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
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 | Consular Fee | Service Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist - Multiple Entry - Up to 10 years | 180 days | 7-10 business days | $205 | $70 | $275 |
| Business - Multiple 1 year entry | 180 days | 7-10 business days | $205 | $70 | $255 |
| Business - Multiple 5 year entry | 180 days | 7-10 business days | $205 | $70 | $365 |
| Business - Multiple 10 year entry | 180 days | 7-10 business days | $205 | $70 | $365 |
| Conference - Single/Multiple Entry 6 months | 30 days | 7-10 business days | $125 | $70 | $195 |
| 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 | $70 | $195 |
| 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
- $29.50 Fed Ex Letter (Not Including AL +HI – USA ONLY)
- $75.00 Fed Ex Envelope (First Overnight – Overweight package)
- $48.50 Fed Ex (Saturday Delivery – USA ONLY)
