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France to issue visas in Bengaluru by 2026, says Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar: Report


Published on 2025-01-24 22:00:44 - MSN
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  • The announcement was made after Shivakumar met Marc Lamy, the newly appointed French Consul-General in Bengaluru.

France will begin issuing visas in Bengaluru by 2026, as announced by Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar. This decision aims to facilitate easier access for residents of Karnataka to travel to France for various purposes including tourism, business, and education. The move is part of broader efforts to strengthen ties between India and France, with Bengaluru being chosen due to its status as a major IT hub and its significant French expatriate community. The establishment of a visa center in Bengaluru is expected to streamline the visa application process, reducing the need for applicants to travel to other cities like Mumbai or Delhi for consular services.

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