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. Visa can be applied for in person or by
post at the High Commission of India in London. Visa
applications from persons not ordinarily residing in
the UK or from people of Pakistani, Bangladeshi and
Sri Lankan origin are considered only in the High Commission
of India, London and Consulate General of India, Birmingham
and their processing may take one week or in some cases
much longer. Applicants not ordinarily resident in the
UK and Sri Lankan nationals are required to complete
an additional form. Pakistani and Bangladeshi nationals
have to file special visa application forms. In the
following cases processing of applications will take
longer: (a) British Nationals holding dual nationality
or of other origin, (b) applicants not resident in the
UK, (c) where clearance from India is mandatory, (d)
visitors to restricted areas and (e) certain cases where
documents may need to be verified. Visa Section will
contact the applicant about the time of delivery for
such passports. Please note that each application is
examined individually and the time taken for issuing
Visa will vary from case to case.
Visitors to restricted/protected areas
need special permits and for this purpose an additional
form has to be completed. Please contact the High Commission
of India, London if you wish to ascertain whether any
of the places you intend to visit fall in the category
of restricted/protected areas.
Specific Visas are granted for a variety
of purposes. The principal types of Visa issued are
mentioned below. Please contact the High Commission
of India for further details if you are visiting India
for purposes other than tourism, such as journalism,
conferences, yoga, voluntary work, mountaineering or
other expeditions. The visa application form is, however,
the same. Separate forms are available for Pakistani
and Bangladeshi Nationals. |
- 1. Original passport valid for at least 6 months
2. Correct visa fee
3. Two passport size photographs (5 photographs in
case of Pakistani Nationals)
4. Supporting documents, where necessary
5. Duly completed application form (Pakistani and
Bangladeshi Nationals need to apply on special application
forms)
- Additional requirements for different types of
Visa are given below.
a. Tourist Visa
Tourists wishing to visit India will normally be granted
tourist Visa, effective from the date of issue. Tourist
Visa are non-extendible and non-convertible. Travel
Agents who have to visit India frequently may be granted
tourist Visa for a longer duration.
b. Business Visa
Business Visa are normally granted for 3 or 6 months.
However, multiple-entry Business Visa for up to 2
years validity may be granted to technicians/experts
going to India in pursuance of bilateral agreements
or joint venture projects having government approval.
c. Student and Employment Visa
Student Visa can be obtained on furnishing proof of
admission to recognized Universities/Institutions
in India. Employment Visa can also be obtained on
furnishing of proof of employment with companies in
India.
d. Transit Visa
Transit Visa are valid for halts of up to 72 hours
in India within 15 days from the date of issue of
the visa and must be obtained before departure. Transit
Visa cannot be obtained from immigration counters
at ports of entry in India. Evidence of onward travel
to a destination outside India is required.
e. Entry Visa
Entry Visa are issued to persons of Indian origin
for a duration of up to 5 years. These can be obtained,
depending on the purpose of visit and eligibility,
on a case by case basis.
Please Note : Persons holding long
term Visa (having validity exceeding 6 months) are
normally not expected to stay in India more than 6
months during each visit. Please refer to the boxed
note further down for requirement to register with
the Foreigners Registration Office (FRO)/Foreigners
Regional Registration Office (FRRO).
Visa Exemption Letters for Minors
Visa Exemption Letters previously granted to children
of Indian origin (for a maximum validity of 90 days
from the date of issue) have been discontinued since
1 July 1999. Visa Exemption Letters issued in the
past are hence no longer valid. All children holding
separate passports are now required to obtain regular
Visa.
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