India Visa

Tourist visas are not granted to individuals falling into the following categories, necessitating the application for an entry visa:

• Individuals of Indian origin.
• Spouses and children of individuals of Indian origin.

Entry Requirements

• Passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of arrival and should have at least two blank pages for stamping by Immigration Officer.
• Tourist Visas are valid from the date of issue. Visitors can stay for a maximum of 180 days in the country. However, US citizens may obtain a 5-10 year tourist visa, but the duration of stay per visit remains 180 days.
• Visa fees are payable in the local currency, with an additional service charge.
• Two passport size photos (2 inches x 2 inches) are required for visa application.
• Extended Visas are available for individuals of Indian origin holding Non-Indian passports, excluding those from Bangladesh and Pakistan.
• Visitors with visas exceeding 6 months' duration and intending to stay beyond the 180-day limit must register with the Foreigners' Regional Registration Office (FRRO) within 14 days of arrival in India.

Identity documents required for citizens of Nepal and Bhutan traveling to India are as follows:

1. A citizen of Nepal or Bhutan entering India via land or air over the Nepal or Bhutan border does not need a passport or visa for entry into India. However, they should possess one of the following identity documents:

• Nepalese/Bhutanese Passport
• Nepalese/Bhutanese Citizenship Certificate
• Voter Identification Card issued by the Election Commission of Nepal/Bhutan
• Limited validity photo-identity certificate issued by Nepalese Mission/Royal Bhutanese Mission in India when deemed necessary
• For children aged 10-18 years, a photo ID issued by the Principal of the School, if accompanied by parents having valid travel documents. No such document is required for children below 10 years.

2. A citizen of Nepal or Bhutan must have a Passport when entering India from a place other than Nepal/Bhutan.
3. A citizen of Nepal or Bhutan must obtain a visa for India if entering from China, Macau, Hong Kong, Pakistan, and Maldives.
4.. If a citizen of Nepal or Bhutan visits India on a valid Nepalese/Bhutanese passport, they may not be allowed to proceed to any third country from India unless they obtain a 'No Objection Certificate' from the Embassy of Nepal/Royal Bhutanese Mission in India.

Additionally:

• A photograph is necessary irrespective of age, even for minor children below 15 years of age, if their name is included in the passport of either of their parents.
• Minor children whose names are entered in their parent’s passport must obtain a valid Indian visa for travel to India.
• Children above the age of 16 years must possess a separate valid national passport to travel to India. Children who have arrived on their parent’s passport must obtain a separate passport when they attain the age of 16 years while in India.

Re-Entry Requirements

• Upon leaving India, your passport will be stamped indicating a two-month re-entry restriction, regardless of the visa duration.
• Re-entry permits are only issued in cases of emergency. To apply, visit the Indian High Commission or Consulate in your current country of residence or the one you are in. If the permit is granted, you must register at the Foreigners' Regional Registration Office (FRRO) within 14 days.

Visa Extensions

Tourist Visas can only be extended in cases of theft (stealing of passport and other important documents) or medical emergency. FRRO should be contacted in such cases. It is necessary to have a confirmed air ticket and photocopies of passport containing Indian Immigration Stamp and Indian visa to replace or apply for an exit visa. In such cases, FRRO may grant 14 days of extension if you meet the stringent criteria.

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