Thomas Cook (India) Limited has announced an exclusive long-term partnership with Atlys, a leading visa processing platform. This collaboration aims to integrate Thomas Cook India’s foreign exchange services directly into Atlys’ visa application journey. The move will offer travellers seamless access to forex solutions, including prepaid travel cards and currency notes, enhancing convenience and efficiency for international travel planning. Both companies will leverage their digital capabilities to provide a unified and hassle-free experience.
Strategic Partnership Announced
Thomas Cook (India) Limited, a prominent omnichannel foreign exchange services provider, has forged an exclusive long-term partnership with Atlys, a leading visa processing platform in India. This strategic alliance, announced on May 26, 2026, is designed to streamline the international travel planning process for customers.
Integrating Forex into Visa Applications
The core of this partnership involves integrating Thomas Cook India’s foreign exchange offerings directly into the visa application journey facilitated by Atlys. This collaboration aims to simplify access to essential forex services, such as prepaid travel cards and foreign currency, for travellers across leisure and student segments. By uniting two complementary services, the partnership seeks to create a more unified and efficient experience for customers preparing for international trips.
Enhanced Customer Experience
Customers using Atlys for visa applications will now have the option to seamlessly arrange for their foreign exchange needs with Thomas Cook India. This service will be supported by Thomas Cook India’s digital and assisted onboarding processes, including video KYC and secure doorstep delivery nationwide. The initiative is focused on providing a digital-first, convenient, and reliable booking experience, addressing the evolving demands of modern travellers.
Offerings for Travellers
The partnership will make available a range of Thomas Cook India’s popular forex products, including:
- Prepaid Travel Cards: Featuring 28 global currencies, including specialized cards like the ‘Borderless Travel’ prepaid multi-currency card, the ‘Study Buddy’ card for overseas education, and the ‘One Currency Card’ with zero cross-currency conversion fees.
- Currency Notes: Available for high-demand travel destinations.
- Overseas Remittances: The ‘Send Money Abroad’ service, covering over 120 countries.
Leadership Perspectives
Mr. Deepesh Varma, Chief Business Officer – Foreign Exchange at Thomas Cook (India) Limited, expressed delight over the partnership, highlighting Atlys’ digital-first approach and focus on customer experience. He noted that this aligns with Thomas Cook’s customer-first ethos and caters to digitally savvy travellers seeking speed and convenience. Mr. Mohak Nahta, Founder and CEO of Atlys, emphasized the shared goal of removing travel friction points, starting with visas and now extending to forex.
About the Partners
Atlys, founded in 2021, is a leading visa processing platform focused on simplifying international travel through its digital-first approach. Thomas Cook (India) Limited, established in 1881, is a leading omnichannel travel company offering a wide array of services, including foreign exchange, and operates an extensive network across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.
Source: BSE
