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A. Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) Cardholders

All OCI/PIO card holders are permitted to travel to India irrespective of their nationalities. It may be mentioned that the Government of India has also allowed extension till 31 December, 2021 for re-issuance of OCI card. Further, there is no need to carry the old passport on which the OCI was issued. Please see related details at https://www.indianembassyusa.gov.in/pages/NjI

The Government of India has restored most visas, which had been suspended earlier, except Tourist Visas (e-Tourist and regular Tourist Visa) issued before 6 October 2021 and e-Visas of all other types issued before 30 March, 2021 .
Tourist visas (electronic and regular) are also being issued as per details available at https://www.indianembassyusa.gov.in/extra?id=87
Applicants are also advised that the Embassy does not process e-visas and any enquiries in this regard will need to be made directly on the e-visa portal.
Nationals of Nepal and Bhutan are permitted to travel to India from any country (including any third country).
Tibetan migrants who have residence in India and holding Certificate of Identity issued by the Ministry of External Affairs and Return Visa to enter India, are permitted to travel to India. In case the visa has expired, an application for fresh visa may be made with the Embassy/concerned Consulate.

For any queries, the applicants may contact the Embassy or the respective Consulate depending on their location.

The Government of India has decided to permit all OCI/PIO card holders regardless of which country passport they hold. It may be mentioned that the Government of India has recently decided to grant further extension of time till 31 December, 2021 to get the OCI card re-issued and that there is no need to carry the old passport on which the OCI was issued. Please see related details at https://www.indianembassyusa.gov.in/pages/NjI

For any queries, the applicants may contact the Embassy or the respective Consulates depending on their location.

The Government of India has decided to permit all OCI/PIO card holders regardless of which country passport they hold. It may be mentioned that the Government of India has recently decided to grant further extension of time till 31 December, 2021 to get the OCI card re-issued and that there is no need to carry the old passport on which the OCI was issued, the details of which are available at https://www.indianembassyusa.gov.in/pages/NjI

Government of India has restored most of the visas, which had been suspended earlier.
Entry (X) Visa
Business (B) Visa
Employment (E) Visa
Student (S) Visa
In case the validity of such a visa has expired, an application to obtain a fresh visa of appropriate category may be made with the Embassy/concerned Consulate depending on the location of the applicant.
In addition, w.e.f. 30 March, 2021 the Government of India has opened e-visas for the following categories, the details of which are available at https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html :
eMedical Visa;
eBusiness Visa;
eConference Visa; and
eMedical Attendant Visa

However, it may be noted that previous valid e-visas for the above categories, as well as for other categories, including eTourist Visa, will continue to remain suspended. Applicants with e-visa for the above categories, which have been obtained on or after 30 March, 2021 will be allowed entry into India. The applicants are also advised that the Embassy does not process the e-visas and any enquiries in this regard will need to be made directly on the e-visa portal.

In addition, applications for Medical Visas, including for Medical Attendants, by foreign nationals intending to visit India for emergency medical treatment, may also be made with the Embassy/concerned Consulate.
Foreign nationals not covered by the above categories requiring travel to India urgently due to a family emergency may make an application for Entry Visa. Such visas will be issued on a case-to-case basis depending on the merit of the case.

12 April 2021

The Government of India has decided to permit all OCI/PIO card holders regardless of which country passport they hold.

The Government of India has restored most of the visas, which had been suspended earlier. However, these do not include electronic visas (e-Visa) of any type, Tourist Visa and Medical Visa, which continue to remain suspended.
Below is the list of some of the categories where in case the applicant has a valid regular paper visa (and not an electronic visa), there is no need for a fresh visa:
Entry (X) Visas
Business (B) Visas
Employment (E) Visas
Student (S) Visas
In case of Medical Visas, including for Medical Attendants, foreign nationals intending to visit India for emergency medical treatment, may also make an application with the Embassy/concerned Consulate.

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How To Apply For USA Tourist Visa From India - A Step By Step Guide

HOW TO APPLY FOR USA TOURIST VISA FROM INDIA – A STEP BY STEP GUIDE

If you are planning to travel to the USA for tourism, you will need a tourist visa. Here is a step by step guide for you if you wish to apply for the USA Tourist Visa from India.

