Ayush Visa

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Follow the below steps in order to apply

1. Create an account (Register yourself) on Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. Click Here to register.
2. Fill the Govt of India's Online Visa Application Form. Click Here to access the Online Visa Application Portal.
3. Select the REGULAR/PAPER VISA APPLICATION option. 
4. Click Here to view a sample online Indian Visa Application Form in German language. Klicken Sie hier, um ein Beispiel für ein Online-Visumantragsformular für Indien in deutscher Sprache anzuzeigen.
5. Ensure that you select the appropriate option for the dropdown "Indian Mission/Office" as per your correct jurisdiction. To know your jurisdiction, refer to the "Jurisdiction" section.
6. Print and sign your application.  
7. Book your appointment online at Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. You can choose a convenient date and time to visit the Alankit ICAC for your application submission. Click Here to book your appointment online.  
8. Ensure that you have your passport, photographs and all other supporting documents, exactly as per the "Documents Checklist" section. 
9. Visit the Alankit ICAC, as per your jurisdiction. The address and location of the ICAC will be clearly mentioned in the appontment letter. 
10. Kindly ensure you reach the ICAC 15 minutes prior to your appointment time. 
11. Submit your application and deposit your fees at Alankit ICAC. You can check the fee for this application under the "Fee Details" section. 
12. Enroll for Biometrics at Alankit ICAC (if required)
13. Your application submission process is now complete! You can avail our Courier service to get your passport delivered to your doorstep!
14. While your application is in process, you can track your application to know the current stage of your application process. Click Here to track your application online.  

You can refer to the below Step-By-Step diagram to understand and follow the application process.

Required Documents:

1. Printed copy of the duly filled online application form at the Indian Government's Visa Portal. (Applicant should sign the application on first page below the photo and on the last page at designated place).
2. Original Passport with more than six months validity as on date of expected date of journey and 2 blank pages along with a photocopy of the personal information page(s).
3. 01 recent photograph (51mm x 51mm). Application with wrong photo specifications may lead to rejection the applicaiton. Photo specifications can be seen here.
4. Self-attested photocopy of Proof of Current address in Germany (City Registration/ Meldebesatigung / Anmeldung / personalauweis) of the applicant.
5. Additional Form (Download Form) & Documents for Passport holders other than German nationals including proof of valid German Residence Permit / Visa:
6. All applicants for Ayush visa are required to generate the invitation letter from this link which is mandatory to be submitted along with the visa application.
7. Letter from the hospital/ Institution/ Wellness Centre accredited and registered with any Government of India authority(ies) or NABH/ NCH/ NCISM accredited hospitals providing Ayush services duly stamped and signed, confirming the applicants admission for medical treatment through Ayush system in India with clearly mentioning the period of treatment.
8. Letter from the hospital/doctor in Germany attesting the need for treatment in India.
9. Bank statement showing sufficient funds for medical expenses.
10. Additional documents for minors applicants: Birth Certificate of the applicant, passport copies of the parents and Consent letter signed by both parents or custody letter of a local court (if applicable).
11. Additional documents for Ayush Visa attendants;
    • Recommendation letter from the hospital/institution in India for medical treatment. All applicants for Ayush attendant visa are required to generate the invitation letter
      from the URL https://indianfrro.gov.in/frro/medicalvaluetravel which is mandatory to be submitted along with the visa application.
    • Passport copy of the principal Ayush visa applicant/holder.
12. Proof of payment of the applicable fee (if made through bank transfer).
13. Under Family details:The applicant must specify the previous nationality of both the parents. Applicant should not leave that blank.
14. Photograph should be mandatorily uploaded before submitting the online application form.
15. Print and enclose duly filled checklist. Click here to download.
16. Print and enclose the Applicant Consent Form. Click Here to download the Application Consent Form.

Note:  Hospital/ Wellness Centre Authorities must share the documents issued by them recommending therewith the issuance of an AYUSH -1 (AY-1) visa to the foreigner e.g. medical invitation letter, appointment letter etc. as per the format given in Appendix below

Appendix

To,
Visa Officer
Embassy of India Berlin
Dear Sir.
……… (Patient’s name) has been advised to undergo …….. (diagnosis) at ……
(Name of hospital/wellness center and place) by our Sr. Consultant,………
( Consultant’s name), Department of ….. (Speciality).
The cost of treatment will be …….. ( cost ) and the duration of the treatment will be
……… (duration).
Passport details are given below for your kind reference.
Name of the Patient ……….
Nationality of the patient
Passport number………….
Passport expiry date ………..
Name(s) of the Attendant of the Patient
Nationality of the Attendant of the Patient
Passport number Attendant of the Patient………….
Passport expiry date ………..
We request you to kindly issue visa to him/ her.

Thanking you and looking forward to an early action from your side.

Yours sincerely
Authorized Signatory
Stamp of the Organisation/Hospital
Telephone number : …………
Fax number : ……………….
Email: ………………..

