VISAS
Requirement of Visa: Foreigners
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 - except in the
case of nationals of Bhutan and Nepal, who may carry only suitable
means of identification.
Tourist Visas: Usually, a multi -entry visa, valid for a period of
180 days, is granted for the purpose of tourism . the visa is valid
from the date of issue.
Collective Visas: The facility also exists for the issue to group tours
consisting visas of not less than four members and sponsored by a travel
agency recognized by the Government of India.
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.
Landing Permit Facility: Tourists may note that no Landing Permit Facility
is available to any foreign tourist landing without visa. A limited
facility exists only for group tours consisting of four or more members
and sponsored by a travel agency recognized by the Government of India.
Tourist Groups: A tourist group arriving by air, ship or by a chartered
or scheduled flight may be granted a collective landing permit for
a period of up to 30 days by the immigration authorities on landing
,provided the group is sponsored by a recognized travel agency and
a pre drawn itinerary is presented along with details of passport
Extension of Visa: No extension of stay is granted on a tourist Visa.
Other Types of Visas: If a foreigner wishes to come to India for a
purpose other than tourism, he should come after obtaining an appropriate
visa out of the following:
Business Visa: A foreigner can obtain one from an Indian Embassy abroad.
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.
Conference Visa: Delegates coming to attend international conferences
in India can avail for this visa.
Employment Visa: Foreigners desirous of coming to India for taking
up employment should apply for a Employment Visa.