Before applying for visa, you must know about the visa requirements including the documents required to submit with your visa application. The document requirement depends upon the profile of visa applicant. Therefore, it is important to collect and arrange the documents according to your profile. Let us now have a look at the required documents according to different profiles.

COMMON DOCUMENTS

Irrespective of the profile of the applicant, here is a list of the common documents that are required to be submitted mandatorily while applying for tourist visa of the USA.

Passport – Passport is an essential travel document for travelling abroad and every applicant must possess a passport that is valid up to at least three months from travel date. The passport must also have at least two blank pages. We would like to recommend that if your passport is going to expire within six months, you must renew it before applying for visa.

Visa Application Form – To obtain USA non-immigrant visa, you must fill out the DS 160 application form on the USA Immigration website. As it I an online application, the applicant is not required to sign the application.

Note – Keep in mind! Avoid mistakes in the application form because your visa success depends on this form and any small or silly mistakes may result into rejection. Counselor Officer issues visa on the basis of the information that is provided by the applicant in the main application form. Feel free to contact us to know more about information about the visa application form.

Family Information – The applicant is required to fill details about the all the family members in application form even his/her family members are not travelling with him/her. The information required includes –

· DOB

· Relation to applicant

· Address

Financial Documents – During the USA visa interview, the visa officer may ask the applicant for his/her financial documents. Therefore, to avoid any confusion and hustle at that time, here is a list of the financial documents that you should arrange.

1. Bank Statement

The USA Visa Consulate may ask for a bank statement to show money which the applicant is going to use while travelling. Therefore, the applicant must have the bank statement of last three months to show to the USA consulate general.

2. Income Tax Return

If the applicant is working, he/she can also show the Income Tax Return of previous three years, if asked at the visa office. In case the applicant is working and is not having an ITR, he/she can also show Form 16 in exchange.

Note – Farmers can submit their Income Certificate from Tehsil of their district instead of ITR.

3. Pan Card/Tax Number

Applicant must submit tax number document along with the visa application. In India, the tax number is given on the Pan Card, therefore, Indian citizens have to submit their Pan Card.

4. CA Report/ Property Evaluation

Applicant can show a property evaluation report to show assets and financial ties in the home country in order to convince the visa Consulate that he/she will return back to the home country.

Travel Itinerary

To apply for USA tourist visa, the applicant must submit a travel itinerary to the Visa Consulate. Here is the list of documents for the travel itinerary.

· Hotel Booking

· Day to day travel plan

· Pre-booked or dummy flight booking

Photographs and Biometric – The Visa Application Centre (VFS) will collect the applicant’s photograph and fingerprint before the day of interview.

These are some common documents that are required to be submitted while applying for USA Tourist Visa. However, there are some other documents that need to be deposited while applying for a Tourist Visa. These documents are as per their profession of the applicant. Lets us now have a look on it.

SPECIFIC DOCUMENTS

Apart from the above-mentioned common documents, various specific documents are also required depending upon the profile of the applicant.

If the Applicant is Self Employed – If the applicant is doing business or is otherwise self-employed, then these are the documents tha may be asked by the visa officer at the time of interview.

1) For Proprietor – If the applicant is a proprietor, the following documents are needed –

· Business Registration: The applicant must have a valid registration certificate from the government or authorization. In India, you can show a GST registration certificate or MSME registration certificate.

· Tax invoice or sale/purchase bill.

· The applicant can also submit rent agreement copy or shop ownership certificate.

· Current account: The visa officer can also ask for current account details of the applicant.

2) For Partnership – If the applicant is doing business in partnership, then visa officer may ask for some extra documents during the visa interview. These documents include –

· Partnership Deed

· Current Account

· Company Tax Number: C ompany’s Tax Number or a PAN Card in the name of the company.

· Balance Sheet: The balance sheet is also a recommended document for getting visa as it shows the annual income of the applicant from the business.

3) For Farmers – If the applicant is in the business of farming and is planning to apply for USA Tourist Visa, he must also carry these documents –

· Income certificate (If not having an ITR).

· J form which is for the sale receipt of the crops.

· Agriculture land registration proof

· Purchase receipts of pesticides on the applicant’s name.

· Purchase receipts of agriculture machinery on the applicant’s name.

