| Foreigners
desirous of visiting India can do so after obtaining a visa from the Indian
Mission in the country of their residence. They should possess a valid
National Passport. |
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| Tourist
Visa |
Usually a multi-entry visa is granted for the purpose of tourism. The
visa is valid from the date of issue for 6 months.
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| Transit
Visa |
Transit visas are granted by Indian Missions abroad for a maximum period
of 15 days.
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| Other
Types of Visas |
If a foreigner wishes to come to India for a purpose other than tourism,
he/she should come after obtaining an appropriate visa out of the following:
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| Business
Visa |
A foreigner can obtain one from an Indian Embassy abroad.
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| Student
Visa |
A student visa can be obtained from the Indian Embassy on the production
of proof of admission and means of sustenance while in India. The visa
is valid for one year but can be extended in India for the duration
of the course
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| Conference
Visa |
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Delegates coming to attend international conferences in India can be
granted Conference Visas to cover the conference as well as for tourism
in India Delegates are advised to apply to the Indian Embassies well
in advance.
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| Missionaries
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Valid for single entry and duration as permitted by the Government of
India.
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| Journalist
Visa |
Journalist visas are given to professional Journalist and photographers
for three months' stay in India.
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| Employment
Visa |
Employment visas are initially issued for one year stay. This can be
extended by the Foreigners' Regional Registration Office in India, if
the job contract continues. Spouses and children will get coterminus
visas.
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| Exemption
from Registration |
Foreigners coming to India on tourist visas for 180 days or a shorter
period are not required to register themselves with any authority in
India. They can move about freely in the country, except to restricted/protected
areas and prohibited places.
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