Please Note: Errors on the Indian visa application form CANNOT be amended. Any error, however small, will result in the application being rejected by the embassy. This will require a new application sent to A-1 passport and will lead to delayed processing times. Errors and omissions cannot be edited or fixed by A-1 Passport.

Application forms should be printed on two SEPERATE piece pages. Applicants need to sign the visa application in two spots. The applicant must sign INSIDE the box located under the photo area on the first page. Any part of the signature outside of the box WILL result in rejection. On the second page the applicant must sign on the dotted line at the bottom.

Tourist Visa

• Original, signed U.S. passport - must be valid for atleast 6 months containing at least 1 blank visa page.
  
  
• 1 Fully completed and signed Application form - All Information Must Match Your Passport Entirely- Aslo your signature on your application must match your passport.
  
  
• 2 Passport type photos - Glasses should not be worn when taking the photos - Please Do Not staple the photos to the application.
  
  
• A clear copy of the applicant's birth certificate if born in the US. or a copy of naturalization certificate for those who became a citizen in the USA. Depending on the applicant's nationality the following items are accepta

• Copy of marriage license only if your passport shows your maiden name and you are applying for a visa under your married name
  

• A clear photocopy of Driver's License or major utility bill as proof of residence in the Embassy's area of jurisdiction DC, DE, KY, MD, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV
  
  
• Proof of legal status in the USA. i.e. copy of green card, copy of work visa etc...
  
  
• Completed Order Form (please print)
  
  
• Special instruction for multiple travels into India:
  
  Most visas issued are valid for multiple entries; however there should be a gap of at least 2 months in between two visits when traveling on a tourist visa. If you must travel back to India in less than 2 months, an application for Re-entry permit is necessary.
  
  
• To apply for the Re-entry permit you will need to submit the following information in addition to the usual requirements indicated above:
  - One fully completed application form online -click on the application link above
  - Support letter: Your letter must indicate the following two points:
  
  
• 1- The letter should indicate the urgency and the purpose of the trip such as meeting friends/family or sightseeing or others (must specify)
• 2- The applicant should not be involved in any business activities or study etc.
  
  
• Re-Entry Exemption Form: One form fully completed and signed by the applicant.

• Re-entry permit fee as indicated under Fees below is payable in addition to the regular visa fee.
  
  

Business Visa

• Original, signed U.S. passport - must be valid for atleast 6 months containing at least 1 blank visa page.
  
  
• 1 fully completed and singed Application form - All Information Must Match Your Passport Entirely- Aslo your signature on your application must match your passport.
  
  
  
• 2 Passport type photos - Glasses should not be worn when taking the photos - Please Do Not staple the photos to the application.
  
  
• A clear copy of the applicant's birth certificate if born in the US. or a copy of naturalization certificate for those who became a citizen in the USA. Depending on the applicant's nationality the following items are acceptable:
  
  
• US Born: Only birth certificates are accepted for applicants born in the US.
• Indian Born: Those born in India can use their birth certificate, old Indian passport or school leaving certificate.
• All Others: Those not born in the US or India should submit a birth certificate or any government document from the country of origin that has parents name, date of birth and nationality.
• Copy of marriage license only if your passport shows your maiden name and you are applying for a visa under your married name

• A clear photocopy of Driver's License, or a major utility bill, as proof of residence in the Embassy's area of jurisdiction DC, DE, KY, MD, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV
  
  
• Proof of legal status in the USA. i.e. copy of green card, copy of work visa etc...
  
  
• Completed Order Form (please print)
  
  
• A company letter(SAMPLE) typed on your stationery addressed to the Visa Section of the Embassy of India stating the following:
  
  
• The reason for your travel and type of business to be performed
• The name of the company and/or individual(s) to be visited
• Must indicate visa validity required i.e. 6 months, 1 year, 5 years or 10 years; this should correspond to question #25 on your application
• Guarantee sufficient financial support for the visit
• Guarantee of financial responsibility as well as return transportation to the USA.
• The business letter should be signed by a company officer other than the applicant
  

• A letter of invitation from the sponsoring company in India typed on company letterhead stating nature of applicant's business, probable duratio of stay, state the validity of visa applied for (1 year, 5 or 10 year), places and organizations to be visited and also a guarantee to meet maintenance expenses etc. This letter can be emailed or faxed.