• Journalist travelling to India for any purpose may apply for Journalist Visa only.
• Tourist Visa applicants travelling by Ship, need mandatorily biometrics.
• All foreigners intending to visit India are advised to check the health regulations at https://www.mohfw.gov.in/ before travelling to India.
• For immigration related queries like travelling with pet animals, traveling with medicine etc., please check with the airlines or visit at https://www.cbic.gov.in/entities/internationalTravellers.
• Stateless persons holding travel documents may also apply for visa however they are advised to apply atleast 02 months prior of desired visit as the visa takes time.
• Diplomatic/Official passport holder are advised to contact directly to the concerned Indian Embassy/Consulate for diplomatic/official visa.
• All foreigner intending to visit India are advised to carry Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate if coming from Yellow Fever endemic countries or with history of travel to Yellow Fever endemic countries in the last 6 days. Any Person (excluding infants below the age of six months) arriving by air or sea or land without a certificate of vaccination is to be detained in isolation for a period of 6 days.
• All foreigners intending to visit in Restricted/Protected areas are advised to apply for the permission at https://indianfrro.gov.in/eservices as only the visa and passport are not sufficient to travel in these areas. The details of restricted and protected areas can be seen at https://xn--i1b5bzbybhfo5c8b4bxh.xn--11b7cb3a6a.xn--h2brj9c/en/divisionofmha/foreigners-division/protected-area-permit-pap-restricted-area-permit-rap. The normal time processing for RAP/PAP permit is 06-08 weeks.

Note: If any additional documents is required based on the application, the applicant have to provide the same.

Fees Details

Visa Fee (applicable to German nationals and citizens of other countries, excluding nationals from countries classified as Special Category)

Service	Duration of Visa	Visa Fee	ICWF Fee	Alankit Service Fee	Fingerprint Biometric Fee	Facial Biometric Fee	Total Fee
Ayush Visa	Up to 6 months/ Single or Multiple Entry	EUR 73.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 80.55
	More than 6 months and up to 1 year/ Multiple Entry	EUR 110.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 117.55

Special Category Visa Fees (as per below details)

For Nationals of Countries	Duration of Visa	Visa Fee	ICWF Fee	Alankit Service Fee	Fingerprint Biometric Fee	Facial Biometric Fee	Total Fee
Japan	Irrespective of the duration	EUR 8.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 15.55
Nigeria	All type of visas irrespective of duration	EUR 534.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 541.55
Pakistan	All types of Visas (Rs. 100)	EUR 2.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 9.55
Russia	Single Entry	EUR 37.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 44.55
	Double Entry	EUR 83.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 90.55
	Multiple Entry	EUR 110.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 117.55
UK	Up to 1 year (Multiple Entry)	EUR 118.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 115.55
Ukraine	Less than 6 months	EUR 78.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 85.55
	6 months to 1 year	EUR 119.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 126.55
USA	Up to 6 months Single/Double/Multiple Entry	EUR 92.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 99.55
	More than 06 months and up to 1 year Single/Double/Multiple Entry	EUR 129.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 136.55
Gratis Ayush Visa	Afghanistan, Bangladesh, DPR Korea, Jamaica, Maldives, Mauritius, Mongolia, Myanmar, South Africa and Seychelles.			EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 4.55
Visa Free Countries	Nepal and Bhutan (Nationals of Nepal and Bhutan do not require Visa to enter India. However, Nepalese Nationals require Visa if they enter India from China which is granted on Gratis Basis).			EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 4.55
Visa-on-Arrival countries	Japan, South Korea and UAE (Only for such UAE nationals who had earlier obtained e-Visa or Regular/paper visa for India)			EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 4.55

FAQ's for Ayush Visa

1. Who is eligible for the Ayush Visa?
• This category of visa Ayush Visa (AY-1) will be applicable to foreign nationals whose sole purpose is to seek treatment through Ayush systems / Indian systems of medicine like therapeutic care and wellness in a Hospital / Wellness Centre accredited and registered with any Government authority(ies) concerned or NABH / NCH / NCISM accredited hospitals providing Ayush services in India.
2. What is the duration of an Ayush Visa?
• Ayush visa (AY-1) for the purpose of medical treatment is granted for up to one year with maximum of three entries.
3. I intend to travel not immediately, but at a much later date. Can my visa be issued to coincide with the date of my travel?
   • No. There is no system of issuing post-dated Visas and the validity of regular visas starts from the date of issue and not from the date of your proposed Entry / actual entry into India.
4. I had applied for an Indian visa but I have changed my mind. Can I claim a refund of the visa fee?
   • Visa fees are non-refundable. Once the visa application is accepted, the visa processing fee cannot be refunded / reclaimed even if the visa is refused / not granted or in case the application is withdrawn by the applicant.
5. How do I withdraw my application and will I get a refund?
   • If you wish to withdraw your application you are required to contact Alankit ICAC (where you submitted your application) and submit your written application / request stating the reason for withdrawal. Embassy / Consulate will consider your request and it may take 1-2 working days. As per our policy, visa fees are not refundable.
6. What are the regulations to apply for Indian Visa for applicants holding Dual Nationality or Dual Passport holders?
   • We expect applicants holding dual nationality or dual passport holders, to use one nations passport only for travel to India. This would smoothen your immigration procedures while arriving / departing from India. Applicants are also required to declare their dual passport at relevant column in the Visa application form and both passports need to be submitted for visa processing. Applicants holding Pakistani Passport and Passport of any other country are requested to apply for visa on their Pakistan Passport only and both passports need to be submitted. Visa will be issued on the Pakistan passport only, for such cases.

Persons intending to travel India are advised the following for smooth journey:

kindly visit this website and select the “Guide for Travellers” PDF.

• Please check the health regulations by clicking here before travelling to India.
• For immigration related queries like travelling with pet animals, traveling with medicine etc., please check with the airlines or refer to
  https://www.cbic.gov.in/entities/internationalTravellers (Guidelines for online work from India for International travelers)

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