Entry Visa

Entry Visa ('X' Visa)

Entry Visa is mainly given to a person of Indian origin and spouse & children of an Indian citizen / person of Indian origin / OCI cardholder or for specific purposes as decided by the Embassy / Consulate. Registration is required in FRRO / FRO if the stay is more than 6 months.

This visa category is for applicants who is / are:

A person of Indian origin (X-1).
Spouse and children of a person of Indian nationality or origin (X-1).
Applicants coming to join Auroville Foundation / Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Puducherry / Missionaries of Charity, Kolkata / similar approved organizations, temples and foreign Buddhist monks coming to join Buddhist Monasteries / other Buddhist organizations for charity work (X-2).
Foreigners owning property in India (X-Misc).

Note: Entry visa applications for voluntary work in NGOs will be rejected as it is not eligible.

Important points to be noted during visa application:

When applying for an Indian visa, applicants are requested to disclose details of all passports (current / old) held by them. Failure to do so may result in rejection of their applications.
Applicants are requested to ensure details entered on the Visa application form must be exactly as in the Passport or else the visa application will be rejected.
When applying for a visa, the passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months or more. The passport must have at least three blank pages and should not be mutilated / damaged / tampered in any manner.
Suppression of facts and information will not only result in delay or denial of visa applied for but may debar the applicant from applying under this system in future.
Visa processing fees are not refundable. Fee should be deposited only after ascertaining that all correct and relevant details are entered in the application form.
The acceptance of a visa application does not automatically guarantee grant of a visa. The visa application may be modified or refused by the Indian Embassy / Consulate at their discretion. Decision of the Embassy / Consulate on the matter shall be final.
The duration and number of entries granted to the applicant will be solely at the discretion of Embassy / Consulate. No claims and correspondences shall be entertained in this regard.
Visa is valid from the date of issue and not from the date of travel.
It is strongly advised that applicants do not make any travel arrangements before obtaining an Indian visa. The Embassy of India or its Consulates cannot, under any circumstance, be held responsible for visa not issued in time.
All Visa applicants including those applying for multiple entry Tourist and Business Visas are advised to give their biometrics at the time of submission of their applications.
In case of a Minor child, a consent letter signed by both parents / if one parent, a copy of custody letter from local court is needed.
Know your correct jurisdiction before applying, and ensure you apply at the correct Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC). For more details, refer to the "How to Apply" section or "Jurisdiction" section.
Applicants coming to the Alankit ICAC for application submission must have a prior appointment, and must visit Alankit ICAC at the designated date and time only, as per the appointment letter. Applicants coming in without an appointment will not be entertained.
Fees submission at Alankit ICAC can be made through cash.
Consular surcharge of EUR 3 shall be levied on all visa services (except Gratis cases) and must be paid along with visa fee and Alankit service fee, as specified in the "Fees Details" section.
Applicants must ensure that they have all the supporting documents, as mentioned in the "Documents Checklist" section. Incomplete applications will not be accepted at Alankit ICAC.

Advisory:

For travel to India a valid visa along with passport is mandatory. Only categories exempted under bilateral arrangements may not need a visa. For persons of Indian origin (all categories), OCI card is mandatory.
Foreigners can visit restricted / prohibited areas only after getting a valid permit as visa alone is not enough to visit such places.
Afghan nationals entering India on X-Misc visa will have to register with the FRRO/FRO within 7 days of their arrival in India. If they are moving from their registered place of stay to another place, they will have to further register mandatorily with the FRRO/FRO concerned at the new place of residence.

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Follow the below steps in order to apply

Create an account (Register yourself) on Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. Click Here to register.
Fill the Govt of India's Online Visa Application Form. Click Here to access the Online Visa Application Portal.
Select the REGULAR/PAPER VISA APPLICATION option.
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.
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.
Print and sign your application.
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.
Ensure that you have your passport, photographs and all other supporting documents, exactly as per the "Documents Checklist" section.
Visit the Alankit ICAC, as per your jurisdiction. The address and location of the ICAC will be clearly mentioned in the appontment letter.
Kindly ensure you reach the ICAC 15 minutes prior to your appointment time.
Submit your application and deposit your fees at Alankit ICAC. You can check the fee for this application under the "Fee Details" section.
Enroll for Biometrics at Alankit ICAC (if required)
Your application submission process is now complete! You can avail our Courier service to get your passport delivered to your doorstep!
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.

