India
How to Apply
Tourist visas are for quick tourism purpose only.
- If you have visited India previously on tourism there should be a gap of two months between your next visit.
- Irrespective of the duration of validity of visa, on each visit maximum period of stay in India is limited to 6 months (180 days)
- Former nationals of India, spouse and children are advised to apply for an entry visa institute of tourist visa, there are no two month gap restrictions.
Complete Online Application
Valid U.S. Passport
- You must submit your current undamaged passport and it must have one blank visa page.
- The passport must be signed and valid for six months from the date of departure.
Copy of Valid Identification
- Address on your driver’s license must match the address on your application.
- If the address on your driver’s license does not match your residence, you may include a copy of a major utility bill (water, power, or sewage).
Visa Photos
- Passport photo services available at our offices.
- Must be 2″ x 2″ on a white background.
- Photo must not be older than one month.
Service Order Form
If you are processing your application with us via mail, please fill out the service order form and send it along with the documents.
Complete Online Application
Valid U.S. Passport
- You must submit your current undamaged passport and it must have one blank visa page.
- The passport must be signed and valid for six months from the date of departure.
Copy of Valid Identification
- Address on your driver’s license must match the address on your application.
- If the address on your driver’s license does not match your residence, you may include a copy of a major utility bill (water, power, or sewage).
Business Letter
- The Business letter should be on the company letterhead with an original signature.
- Name, address and phone number of the contact person in India must be stated in the letter.
- The letter must state the name, position, nature of work for how many days, where he is staying and who will provide financial guarantee.
Invitation Letter
- An invitation letter can be original or scanned copy. Please provide an original or scanned copy of invitation letter on the company’s letterhead with the company seal or the red seal from the official foreign ministry.
Letter/Certificate of Incorporation
- A Letter/Certificate of Incorporation from the business in India that is inviting the applicant must be included.
Visa Photos
- Passport photo services available at our offices.
- Must be 2″ x 2″ on a white background.
- Photo must not be older than one month.
Service Order Form
If you are processing your application with us via mail, please fill out the service order form and send it along with the documents.
An Employment visa is granted to those who are an employee or paid intern of an Indian company. In addition, those traveling to India for volunteer work with a Non Governmental Organization (NGO) must apply for an Employment visa.
The Consulate may grant an Employment visa valid for up to one year irrespective of the duration of the contract. Further extension of up to 5 years may be obtained from MHA/FRRO in the concerned state in India. Spouse and dependent family members accompanying the applicant must apply for an Entry visa (NOT Tourist visa), coterminous with the period of the principal visa holder. Please note the visa is valid beginning on the day it is issued.
Complete Online Application
Valid U.S. Passport
- You must submit your current undamaged passport and it must have one blank visa page.
- The passport must be signed and valid for six months from the date of departure.
Copy of Valid Identification
- Address on your driver’s license must match the address on your application.
- If the address on your driver’s license does not match your residence, you may include a copy of a major utility bill (water, power, or sewage).
Appointment Letter
An employment appointment letter must contains salary information. The salary must be a handsome amount.
Contract Letter
The employment contract letter must be detailed.
Resume
- The resume of the applicant must be included.
Company Registration
- Please provide copy of the registration of the company registered in India.
Tax Liability Letter
- This letter must be from the company in India certifying :
- Indian company takes responsibility for paying taxes on applicant’s behalf.
- Foreigners hired will not exceed 1% of workforce.
- If the number of employees is within 1% but more than 20, there may be a delay in processing.
Employee Details Form
- This form must be completed and included.
Justification Letter
- The letter from the company must justify that the applicant is the skilled and qualified and profession and those kind of skilled of not available in India
Visa Photos
- Passport photo services available at our offices.
- Must be 2″ x 2″ on a white background.
- Photo must not be older than one month.
Minors Under 18
- Copy of the birth certificate is required.
- Copy of each parent’s passport information page or copy of drivers licenses.
- Minors not traveling with both parents/guardians must provide a notarized of consulate signed by the non accompanying parent(s)/guardian(s) authorizing the consulate to issue a visa.
Service Order Form
If you are processing your application with us via mail, please fill out the service order form and send it along with the documents.
Complete Online Application
Note: We Provide our customers complete assistance with your online application, uploading your documents and Photo Service in our office.
