Gather, complete, and submit the requirements below.
Tourist Visa Requirements
- Original, signed U. S. Passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity beyond stay in India, with adequate unused visa pages to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from India. Note* Amendment pages in the back of your passport are NOT to be used for entry and exit stamps or visa issuance.
- Visa Application Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application. Application must be printed on separate sheets of paper, NO 2 sided printing will be accepted.
- 1 Recent Passport-type photograph (2″ x 2″) in color, front view with white background.
- No glasses are allowed to be worn in the photo
- Additional Particulars Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application.
- Drivers License. Please attach a copy of driver Licence.
- Visas are Jurisdictional. Must provide proof of US STATE residency.
- Visas for Minors Only: Copy of Birth Certificate No Originals(If not in English, it must be translated to English)
- Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.
Business Visa Requirements
- Original, signed U. S. Passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity beyond stay in India, with adequate unused visa pages to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from India. Note* Amendment pages in the back of your passport are NOT to be used for entry and exit stamps or visa issuance.
- Visa Application Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application. Application must be printed on separate sheets of paper, NO 2 sided printing will be accepted.
- 1 Recent Passport-type photograph (2″ x 2″) in color, front view with white background.
- No glasses are allowed to be worn in the photo
- Additional Particulars Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Additional Particulars Form.
- Business Invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in India. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to “Consulate General of India, Visa Section”, and signed by a senior manager, Vice-President or above. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
- Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
- State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in India.
- Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a single entry business visa).
- Sample of Business Invitation
- Business Letter. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to “The Consulate of India, Visa Section”, and signed by a senior manager, Vice-President or above. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
- Briefly introduce the applicant and specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant.
- State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in India.
- Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
- Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.
- Sample Company Letter of Guarantee
- Certificate of Incorporation from the Indian company for the Consulate in Texas only.
- Crew visas need Landing Permit
- Additional Particulars Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application.
- Drivers License. Please attach a copy of driver Licence.
- Visas are Jurisdictional. Must provide proof of US STATE residency.
- Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.
Conference Visa Requirements
- Original, signed U. S. Passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity beyond stay in India, with adequate unused visa pages to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from India. Note* Amendment pages in the back of your passport are NOT to be used for entry and exit stamps or visa issuance.
- Visa Application Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application. Application must be printed on separate sheets of paper, NO 2 sided printing will be accepted.
- 1 Recent Passport-type photograph (2″ x 2″) in color, front view with white background.
- No glasses are allowed to be worn in the photo
- Driver’s license. Copy of driver’s license or state issued ID, or ORIGINAL major utility bill (Electric, Water, Gas) for the most recent month, showing the applicant’s name and current address.
- Declaration Form. An original signed copy of the India Declaration Form.
- Conference Invitation. A conference invitation letter from the sponsoring company in India. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to “Consulate General of India, Visa Section”, and signed by a senior manager, Vice-President or above. The conference invitation must adhere to the following guidelines:
- Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
- State the dates of the conference, the subjects to be covered, and the names and addresses of the conference venues.
- Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a single entry conference visa).
- Business Letter. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to “The Consulate of India, Visa Section”, and signed by a senior manager, Vice-President or above. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
- Briefly introduce the applicant and specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant.
- State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in India.
- Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
- Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.
- Sample Company Letter of Guarantee
Journalist Visa Requirements
- Original, signed U. S. Passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity beyond stay in India, with adequate unused visa pages to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from India. Note* Amendment pages in the back of your passport are NOT to be used for entry and exit stamps or visa issuance.
- Visa Application Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application. Application must be printed on separate sheets of paper, NO 2 sided printing will be accepted.
- 1 Recent Passport-type photograph (2″ x 2″) in color, front view with white background.
- No glasses are allowed to be worn in the photo
- Driver’s license. Copy of driver’s license or state issued ID, or ORIGINAL major utility bill (Electric, Water, Gas) for the most recent month, showing the applicant’s name and current address.
- Declaration Form. An original signed copy of the India Declaration Form.
- Additional Particulars Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Additional Particulars Form.
- Journalist Undertaking Letter. If not traveling for journalism purposes, a completed and signed Journalist Undertaking Letter form.
- Letter from Media Company in India. Journalists affiliated with a media company going to India for Journalism purposes OR for Tourism purposes are required to submit a letter from their company stating whether or not the applicant will be going for Journalism or Tourism only.
- Additional forms for Documentary Film Making. These forms must be provided if applicant is going to India to film a documentary:
• Application for filming Documentaries/Commercials in India
• List of Crew members and Cinematic Equipment
• Undertaking from the Indian Employer
• Signed undertaking for filming documentaries/commercials in India
Please follow the link here for instructions on how to provide these forms.