4) If involved in Dairy Farming – In case of dairy farming, following documents must be carried by the applicant –

· Receipt of milk sale.

· Any pet animal insurance receipts.

· Money receiving proof (in account).

If the Applicant is doing Job – Those who are doing a job in any company need to carry the following documents while going for the interview –

1) NOC (No Objection Certificate) – The applicant will get a no objection certificate from the company in which he/she is working. In this letter, the employer will mention that they do not have any objection if the applicant is travelling to USA for tourism.

2) Salary Slips

3) Salary statement

USA VISA APPLICATION FEES

The USA, multiple tourist visa application fee is $160 USD per applicant which is equivalent to approximately 12,000 INR.

Visa application fee is non-refundable.

STEP BY STEP PROCESS FOR ONLINE VISA APPLICATION

If you are looking to apply for USA Tourist Visa, then you should follow these steps –

Step 1: Create DS160 account online (Be careful while filling all the details as it may affect The USA tourist visa decision).

Step 2: Fill the DS160 Application Form.

Step 3: Recheck all the details and submit the DS160 form online.

Step 4: After submitting the form, you will receive confirmation. Take a print of the confirmation.

Step 5: Create an account on US docs.

Step 6: Pay the USA visa application fee online or via axis bank.

Step 7: Book biometric and visa interview appointment. You will have to visit VFS for biometric and Embassy for interview.

Step 8: The visa decision will be taken on the spot and the same will be intimated to you.

Step 9: Visa will be stamped within two or three days.

Step 10: You can collect your passport from VFS or it will be sent through courier to your address.

As the validity of USA visa is 10 years, you can travel multiple times within your visa validity.

DO’S AND DON’TS

Here are some points that should be kept in mind while applying for USA Tourist Visa.

· Apply at least six to eight weeks before travel date for best and smooth process.

· Fill up DS160 form carefully.

· Never submit false documents with the application as it may result into refusal and five years ban.

· Don’t hide refusal if you are refused from any country.

1. At the time of departure, carry all the important documents because visa officer may ask you at the time of entry in the USA border.

2. Travel visa is a short stay visa. So, at the airport, you will get entry permit for some days or some months but you will not be able to stay there for more than six months even if you have ten years multiple tourist visa.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT USA TOURIST VISA

Can I work during a tourist visa?

No, you are not allowed to work in the USA while on Tourist Visa.

Can I apply for Citizenship while in the USA on tourism?

No, as you are on a tourist visa, so you are not allowed to apply for Citizenship. Moreover, we will not recommend you to breach any immigration law.

Can I join study in the USA during tourism?

No, but you can apply for a student visitor visa to study for a short period.

What if my visa expires while I am still in the USA?

You must return to your home country before your visa expires. However, if there is a genuine reason to stay, you must apply for the visa extension.

HOW CAN BLUEBIRD TRIVO HELP YOU?

We are a team of experienced and qualified members. We are in the visa industry since 2015 and have processed thousands of successful visa applications. We are providing online and offline visa services for more 55 countries. Not just Indian citizens but people of other countries also take our services online despite of their nationalities.

If you are looking to apply for a non-immigrant visa for the USA in any of the categories, you can rely upon us and we assure the best guidance on every single step. Our team helps the applicants in filling out their visa application forms, writing covering letters, arranging documents, preparing for interviews (if required), making itinerary, and guiding them in collecting essential documents required for successfully obtaining visa.

HOW DO WE WORK?

When the applicants submit their visa application online on Bluebird Trivo portal, our team members contact the applicants through phone and email within few hours for further steps.

The applicant can also submit the required documents on our portal or send it to us via email. The applicants can also submit the documents through WhatsApp for easily initiating the application process.

We process the visa application within 24 hours of receiving all the required documents. So, if you are looking to apply for the USA Tourist Visa, you should definitely get in touch with our team and we will provide you the best services to ensure easy visa approval.

Note: Visa documents checklist depends upon the applicant’s nationality as the citizens of some countries are covered under visa waiver program, because of which, they do not require visa for traveling to the USA. Such people can easily get entry permit at the port of entry.

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Q.My old passport with ‘valid Indian visa’ is lost. How can I get fresh visa on new passport?

