Rubio unveils new US visa policy in Delhi

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio unveiled a new visa policy during a visit to Delhi on Tuesday. The policy aims to streamline visa processing for Indian nationals and strengthen bilateral ties.

Rubio announced the changes at a press conference alongside Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. The new policy includes expanded interview waiver eligibility and faster processing times for certain visa categories.

The policy is expected to benefit students, skilled workers, and business travelers. It also introduces measures to reduce backlogs and improve customer service at U.S. consulates in India.

Rubio said the changes reflect the United States' commitment to deepening the partnership with India. The policy is part of broader efforts to enhance people-to-people ties between the two countries.