Student Visa Requirements
- Original, signed U. S. Passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity beyond stay in India, with adequate unused visa pages to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from India. Note* Amendment pages in the back of your passport are NOT to be used for entry and exit stamps or visa issuance.
- Visa Application Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application. Application must be printed on separate sheets of paper, NO 2 sided printing will be accepted.
- 1 Recent Passport-type photograph (2″ x 2″) in color, front view with white background.
- No glasses are allowed to be worn in the photo
- Additional Particulars Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application.
- Driver’s license. Copy of driver’s license or state issued ID, or ORIGINAL major utility bill (Electric, Water, Gas) for the most recent month, showing the applicant’s name and current address.
- Letter of Approval. A letter of approval from the relevant agency in India:
For medical or paramedical courses:• Letter of approval or no-objection certificate from the Ministry of Health, India.For technical and engineering courses:
• Letter of approval or no-objection certificate from the Ministry of HRD, India. - Exchange Letter. If the program in India is affiliated with a US institution, a letter from the US institution with details of the exchange program, and stating whether credit will be earned.
- Enrollment Letter. A letter from a recognized institute in India, including Indian Registration Number, confirming admission, course duration, and any other relevant details.
Work Visa Requirements
- Original, signed U. S. Passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity beyond stay in India, with adequate unused visa pages to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from India. Note* Amendment pages in the back of your passport are NOT to be used for entry and exit stamps or visa issuance.
- Visa Application Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application. Application must be printed on separate sheets of paper, NO 2 sided printing will be accepted.
- 1 Recent Passport-type photograph (2″ x 2″) in color, front view with white background.
- No glasses are allowed to be worn in the photo
- Additional Particulars Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Additional Particulars Form.
- Declaration Form. An original signed copy of the India Declaration Form.
- Driver’s license. Copy of driver’s license or state issued ID, or ORIGINAL major utility bill (Electric, Water, Gas) for the most recent month, showing the applicant’s name and current address.
- Resume or CV. A copy of the applicant’s current resume or CV.
- Appointment Letter. Appointment Letter from the host company in India. Must state salary (minimum USD $25,000 per year) and location of work to be performed.
- Employment Detail Form. A completed Employment Detail Form, signed by the applicant. This form is available here.
- Business Letter. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to “The Consulate of India, Visa Section”, and signed by a senior manager, Vice-President or above. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
- Briefly introduce the applicant and specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant.
- State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in India.
- Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
- Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.
- Sample Company Letter of Guarantee
Diplomat Visit Form
Visa Application Form
Add. Particulars Form
Declaration Form
AVS Submission Form
Visa Application Form
Add. Particulars Form
Declaration Form
AVS Submission Form
Instructions
Please send the passport(s) and all completed documents to the address below:
Atlas Visa Services, Inc.
1751 Clarendon Blvd
Arlington, VA 22209
Service Fees
| Fee Type | Duration | Processing Time | Consular Fee | Service Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist - Multiple Entry - Up to 10 years | 180 days | 7-10 business days | $205 | $80 | $285 |
| Business - Multiple 1 year entry | 180 days | 7-10 business days | $205 | $80 | $285 |
| Business - Multiple 5 year entry | 180 days | 7-10 business days | $205 | $80 | $285 |
| Business - Multiple 10 year entry | 180 days | 7-10 business days | $205 | $80 | $285 |
| Conference - Single/Multiple Entry 6 months | 30 days | 7-10 business days | $125 | $80 | $205 |
| Journalist - Multiple Entry 6 months | 180 days | 7-10 business days | $125 | $135 | $260 |
| Journalist - Multiple Entry 1 year | 180 days | 7-10 business days | $145 | $135 | $280 |
| Journalist - Multiple Entry 10 year | 180 days | 7-10 business days | $225 | $135 | $360 |
| Student - Multiple Entry 5 year | 365 days | 7-10 business days | $125 | $80 | $205 |
| Work - Multiple Entry 6 months | 180 days | 7-10 business days | $165 | $135 | $300 |
| Work - Multiple Entry 1 year | 180 days | 7-10 business days | $245 | $135 | $380 |
| Work - Multiple Entry 10 years | 180 days | 7-10 business days | $345 | $135 | $480 |
| Visa - Out of Jurisdiction | Duration of Visa | 7-10 business days | $205 | $100 | $305 |
Other Information
FedEx Options
- $38.50 Fed Ex Letter (Not Including AK +HI – USA ONLY)
- $75.00 Fed Ex Envelope (First Overnight – Overweight package)
- $48.50 Fed Ex (Saturday Delivery – USA ONLY)