Conference Visa

•  The documents listed above for the Business Visa, plus: 
  
  
• A copy of the invitation from the conference organizer.
  
  
• Letter(s) of Invitation: 1. A letter of invitation from the conference chair or organizer. 2. A letter of invitation from the organization in the U.S. that endorses the applicant's attendance at the conference. If the conference is being organized by private organizations in india then a three month single business visa will suffice.
  
  
• If the conference is organized by India's government you will be required to procure an invitation to the conference by a Ministry or Department of the Indian government, Public Sector, Educational Institution, State Government, Public University, the United Nations or it's agencies (or reputable non-governmental organizations).

• A clearance letter from the Ministry of External Affairs
• A clearance letter from the Ministry of Home Affairs
• A clearance letter from of Union Territory/State Government Clearance.
• A clearance letter from the Nodal Ministry Clearance that holds jurisdiction over the conference. (ie; a scholarly conference will need clearance from the Ministry of Education)

A-1 Service Fee:
$60.00 per visa - Regular processing (normall 5-7 business days)
$85.00 per visa - Rush 2-4 Days (at the embassy's discretion)
$60.00 per visa - Re-entry permit 5 +days (at the embassy's discretion)

Please note that visa processing time may vary depending on the embassy's workload. At this time the processing time for US passport holders is around 3-5 business days.

We can also assist processing of your Indian visas in other jurisdictions; however additional service and shipping fee will apply for those cases. For more information, please contact our office at 202-639-1500. Thank you.

Consular Fee:

USA Citizen - Tourist Visa
$73.00 - Six Months Multi Entries
$167.00 - Five or ten Years Multi Entries
$42.00 - Re-Entry Permit fee

USA Citizen - Business Visa
6 months business visa is no longer issued
$173 - One Year multiple entries
$253 - 5 or 10 year multiple entries

Conference Visa
$117 - Valid for three months single entry visa

Student Visa
$109 - One year multiple entries visa

Non-US Citizens (Applies to most nationalities)

Tourist Visa - Non-US passport holders
$53 - 6 Months multiple entries
$42 - Re-Entry Permit fee

Business Visa - Non-US passport holders
$133 - One Year muliple entries
$213 - 5 year multiple entries

Conference Visa - Non-US passport holders
$93 - Three months single entry visa

Student Visa - Non-US passport holders
$88 - One year multiple entries visa

Additional Notes:
For expedited processing of 24-48 hours, an additional service fee of $30 is payable. Availability of the service is always at the embassy's discretion depending on their work load.

The validity of the visa is at the embassy's discretion. If the applicant's request for 5 or 10 year visa is denied, the embassy may issue a one year visa and additional fee paid to the embassy of India is not refundable by the embassy or by our company.

Non US citizens applying for a tourist or business visa are subject to $20 (none refundable) reference fee, in addition to the visa processing fee above.

Please include a credit card authorization, a "A-1 Passport & Visa Express” for A-1 Service Fee, Embassy Consular Fee, and return Shipping Fee.

Include credit card authorization, a check or money order payable to "A-1 Passport & Visa Express " for A-1 handling fee per visa, plus Embassy Consular Fee per visa, and return postage or Shipping Fee.

Shipping Fees for return of your passport:

• $23.00 - Fed Ex Letter (Priority Overnight – up to three passports delivered next day)
• $26.00 – Fed Ex Letter (Priority Overnight – 3-5 passports delivered next day)
• $38.00 – Fed Ex Letter (Saturday Delivery)

Please be advised that the shipping fee for some states are slightly higher than the ones mentioned above. Your receipt should indicate the fee differences also the above rates apply to most Continental USA. Higher rate applies to Alaska, Puerto Rico, Hawaii and US Virgin Islands.

Please forward the completed requirements detailed above to:

A-1 Passport & Visa Express
1411 K STREET NW. SUITE 805
Washington D.C. 20005

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