Transit 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 https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/index.html (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 forms with photo of wrong specifications would be rejected. 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. Copy of confirm air ticket to the destination to India en-route
7. Copy of confirm air ticket of onward journey from India to other country.
8. Additional documents for minors: Copy of Birth Certificate of the applicant, passport copies of the parents and Consent letter signed by both parents or custody document of a local court (if applicable).
9. Proof of payment of the applicable fee (if made through bank transfer).
10. Under Family details:The applicant must specify the previous nationality of both the parents. Applicant should not leave that blank.
11. Photograph should be mandatorily uploaded before submitting the online application form.
12. Print and enclose duly filled checklist. Click here to download.
13. Print and enclose the Applicant Consent Form. Click Here to download the Application Consent Form.

• 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
Transit Visa	Up to 15 days/ Single or Double Entry	EUR 19.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 26.55

Special Category Visa Fees (as per below details)

For Nationals of Countries	Duration of Visa	Visa Fee	ICWF Fee	Alankit Service Fee	Facial Biometric Fee	Facial Biometric Fee	Total Fee
Argentina	All Duration of Visa	EUR 0.00	EUR 0.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 4.55
Japan	All Duration of Visa	EUR 1.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 8.55
Nigeria	15 Days Single/Double Entry	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	1 Year	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 15 days (Single/Double Entry)	EUR 10.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 17.55
UK	All Duration of Visa	EUR 81.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 88.55
Ukraine	15 days (Single/Double Entry)	EUR 78.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 85.55
USA	15 days (Single/Double Entry)	EUR 38.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 45.55
Gratis Transit 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	apan, 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 Transit Visa

1. When is a transit visa required to enter India?
• In general, you need a transit visa if your stay in India is going to be between 24 and 72 hours. If you will be in India for a stay longer than 72 hours, you will require the proper visa, such as a Tourist or a Business visa. Please be aware that even if your stopover is under 24 hours, you will still need a visa in order to get through customs.
2. Is it feasible to obtain a transit visa at the airport in India?
• No, transit visas cannot be obtained at the immigration desks at India's ports of entry. Before leaving, you must apply for it in advance.
3. Can a foreign national on a Transit Visa avail of tourist facilities in India?
   • A foreign national (other than a Pakistani national) on Transit visa will be allowed to avail facilities provided under Tourist Visa. However, if the foreigner intends to perform some work or business in India, irrespective of the duration of his / her proposed stay, he / she should obtain a visa of the appropriate category.
4. Is it possible to obtain a Transit Visa for two entries into India during the same journey?
   • A person who desires to make two entries into India in transit in the course of the same journey can be granted a transit visa valid for two entries and for stay in transit for a period not exceeding 3 days for each journey.
5. Do travelers in direct air transit through India need a Transit Visa if they do not leave the airport?
   • A Transit visa is not required by a foreigner passing through, in direct transit by air, and travelling onward through India, provided he / she does not leave the specified juridiction of the airport.
6. Is a Transit Visa required for foreign nationals who remain on board their ship while it stops at an Indian port?
   • A Transit visa is not required by a foreigner who does not leave the ship while it halts at an Indian port.

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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