Minors Under 18
- Copy of the birth certificate is required.
- Copy of each parent’s passport information page or copy of drivers licenses.
- Minors not traveling with both parents/guardians must provide a notarized of consulate signed by the non accompanying parent(s)/guardian(s) authorizing the consulate to issue a visa.
- The application must be notarized.
Original Indian Passport
- You must provide your actual Current or Expired Indian passport, including one copy of the personal information page of your passport.
Valid U.S. Passport
- You must submit your current undamaged passport and it must have one blank visa page.
- The passport must be signed and valid for six months from the date of departure.
Visa Photos
- Must be 2″ x 2″ on a white background.
- Full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression.
- You may not wear eyeglasses or headwear except for religious purposes.
- Photo must not be older than three months.
Note: Photo services are available at our offices.
Proof of Residency
- A clear photocopy of the applicant’s drivers license or state issued ID is the best proof of address.
- The address on the ID must match the present address on the visa application exactly.
- Alternatively, the most recent major utility bill (Water, Gas, Electric, Sewage), or a copy of a valid/current lease containing both the landlord and tenant signature, may also be accepted.
Residency Status
- You must provide proof of your current U.S. Immigration status. You must provide a copy of your U.S. Immigration paperwork (Status of H1-B, H-4, L1, L2 , EAD, I-120 copies) or a copy of your Green Card Front/Back.
Child OCI
- You Must Provide Both Parents Indian passport copies
- You must provide a copy of your U.S. Immigration paperwork (Status of H1-B,H- 4,L1, L2 or I-120) or a copy of your Green Card Front/Back.
- Two Original Parental Consent Letter (Signed and Notarized)
- Child Signature or Thumb Print on Application
- If Applicant ever held Indian Passport, you must apply for Renunciation certificate for cancellation of Indian Passport. or submit a proof of renunciation certificate or copies of Indian Passport with cancelled stamp “Passport cancelled as Holder requires US Citizenship” or Call our Office at: (310) 402 1619 and talk to our expert team.
- Child Birth Certificate copy
- Parents’ Marriage Certificate Copy
Renunciation Proof
- If Applicant ever held Indian Passport, you must apply for Renunciation certificate for cancellation of Indian Passport. or submit a proof of renunciation certificate or copies of Indian Passport with cancelled stamp “Passport cancelled as Holder requires US Citizenship” or Call our Office at : (310) 402 1619 and talk to our expert team.
Note: If you have Lost your Current Indian Passport, Please submit at least four additional documents for deemed renunciation certificate, such as your Indian Passport copies, your Indian Birth Certificate, School Leaving Certificate, High School Diploma issued by Indian Government, Parents Indian Passport copies, Parents Marriage Certificate copy, parents Birth Certificates or death certificates copies issued by Indian Government.
Female Applicant Requirement
- Female Applicants must submit a copy of their Marriage certificate or divorce decree.
Processing Time
- The average OCI processing time is 45-60 days.
- Please call Us at: (310) 402-1619 for more information about the processing time.