A. Same category visa can not be re-issued, even on different passport, to an applicant during the validity of existing visa . Fresh visa will be issued only when first visa has either expired or is lost (Police report of lost passport is required).

Q. What is eligible criteria to get Indian Tourist Visa ?

A. Indian Tourist visa is granted to a foreigner whose sole objective of visiting India is recreation, sight seeing, casual visit to meet friends or relatives, attending a short term yoga programme, short duration medical treatment including treatment under Indian systems of medicine etc. and no other purpose/ activity (Short term yoga programme means a yoga programme not exceeding 6 months duration and not issued with a qualifying certificate/ diploma etc.)

Q. How to apply for Indian Visa ? How much time it will take ?

A: Please follow these steps for Visa application :

a. Visit CKGS website ( https://www.in.ckgs.us ) and apply online.

b. Pay required fees online & Submit your application

c. Print your submitted application

d. Submit physical copy of application along with required documents to CKGS center by Walk in or Mail/Post :

CKGS (Visa / OCI / PIO / Renunciation of Indian Citizenship Department)

235 West 23rd Street, Level 2, New York, NY 10011.

Processing Time : If everything are in order (i.e documentation etc.) it will take 4-5 working days for US Passport holder (excluding VFS mailing time).

Q. My Passport will be expiring soon/running out of pages which has valid Indian visa in it (and I already applied for my new Passport), Can I travel on valid visa on my old Passport ?

A: Yes, your Visa is valid till it expiry date, but while traveling you have to carry this old Passport with valid visa along with your new Passport.

Q. While applying Visa online on CKGS website, they ask previous Visa number, which I have not remember, what should I do?

A: If you do not remember your previous visa number then skip that portion and complete the online application.

Q. I applied for Visa on CKGS website but not getting appointment, what should I do ?

A . If you are not getting appointment on desired date please select walk in option which is always open.

Q. I am US passport holder of Pakistani origin, applied for Indian Visa on CKGS website but not getting any update on my visa status, what should I do ?

A. In this case administrative process will take minimum 45 working days. Once concerned authority approved it we will intimate you accordingly.

Q. I am holding dual nationality (i.e. Pakistan & USA) & also holding two Passports (i.e Pakistan & USA), on which Passport I need to apply for Visa ?

A. Pakistani nationals holding dual nationality must apply only on their Pakistani Passports.

Q. I am holding dual nationality (i.e. Pakistan & USA), but holding only one Passport (i.e. USA), which documents are required to apply Visa ?

A. USA passport holders of Pakistani origin must submit their visa application form along with:

a. Certificate of Renunciation of Pakistani Citizenship

b. US passport with valid Pakistani visa OR Copy of the Pakistan Overseas Card

Q. I am Pakistani Passport holder, Can I choose my entry port in India & book the flight tickets accordingly ?

A. No, you can not choose your entry Ports in India & book tickets until a visa decision has been made.

Q. I am Indian origin of US Citizen, Can I apply for emergency Visa ?

A. Yes, you can apply for Emergency Visa through CKGS website ( https://www.in.ckgs.us/visa ).

Q. I have applied Indian visa for my minor Son/Daughter and CKGS kept his/her application on hold due to lack of Parental authorization, what should I do ?

A. Parental authorization signed by both the parents is must, you have to submit this documents to CKGS to avoid further delay.

Q. I have applied for Indian visa for my minor Son/Daughter, Should my son/daughter needs to be present at VFS center for interview ?

A. No need for child to be present. Please submit notarized parental authorization signed by both parents along with other documents to process the visa.

Q. I have applied for E-visa and status is pending, could you please let me know the status of my E-Visa ?

A. E-visa is directly handled by authority in India, Consulate has no role in e-Visa, please do notcontact consulate for e-visa , for more details please visit : https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/tvoa.html . If you would like to apply for R egular V isa please visit (which is handled by consulate): ( https://www.in.ckgs.us/visa ).

