India

VISA REQUIREMENTS

1. Valid and Signed Passport
2. Completed online  Indian Visa Application form.
   • To begin, click on the left most orange button "Regular Visa Application"
   • Upon completion of the form please PRINT the application form. Do not set an appointment.
3. Supplemental forms. Forms can be downloaded HERE.
4. 2”x2” Passport Quality Photo
   • No glasses
   • No headwear
   • Cannot be the same photo as in passport
   • Must be printed on Photo paper. Standard printer paper is not acceptable.
   • Photo must be taken against a pure white background. 
5. Proof of Address (Please provide ONE of the listed items below. Any other bill/document will NOT be accepted):
   • Copy of Valid U.S. Driver’s License
   • Copy of Valid State Issued ID
   • Utility Bill (gas, water, or electric)
   • Copy of current lease or rental agreement with traveler’s name listed.
   • IMPORTANT: YOUR PASSPORT WILL BE RETURNED TO THE ADDRESS SHOWN ON YOUR DRIVER'S LICENSE / PROOF OF ADDRESS YOU CHOOSE TO PROVIDE
6. Copy of your airline ticket, reservation, travel agent itinerary or e-ticket confirmation.
7. Non-U.S. Passport Holders only: Please provide a copy of your valid U.S. Visa or Greencard.

9. Former Indian Nationals only: Please provide a copy of your Renunciation Certificate. If you have never obtained a Renunciation Certificate, or you have lost yours, you will have to contact the CKGS office of your jurisdiction and work with them directly. The Indian consulate will not issue a visa without it, and VP2Go is unable to assist with obtaining Renunciation Certificates at this time.

BUSINESS VISA REQUIREMENTS: In addition to pertinent items 1-9 above, please also send the items below.

10. Certificate of Incorporation from Indian company/organization.
11. Letter of Invitation from inviting organization in India.
12. Letter of Guarantee from your company/employer in the United States.

Please note:

• Letter of Invitation and Letter of Guarantee must follow this template provided by the Indian Consulate.
• Both the Letter of Guarantee and Letter of Invitation are needed even if you are visiting the Indian branch of your company/organization. The Indian consulate will not process your documents if only one of the letters is received.

STUDENT VISA REQUIREMENTS: In addition to pertinent items 1-9 above, please also send the items below.

13. Letter from a recognized Indian Institute with a registration number in India confirming the admission of the applicant, duration of course, and other details.
14. Proof of sufficient funds for entire duration of stay in India
15. Letter from your U.S. Institution/University that details the exchange program and weather credit will be earned.
16. (Medical Courses only): Letter of Approval OR No Objection Certificate from the Ministry of Health of the Government of India
17. (Technical/ Engineering Students): Letter of Approval OR No Objection Certificate from the Ministry of HDR of the Government of India

MINORS

If the applicant is younger than 18 years old the application must be signed by both parents and/or guardians. This is mandatory. In addition to pertinent items 1-9 above, please also send the items below.

• Signature on page 1 must be signed by the minor.
• Signature on page 2 must be signed by both parents and minor.
  1.  If the minor is too young to write they may substitute their signature with their finger print.
• Page 2 of signed application form must be notarized.
• Completed Minor Travel Authorization Form. Please click HERE to download form.
• Copy of both parent’s passport photo page
• Copy of both parent’s valid driver’s licenses
• Colored copy of minor’s birth certificate.
• IF biological parents are not the legal guardians please provide copy of official court order or legal document stating who the minor’s legal guardians are.
• Additional information may be requested by the consulate in addition to what is listed on this guide.
• ALL MINOR DOCUMENTS MUST BE NOTARIZED

VISA PROCESSING FEES

Visa options and prices are listed below. Please select the desired processing option by adding it to your cart. A PDF VP2Go Visa Order Form will generate upon completion. Please print it and include it with the rest of your visa documents.

Which Consulate Will Process Your Visa?

• Before you begin please confirm your jurisdiction. An additional jurisdiction fee will apply if you live in a state that is not a part of the Washington DC jurisdiction. All regular visa requests must be sent to the VP2GO Washington DC office regardless of jurisdiction. 

If you are a resident of:
       DC, VA, WV, MD, DE, KY, NC, & Bermuda ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ WASHINGTON DC 
       CT, ME, MA, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, VT ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ NEW YORK NY
       IL, IN, IA, MI, MN, MO, ND, SD, WI ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐-- CHICAGO, IL
       AR, KS, LO, OK, TX, NM, CO & NE ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ HOUSTON, TX
       AK, AZ, CA, GUAM, HI, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY ‐‐‐‐‐ SAN FRANCISCO, CA 
       AL, FL, GA, MS, Puerto Rico, SC, TN & Virgin Islands ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ ATLANTA, GA 

Additional Visa Processing Information

• Missionary/Clergy/Church affiliated travelers: VP2Go has observed that the processing time for travelers who are affiliated with a church/religious organization takes longer than the above processing time. There have been instances where the Indian Consulate has taken 2-3 months to issue a visa. These visas are often of a short validity (1-6 months/single entry) as well. Please plan accordingly as the Indian consulate CAN take longer if they wish.
• Former Indian Nationals must provide their Renunciation Certificate along with their visa requirements. If your certificate has been lost, or you never obtained a certificate, you must work directly with the CKGS office of your jurisdiction directly.
• Pakistan passport holders/Persons of Pakistan origin: Travelers who hold a Pakistan passport, or are children and/or grandchildren of current or former Pakistan nationals, must apply in‐person at CKGS office of your jurisdiction.
• Chinese Passport Numbers Starting With The letter “E”: Those who hold a Chinese passport whose passport number begins with the letter "E" cannot apply for a regular Indian Visa in the United States. The Indian consulate requires you to apply for your Indian visa in China. Alternately, you may apply for an eVisa.