CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Saudi Arabia exempts Indian citizens from submitting Police Clearance Certificate for obtaining visa.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Indian mission in Saudi Arabia has welcomed Riyadh’s decision to exempt Indian nationals from submitting a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) to obtain a visa for the country.

Detailed explanation-3: -Saudi Arabia exempts Indians from submitting police clearance for its visas. According to a statement issued by the Saudi Embassy, the decision has been taken as part of efforts of the two countries to further strengthen relations.

Detailed explanation-4: -This clearance is necessary only if the Indian is going to the country for employment, and no other purpose. These 17 countries are Afghanistan, Bahrain, Iraq, Indonesia, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Jordan, Libya, Lebanon, Malaysia, Oman, Qatar, Sudan, Syria, Thailand, UAE and Yemen.

Detailed explanation-5: -The government of Saudi Arabia announced that Indian nationals will be exempt from the requirement to submit a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) when applying for a visa. This exemption will only apply to Indian nationals who apply through the Saudi Consulate in Mumbai or New Delhi.