Indian Embassy in Qatar starts collecting data of those requiring repatriation

Doha: Indian Embassy in Qatar has started collecting data about Indian expatriates in Qatar, who will require repatriation due to various reasons.

The embassy has made it clear that it is only collecting data for information purpose and no decision has been taken regarding the resumption of flights to India.

The form asks for your basic details like name, passport number, age and also what kind of visa you hold – Residence Permit, Visa On Arrival / Tourist Visa, Business Visa or Family / Visit Visa.

You need to also provide the reason for travelling back to India: Be it Medical Emergency (Self), Medical Emergency (Family Member), Death of Family Member, Stranded Tourist/ Visitor, Amnesty/ Deportation, Loss of Employment, Expiry of Visa or Stranded Student.

“As and when a decision is taken (regarding flights to India), Embassy of India will make an announcement. This form is to be filled for a single individual at a time. For addition of details of family members, you are requested to fill the form again for each member.” Indian Embassy added.