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Do I Need a Visa for India?

The government of India requires that all US citizens have a visa and a valid passport to enter India for any type of trip. If you are traveling to India for tourism, business, to visit family, or for any other purpose, you must obtain a visa before you arrive in India. Visas are not available for US citizens upon arrival in India, and you can be immediately deported from the country if you do not have the proper Indian visa.

India Entry Requirements
Is A…	An India Entry Requirement?
Passport	Yes
Passport Validity	Must be valid at entry
Blank Passport Pages	At least one blank page
Tourist Visa	Yes
Other Types of Visa	See below

Sources: U.S. State Department and Indian Embassy

Where Do I Obtain My Visa for India?

Most India visas are processed by the government of India’s visa contractor at the office that has jurisdiction over your state of residence. Visas for short term tourist travel to India can be processed via an online portal that is maintained by the government of India. Visa requirements for India frequently change, and changes to the India visa process tend to be poorly advertised. As a result, it is highly recommended that have a travel document expert handle the India visa application process for you.

What Are India Visa Requirements?

The following items are India visa requirements and must be included in your application kit:

Nigeria Visa Requirements
Is A…	A Nigeria Visa Requirement
Valid Passport	Yes
Passport Photos	Yes
Completed Visa Application	Yes
Proof of Residency	No
Proof of Travel Arrangements	No
Proof of Sufficient Funds	No
Money Order	Yes

Sources: U.S. State Department and Indian Embassy

Travelers are also required to submit a copy of their driver’s license and an Additional Particulars Form with their visa application.

Depending on the details of your trip to India, you may also need:

• Business Introduction Letter
• Parental Authorization Form
• Birth Certificate
• Restricted Area Permit

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Do India Visa Requirements Vary Based on My Family Background?

India visa requirements vary based on where you or your family are originally from. If you are of Pakistani origin or if you ever held a Pakistani passport, your India visa application is subject to additional administrative processing, and a personal appearance at the Consulate of India will be required. The same requirement applies to people of Iranian origin who wish to apply for an India visa. If you formerly held Indian citizenship, you must provide proof of renunciation of your Indian citizenship in order to apply for a visa to India.

How Do I Obtain My Visa for India?

Call ! We make the complicated India visa application process simple, and we handle all details on your behalf. We provide you with a step by step application kit, visa application review service, pre-paid shipping labels, and delivery of your documents to the proper processing location. We are immediately notified as soon as your visa is issued, and we pick the final document up and mail it back to you.

What Else Do I Need to Do Before Traveling to India?

Make sure your US passport will still be valid during the dates you plan to travel to India. Be sure your passport has a blank visa page for the entry stamp. Do you need your passport renewed before your trip? We can help, and we can get you a new passport in as few as 1-3 business days.

Be sure to prepare your health! Schedule an appointment at the Passport Health travel clinic nearest to you to get all of the immunizations, medications, and specialty travel health supplies you need to stay healthy and well in India.