Goa to get fast-track immigration as state seeks visa reforms, stronger air connectivity

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Goa is set to introduce the Fast-Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP) after Union Home Minister Amit Shah approved its roll out. The programme will allow pre-verified passengers to use biometric e-gates at the airport and complete immigration checks in less than 30 seconds. The decision came after Goa Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in New Delhi. They discussed ways to make travel to Goa easier, improve international air connectivity and speed up tourism development. The Goa government has also asked the Centre to consider visa-on-arrival facilities which is a digital nomad visa and more international flights. These steps are aimed at making Goa a more attractive and competitive global tourism destination. The system is already being used at several major airports in India and is expected to make travel easier and faster for passengers.

The programme will be useful for many travellers, including the Goan diaspora, seafarers, students and professionals travelling abroad. The Goa government hopes that quicker immigration will encourage more people both from India and abroad to use Goa as their entry and exit point. The state also expects the programme to expand in the future and allow foreign nationals to use the fast track immigration facility.

Key Developments and Proposals

Fast-Track Immigration (FTI-TTP) : The programme has been approved for Goa's Dabolim and Manohar International Mopa airports. It will replace long queues with quick biometric checks through e-gates.

Visa Reforms : Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte has asked the Centre to introduce Visa-on-Arrival and a special Digital Nomad Visa for people who want to stay in Goa while working remotely.

Better Air Connectivity : Goa is also seeking more international flights including direct connections with Central Asian and CIS countries. The state has also requested the use of wide body aircraft to bring more international tourists to Goa.

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