Foreigners need RAP or PAP to visit certain parts of North East India, particularly border states like Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram and Nagaland. "Now any foreign traveller can visit these states through organised tours, which are handled by local tour operators based in these particular states," Union Ministry of Tourism's Regional Director in North East Anil Oraw told PTI. Local tour operators will handle all necessary arrangements, and the rejection rate for foreign tourists in these states is minimal. However, Oraw mentioned that travellers must apply for the permits in advance. The Indian government is looking to open up tourism in more border areas in the coming years, particularly near China and Myanmar borders.