Q. What is authentic website of E-Visa ?

A. https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/tvoa.html

Q. What is the Processing timing for E-visa ?

A. E-visa is directly handled by authority in India, C onsulate has no role in E -Visa, please do not contact consulate for E -visa . For more details please visit : https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/tvoa.html

Q. What is the Processing timing for Regular Visa through CKGS ?

A. Once we receive the visa application from CKGS and if everything is in order (i.e. documentation etc.) then processing time will be as per below (excluding CKGS processing time);

a. US passport holders (2-3 working days)

b. Passport holders of other countries (5-10 working days)

c. Pakistan Passport holder OR Pakistani origin of US passport holders(minimum 45 working days)

Q. I entered wrong name/data in CKGS online visa form, how to edit it ?

A. Please contact CKGS helpline : https://www.in.ckgs.us/feedback/ OR Phone : 516-206-1483 / 646-589-0088

Q. Can I book my Air Ticket before getting the visa?

A. No bookings or travel arrangements should be confirmed until a visa decision has been made. Consulate will not be responsible for any loss of bookings made in anticipation of obtaining a Visa.

Q. If my visa is issued, from when does the validity begin?

A. The validity of the visa begins from the date it is issued and not from the date of your departure mentioned on the application form.

Q. What are the Emergency Visas?

A. Please visit our website and follow these steps :

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Q. Can I send my visa application directly to Consulate ?

Q. I have only one blank page left in my passport, can I apply for visa ?

A . No, for Visa minimum two blank pages in passport is required.

Q. I want to visit Sikkim/Arunachal Prades in India, how to get Restricted/Protected Area Permission ?

Q. How to get Restricted/Protected Area Permission ?

A. Foreign nationals intending to visit a place falling in the Protected/ Restricted Area in India, may submit an application for the grant of Protected/Restricted Area Permit to Concerned offices in particular Indian states OR nearest Indian Mission/Post. This requirement is in addition to getting an Indian visa. It will take shorter time, if the traveler apply for RAP from Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) /Resident Commissioners of the Concerned State Govt. through nearest metropolitan City OR through travel/tour operators in India. If traveler apply in Indian Mission/Post abroad, it will take around 5-6 weeks to process. For more details please visit: https://mha.gov.in/PDF_Other/AnnexVII_01022018.pdf

Q. Is there any restrictions on Indian Tourist Visa holder to re-entry in India within 2 months ?

A. With effect from January 24, 2013, the gap of two months required between visits to India of a foreign national on a Tourist Visa would be applicable only in the case of nationals of Afghanistan, China, Iran, Pakistan, Iraq, Sudan, foreigners of Pakistan origin and Stateless persons.

Q. I am traveling to Nepal via Delhi, do I need Indian transit Visa ?

A. Transit visa is not required by a foreigner passing through, in direct transit by air, and traveling onward through India, provided he/she does not leave the specified precincts of the airport. A transit visa is not required by a foreigner who does not leave the ship while it halts at an Indian port.

Q. 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 ?

Entry Visa : 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.

Business Visa : Those going to India for short term paid performances e.g an artist going for painting exhibition, musician for musical shows etc have to apply for Business Visa.

Employment Visa : Those going to India for long term paid performances e.g an artist going for painting exhibition, musician for musical shows etc have to apply for Employment Visa.

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How to apply for a US Tourist visa in India

If you are an Indian citizen and wish to travel to America, you can apply for a US Tourist Visa online. iVisa helps you fill out the DS-160 form online and assist with the application process or renewal of your B1/B2 visa for the United States. Read on for more information.

Filling out the DS-160 form online correctly is the most important aspect of the process that will definitely increase your approval chances of getting your B1/B2 visa for the first time or renewing it successfully. Let iVisa guide you through the process to apply or renew your US visa .

Here is everything you need to know about how to apply for a US Tourist visa from India including the visa interview requirements.

What is the B1/B2 visa?

The American B1/B2 visa is one of the most requested visas in the world and enables travelers to enter the United States of America.

The B1 Category is for travelers visiting the US for business or to participate in business meetings, events, congresses, fairs, or scientific, educational, or professional conventions. On the other hand, the B2 Category is for people traveling to the US for tourism, pleasure, or medical treatment.

What it takes to get a US Tourist Visa from India

A DS-160 non-immigrant form is used for temporary visits to the United States for foreign nationals, such as Indian citizens. It must be submitted electronically to the US Department of State website. The information of the visa applicant on the DS-160 form will be used to process the US visa application combined with a visa interview.

What are the requirements for an online DS-160 exam?