How to apply at a glance:

Read our application instructions carefully, and complete the Government of India’s online form as guided.

Schedule Appointment

Visit Alankit ICAC at your scheduled date & time.

Submit Application & deposit Fees.
Enroll for Biometrics (if required)

You can Track your Application Status on our website.

Have your processed document(s) delivered to your doorstep.

Required Documents:

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).
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).
01 recent photograph (51mm x 51mm). Application with wrong photo specifications may lead to rejection the applicaiton. Photo specifications can be seen here.
Self-attested photocopy of Proof of Current address in Germany (City Registration/ Meldebesatigung / Anmeldung / personalauweis) of the applicant.
Additional Form (Download Form) & Documents for Passport holders other than German nationals including proof of valid German Residence Permit / Visa:
Additional Documents as given below (as applicable);
- For Persons of Indian Origin and foreign spouse & foreign children of an Indian citizen/Person of Indian Origin/ OCI cardholder (other than those registered as OCI cardholder);
  - Proof of Indian origin {A photocopy of “Certificate for Renunciation of Indian Citizenship/Certificate for Surrender of Indian Passport”, If the applicant is of previous Indian Passport holder:Indian origin (born Indian);
  - A photocopy of marriage certificate (Apostilled as applicable), copy of spouse’s passport or Certificate for Renunciation of Indian Citizenship/Certificate for Surrender of Indian Passport/OCI Card of spouse is required, If the applicant is a spouse of Indian national/person of Indian origin; A photocopy of Birth certificate, marriage certificate of parents, copy of parents passport or Certificate for Renunciation of Indian Citizenship/Certificate for Surrender of Indian Passport/OCI Card of parents is required, If the applicant is a child of Indian national/person of Indian origin}
- If the applicant is Spouse of Indian national/ person of Indian origin (the documents mentioned below to be attached with the application form):
  - A copy of marriage certificates (Apostilled as applicable).
  - A copy of passport/ Surrender Certificate of Indian Passport / OCI Card issued to the Spouse of the applicant.
- In case of a Minor child, Birth Certificate and Marriage Certificate of the parents with a consent letter signed by both parents / if one parent, a copy of custody letter from local court.
- For those coming to join Auroville Foundation, Aurobindo Ashram, Missionaries of Charity, Temples or similar approved organizations; If the applicant wishes to join Auroville Foundation / Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Puducherry / Missionaries of Charity, Kolkata / similar approved organizations, temples, Buddhist Monasteries/other Buddhist organizations for charity work:
  - Official invitation letter issued by the Secretary of Auroville Foundation / Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Puducherry / Missionaries of Charity, Kolkata / similar approved organizations, temples, Buddhist Monasteries/other Buddhist organizations. This document must be provided in its original sealed envelope(by Auroville Foundation).
- For those who is owing property in India and for purposes which are not covered by any other visa category;
  - Permission letter issued by Reserve Bank of India/relevant State Govt. authorities regarding the ownership of the property, for those applicant's who is owing a property in India.
- Supporting documents for the purposes which are not specifically mentioned in the various visa categories.
Proof of payment of the applicable fee (if made through bank transfer).
Under Family details:The applicant must specify the previous nationality of both the parents. Applicant should not leave that blank.
Photograph should be mandatorily uploaded before submitting the online application form.
Print and enclose duly filled checklist. Click here to download.
Print and enclose the Applicant Consent Form. Click Here to download the Application Consent Form.