Renunciation of Indian Citizenship or Surrender of Indian passport
Documents Required
MANDATORY OR NON-MANDATORY | DOCUMENT CHECKLISTS AND FORMS FOR RENUNCIATION WITH PASSPORT | DOCUMENT CHECKLISTS AND FORMS FOR RENUNCIATION WITHOUT PASSPORT |
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MANDATORY | Document Checklist – Naturalized on or after 1st june 2010 – With Passport | Document Checklist – Naturalized on or after 1st june 2010 – Without Passport |
MANDATORY | Document Checklist – Naturalized before 1st june 2010 – With Passport | Document Checklist – Naturalized before 1st june 2010 – Without Passport |
MANDATORY | 02 Original Renunciation Certificate – To be filled by Customer who are in possession of Indian passport | Declaration of Renunciation – To be filled by applicant who are not in possession of Indian passport |
MANDATORY FOR MINORS | Parental authorization form for minor | Parental authorization form for minor |
MANDATORY FOR MINORS | Sworn Affidavit by Parents (for Minor) | Sworn Affidavit by Parents (for Minor) |
MANDATORY | Affidavit of Loss of Passport | |
MANDATORY | Sworn Affidavit for Loss of Passport |
Relevant Forms
New OCI Registration | Sample Form |
Document Checklist (ADULT) | Download |
Document Checklist (MINOR) | Download |
Parental Authorization (MINOR) | Download |
Document Checklist (FOREIGN SPOUSE) | Download |
Sworn Affidavit (FOREIGN SPOUSE) | Download |
OCI Registration (In Lieu of Valid PIO card) | Sample Form |
Document Checklist (ADULT) | Download |
Affidavit in lieu of Originals (ADULT) | Download |
Document Checklist (MINOR) | Download |
Affidavit in lieu of Originals (MINOR) | Download |
Parental Authorization (MINOR) | Download |
OCI Registration (In lieu of LOST PIO card) | Sample Form |
Document Checklist (ADULT) | Download |
Affidavit in lieu of Originals (ADULT) | Download |
Document Checklist (MINOR) | Download |
Affidavit in lieu of Originals (MINOR) | Download |
Parental Authorization (MINOR) | Download |
OCI Miscellaneous services | Sample Form |
Document Checklist (ADULT) | Download |
Affidavit in lieu of Originals (ADULT) | Download |
Document Checklist (MINOR) | Download |
Affidavit in lieu of Originals (MINOR) | Download |
Parental Authorization (MINOR) | Download |
OCI in lieu of Damaged/Lost OCI Card | Sample Form |
Document Checklist (ADULT) | Download |
Affidavit in lieu of Originals (ADULT) | Download |
Document Checklist (MINOR) | Download |
Affidavit in lieu of Originals (MINOR) | Download |
Parental Authorization (MINOR) | Download |
Cancel OCI Card |
Document Checklist (ADULT) | Download |
FORM-XXII-Recent (ADULT) | Download |
FORM-XXIIA (ADULT) | Download |
Document Checklist (MINOR) | Download |
FORM-XXII-Recent (MINOR) | Download |
FORM-XXIIA (MINOR) | Download |
Parental Authorization (MINOR) | Download |
Service Order Form
If you are processing your application with us via mail, please fill out the service order form and send it along with the documents.
Complete Application
A valid passport and visa are required for travel to India. The Indian government now offers two options for Tourist and Business travelers: a traditional visa and an Electronic Visa / Emergency Visa which is valid for only two months from the date of entry, issued electronically. A traditional Indian visa is stamped inside the traveler’s passport.
Note : We Provide our customers complete assistance with your online application, uploading your documents and Photo Service in our office to process Your Electronic India Visa. Or you can stay at home using eVisa Now to complete the application.
Valid U.S. Passport
- You must submit your current undamaged passport and it must have one blank visa page.
- The passport must be signed and valid for six months from the date of departure.
Copy of Valid Identification
- Address on your driver’s license must match the address on your application.
- If the address on your driver’s license does not match your residence, you may include a copy of a major utility bill (water, power, or sewage).
Visa Photos
- Passport photo services available at our offices.
- Must be 2″ x 2″ on a white background.
- Photo must not be older than one month.
Service Order Form
If you are processing your application with us via mail, please fill out the service order form and send it along with the documents.
Visa Fees & Processing Times
Type of Visa | Entry | Validity | Fees |
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Tourist | Multiple | 10 Years | $120.00 |
Tourist | Multiple | 5 Years | $120.00 |
Business | Multiple | 10 Years | $273.00 |
Business | Multiple | 5 Years | $273.00 |
Business | Multiple | 6 Months | $193.00 |
OCI Card | Multiple | Lifelong | $295.00 |
E-Visa / Emergency Visa | Single Only | 60 Days (No Extension) | $123.00 |
Processing Time | Fees |
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Rush | $199.00 |
Express | $145.00 |
Regular | $99.00 |
ETA | $184.00 |
We only return passports using FedEx.
Priority Overnight Delivery | $35.00 |
First Overnight (8:30 AM) | $69.00 |
Saturday Delivery | $42.00 |
- You can include a prepaid return air bill in which case you will not be charged.
- You can provide a FedEx account number and we will generate the air bill – an additional fee of $5 will be charged to your work order.
Total Fees
Government Fees + Sameday Passport Expedite Fees + Return FedEx Shipping Fees = Total Fees