it said. The mission also cautioned them to go through How to Apply, FAQ and disclaimer sections for further information. "For those continuing to stay in Israel, the Indian mission advised them to register with the embassy at Earlier on Sunday, the mission said that the "safety and security of Indian nationals is paramount to us", asking its citizens to stay vigilant and strictly adhere to safety advisories / protocols issued by the Israeli Home Front Command ( It also told its nationals to restrict movement and avoid unnecessary travel within Israel. "The Embassy of India in Tel Aviv is in touch with members of the Indian community in Israel, including caregivers, workers, students, businessmen and tourist groups," the mission said. "The Embassy continues to monitor the situation closely and is in regular touch with the Israeli authorities," it had added. The mission also stressed that the round-the-clock helpline established by it is "functional" for "any assistance regarding the present situation" and listed contact numbers (+972547520711 and +972543278392) and email ( to reach out to in times of need. The region is plunged into war after Israel launched attacks on Iran on June 13, killing key military leaders, and Iran launched retaliatory attacks.
