Foreign passengers should ensure that they are in possession of valid Indian Visa before they start their journey to India. This rule is however not applicable for nationals of Nepal, Bhutan and Maldives, who do not require visa for entry in India for a period up to 90 days. There is no provision of 'Visa on Arrival' in India and no fee is charged for immigration facilities at the airports.
Types of Visas:
| Types |
Period |
Documents required |
Tourist Visa |
6 months |
Docs supporting the applicant's financial standing |
Business Visa |
One or more years |
Letter from the sponsoring organization |
Student Visa |
For the duration of the academic course of study or for a period of five years whichever is less |
Proof of admission to recognized Universities/Institutions in India |
Transit Visa |
Maximum For 15 Days |
Evidence of onward travel to a destination outside India |
Conference Visa |
For the duration of the conference or seminar |
Letter of invitation from the organizer of the conference |
Who issues the Visa?
The Consular Passport and Visa (CPV) Division of the Ministry of External Affairs is responsible for issuance of Indian visas to the foreign nationals for their visit for various purposes. This facility is granted through various Indian missions abroad.
Visa fees are non-refundable and subject to change without notice. The High Commission reserves the right on granting and deciding type/duration of visa irrespective of the fees tendered at the time of making application. Granting of Visa does not confer the right of entry to India and is subject to the discretion of the Immigration Authorities.
Requirements for Visa
Generally the following documents are required for obtaining Indian Visa. However, the requirement may vary from country to country.
• Original passport valid for at least 6 months
• Visa fee
• Two passport size photographs
• Supporting documents, where necessary
• Duly completed application form
Visa Application Form
Visa application form is available at the office of Indian Embassy in the country where the applicant resides. Visa form for nationals of Pakistan and Bangladesh are generally different. All NRIs/PIOs, including children (who don't possess OCI or PIO card) need to apply for Visa in separate visa forms.
Procedure for obtaining Visa
Visas can be applied for in person or by post at the High Commission of India based in the country from where the candidate intends to depart for India. Specific visas are granted for a variety of purposes that are aforementioned.
Visa for NRIs and PIOs
Persons of Indian Origins and Non-Resident Indians who possess either OCI (Overseas Indian Citizenship) or PIO card don't need Indian Visa. OCI and PIO give them the freedom to visit India without visa. OCI and PIO cards are multi-purpose life long visa for visiting India. However, those NRIs and PIOs who don't have OCI or PIO card can apply for and get Indian visa through the procedure mentioned above.
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