Important Advisory/Points

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
Entry 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
	More than 1 year and up to 5 years/Multiple Entry	EUR 183.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 190.55

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
Mozambique	Up to 6 months	EUR 201.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 208.55
	Up to 6 months (in Emergency)	EUR 274.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 281.55
	More than 6 months up to 1 year	EUR 274.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 281.55
	More than 6 months up to 1 year (in Emergency)	EUR 274.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 281.55
	More than 1 year up to 5 years	EUR 274.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 281.55
	More than 1 year up to 5 years (in Emergency)	EUR 274.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 281.55
Nigeria	Irrespective of the duration	EUR 534.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 541.55
Pakistan	Irrespective of the duration	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
Sri Lanka	up to 1 year (Multiple Entry)	EUR 23.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 30.55
UK	up to 1 year (Single/Multiple Entry)	EUR 148.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 155.55
UK	1 year to 5 years (Multiple Entry)	EUR 442.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 449.55
Ukraine	Up to 6 months (Single / Multiple Entry)	EUR 78.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 85.55
	More than 6 months and up to 1 year (Multiple Entry)	EUR 119.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 126.55
	More than 1 year and up to 5 years (Multiple Entry)	EUR 183.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 190.55
USA	Up to 6 months (Single / Multiple Entry)	EUR 92.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 99.55
	More than 6 months and up to 1 year (Multiple Entry)	EUR 129.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 136.55
	More than 1 year and up to 5 years (Multiple Entry)	EUR 202.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 209.55
Gratis Entry Visa	Afghanistan, Bangladesh, DPR Korea, Jamaica, Maldives, Mauritius, Mongolia, Myanmar, South Africa and Seychelles
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).
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)

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Disclaimer: The Indian Embassy and Consulates in Germany reserve the right to update fees in accordance with directives from the Indian Government, without prior notice. While efforts are made to publish the latest and correct fees, discrepancies may occur. In such cases, applicants may be required to pay the difference, even after submitting their applications.

FAQ's for Entry Visa

Do I need a visa to go to India?

Yes, all foreigners, except citizens of Nepal and Bhutan (in limited circumstances) need a valid Visa to enter India by Air, Sea, or Land ports.

Can I get a visa on arrival to enter India?

No. There is no facility for visas on arrival in India except for nationals of Japan, UAE and South Korea in limited circumstances and with conditions as applicable under the bilateral agreements. Foreign nationals are expected to obtain a visa to visit India.

I am an Artist visiting India to Participate in Painting Exhibition or Music show on Charitable basis (not Paid performance), which visa should I apply?

Those going to India for Charitable performances e.g an artist going for painting exhibition, musician for musical shows etc on charitable basis have to apply for Entry Visa.

What is the difference between Tourist Visa and Entry Visa?
- A person of Indian origin, who does not possess an OCI card, and also the spouse, and children of such person are eligible for Entry Visa and must apply for Entry Visa instead of Tourist Visa. An Entry Visa has far fewer restrictions than Tourist Visa. Entry visas are extendable in India through FRROs, whereas Tourist Visas are non-extendable.
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.
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.
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.
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.
I am a Diplomatic / Officia l/ UNLP Passport holder and want to visit India for official meetings / duties. Whom and where should we approach for submission of visa application?
- Visa applications of all Diplomatic / Official/ UNLP Passport holders seeking Diplomatic / Official / UN Visas, for official trip / meetings to India are directly accepted at Indian Embassy / Consulates, as per your correct jurisdiction.

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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Berlin Brandenburg Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Sachsen Sachsen-Anhalt Thüringen	Alankit ICAC - Berlin Sud Tower, 10th Floor, Eichhornstraße 3, 10785 Berlin, Germany Phone - +49 6994322992	visadesk.berlin@alankit.com passportdesk.berlin@alankit.com ocidesk.berlin@alankit.com consulardesk.berlin@alankit.com
Hesse North Rhine-Westphalia Rhineland-Palatinate Saarland	Alankit ICAC - Frankfurt Ground Floor, Baseler Str. 10, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany Phone - +49 6994322992	visadesk.frankfurt@alankit.com passportdesk.frankfurt@alankit.com ocidesk.frankfurt@alankit.com consulardesk.frankfurt@alankit.com
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