How to apply for an Indian visa?

First, the visa applicant determines the purpose and itinerary of going to India.

Second, log in to the Indian Embassy in official website, browse the visa information and the list of required materials, and record the basic operation steps of online application.

Third, prepare materials.

Fourth, online application. The steps are as follows:

1) Log on to the website of the Indian Embassy in China and click the visa application on the page. Click on the visa category you applied for, and you will see all the information about the visa category. Then, click on the online visa application and fill in the form online.

2) Remember the temporary application ID number (15 digits, including letters and numbers). This number is automatically generated and can be found in the spreadsheet. If the applicant doesn't fill in immediately, the system will ask you to re-enter this number, and the spreadsheet that the applicant didn't fill in before will be called up, so you can continue to fill in.

3) After the online application is completed, the system will automatically generate the application number. The completed form is in PDF format, saved, printed and submitted to the visa application center together with other application materials. This form is the official application form for visa application. The embassy does not accept any other form of application.

4) When filling out the visa application form online, be sure to fill in all the information accurately. Once saved or printed, all information cannot be modified. Therefore, if the applicant finds that the information filled in is wrong after saving or printing, he can only reapply online.

Fifth, submit the printed visa application form and all the materials required in the audit form to the visa application center.

Sixth, wait for the embassy and consulate to review.

Seventh, get a visa. After getting the visa, you should carefully check whether all the information on the visa is correct, especially whether the start and end time of the visa validity period and the number of days of stay are consistent with the application. If you find any mistakes, you should contact the embassy or consulate in time.

note:

1. China citizens can only enter India if they obtain an Indian visa in advance. Embassies and consulates in China accepts all kinds of visa applications from China citizens. Indian embassies and consulates abroad or high-level officials also accept all kinds of visa applications from China citizens. The Indian and American foreign ministries handle visas for diplomats and officials. India, the United States Department of the Interior and its Aliens Administration handle other types of visas, visa extensions and residence permits for foreigners. China citizens are not allowed to apply for port visas to enter India at Indian airports and ports.

2. Passport description

The last page of the original passport needs the holder's autograph; The validity period is at least half a year (counting from the last day of the validity period of the visa application); Passport has at least 2 blank pages for visa use; All old passports, if any, must be provided.

First, choose a visa.

There are two ways to apply for a visa in India: Indian electronic visa and sticker visa. Applicants need to determine the application method and the type of visa they apply for. India tourism visa: the only purpose of entry is entertainment, sightseeing and leisure; Indian business visa: only applicable to business visits, tourism, exhibitions and other business-related activities.

Two. Prepare materials

After determining the purpose of entry and the type of Indian visa, the applicant should prepare the visa materials according to the requirements of the embassy and submit them to the visa officer. Stickers and electronic visas need different materials. Applicants can check the list of Indian visa materials.

Three. Payment of expenses

After the materials are confirmed to be correct, the applicant needs to pay corresponding fees, generally including Indian visa fees and service fees. Payment methods include: corporate account, corporate Alipay, WeChat, major bank cards, etc.

Fourth, send a signal.

E-visa E-visa can be processed online, so once the payment is successful, you can apply immediately, which is faster; After receiving the cost of the sticker visa, we will arrange for the Commissioner to send it to the embassy for processing. If the applicant doesn't have enough time, he can explain in advance to apply for an expedited visa.

Verbs accepted by the embassy (abbreviation of verbs)

E-visa E-visa processing time is at least 5 working days. Please arrange the travel time reasonably; Sticker visa India sticker visa takes a long time, about 9 working days, or even longer, so if time is urgent, you can choose expedited or electronic visa.

Intransitive verbs get visas.

E-visa E-visa is issued in PDF format, sent to the mailbox provided by the applicant, and printed in color. Sticker visa After the sticker visa is issued, the applicant needs to mail it with his visa.

Extended information:

India-US visa is a measure taken by India as a sovereign country to safeguard its sovereignty, dignity, security and interests. Visa is an important means for a sovereign country to manage entry and exit.

If citizens of a country want to travel, settle down, trade, study abroad, etc. In other countries, in addition to having his own passport or travel document, another necessary condition is that he must obtain a visa to go to that country. Otherwise, it is impossible.

China citizens must obtain an Indian visa to enter India. Embassies and consulates in China accepts all kinds of visa applications from China citizens. Indian embassies and consulates abroad or high-level officials also accept all kinds of visa applications from China citizens. The Indian and American foreign ministries handle visas for diplomats and officials.

India, the United States Department of the Interior and its Aliens Administration handle other types of visas, visa extensions and residence permits for foreigners. China citizens are not allowed to apply for port visas to enter India at Indian airports and ports.

Since April 2008 1, the Indian government has adjusted the e-tourism visa program, renamed the e-tourism visa as e-visa, and subdivided it into three categories, namely, e-tourism visa, e-commerce visa and e-medical visa.

Applicants should apply at least 4 days before the expected arrival date. The validity period of three e-visas is 120 days, and the stay period is 60 days. The number of e-tourism visas and e-commerce visas is 2, and the number of e-medical visas is 3.

Reference: India Visa-Baidu Encyclopedia