Such foreign nationals may not be required to submit any application to FRRO/FRO concerned for extension of their visas. It has accordingly been decided to extend the existing facility of deemed extension of the regular visa or e-visa or stay stipulation period on gratis basis without levy of any overstay penalty granted to foreign nationals stranded in India due to COVID-19 pandemic till 30th September 2021. The matter has been re-considered by the Government in view of the present situation. Before exiting the country, they may apply for an exit permission, which would be granted by the FRRO/FRO concerned on gratis basis without levy of any overstay facility.' 2.
of even number dated provide as follows:- 'Regular visa or e-visa or stay stipulation of period of foreign nationals stranded in India due to COVID-19 may be considered as deemed to be valid till on gratis basis without levy of any overstay penalty. Existing instructions as contained in this Ministry's O.M. Submission of multiple applications will delay clearance as each application will be examined before clearing. Applicants are advised not to submit multiple applications once they have received Application ID on successful submission of application.