You don't have to meet many requirements for the DS-160 exam . All you need to provide is:

A valid passport: Anyone who wants to make the US visa application from India must have a valid passport valid for at least another six months after the date of intended arrival in the US.

An applicant photo: Along with the application form, you will need to upload a picture of yourself. You must upload a recent photo and meet the requirements, as well as print it to bring to the visa appointment.

A payment method: this can be a credit or debit card to pay the processing fee.

Application form for the US visitor visa from India

Next, you should check the program listing. We have simplified the US tourist visa from India application to just three simple steps:

First, you will have to provide some personal details and travel information. This will affect the visa fee of your US Tourist visa form.

You will be asked to make a payment and review your form to ensure it is error-free. You will need to make the application again if you make an error.

You will be required to upload supporting documents, such as a passport photo, when you move on to the next step. Besides, you will be notified if additional documents are required for the visa application.

Once you are done, you can submit the application for a US visitor visa from India. You will be directed to a confirmation page. We will send the confirmation letter email .

The process to renew your B1/B2 visa

To renew your B1/B2 visa with iVisa is pretty simple. Simply:

Fill out the simplified iVisa application form.

Receive support from your iVisa Expert from start to end.

Send the required documentation according to the instructions we give you or attend the interview if necessary.

Pick up your passport with your new visa and get ready to travel!

Processing time & cost of the B1/B2 visa application

When applying through iVisa, we charge a processing fee to process the application form on your behalf.

Standard processing takes 30 days and costs USD $369.99

Please note that the Indian government charges a fee of 160 USD, this is additional to our processing fee, which can be paid from a bank in India.

More information about the visa process for the US tourist visa from India

After completing the DS-160 non-immigrant visa form, it is important to follow the next steps of the application process. You will have to print the form and barcode page, and schedule a visa interview appointment at a visa application center if this is your first time applying for a B1/B2 visa. In addition, you must pay the visa application fee .

Requirements to renew your visa without an interview

If you want to apply to renew your B1/B2 visa, you can apply for a visa interview waiver if you meet one of the following requirements:

Your last US visa did not expire more than 24, 36, or 48 months ago (depending on your nationality), or it must still be valid.

Applicants under 14 or over 79 years of age can also apply for the visa renewal without having to attend an interview.

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1.The Government of India has decided to issue fresh tourist visas with effect from 15 October, 2021 for group tourism and from 15 November, 2021 for individual travel. In this context, the following may be noted:

All foreign nationals intending to visit India for tourism will be allowed to enter India on e-Tourist Visa/regular paper Tourist Visa through chartered flights (for group tourism only) with effect from 15 October, 2021.

All foreign nationals intending to visit India for individual tourism purposes will be permitted to enter India on e-Tourist Visa/regular paper Tourist Visa with effect from 15 November, 2021. Such travel will be allowed through Vande Bharat Mission, Air Bubble Scheme or by any scheduled/non-scheduled commercial flight allowed by the Indian Ministry of Civil Aviation.

Foreign nationals will not be allowed to enter India through land routes on e-Tourist Visa/regular paper Tourist Visa.

A Single Entry e-Tourist Visa/regular paper Tourist Visa valid for a stay of up to 30 days will be issued, which will have to be utilized within a period of 120 days from the date of issue . This visa will be issued on a gratis basis for a limited time once to each applicant. However, VFS service charge and payments on account of value-added services like courier, etc. will need to be made.

It may be noted that existing valid e-Tourist Visa/regular paper Tourist Visa issued before 6 October, 2021 will continue to remain suspended and travel on such visas is not permitted.

2. The process of obtaining e-Tourist Visa/Regular Tourist Visa may be accessed at the following links:

e-Tourist Visa - https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html . The applicant may note that the Embassy does not process e-visas and any enquiries in this regard will need to be made directly on the e-visa portal.

Regular Tourist Visa through VFS Global with effect from 13 December, 2021 (12:01 AM Eastern Standard Time) - https://visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/ind

3. Applicants are also advised to go through the guidelines for international travel to India available at https://www.indiainatlanta.gov.in/public_files/assets/pdf/GuidelinesforInternationalarrivalsdated30thNovember2021.pdf --> https://www.indiainatlanta.gov.in/public_files/assets/pdf/GuidelinesforInternationalarrivalsupdatedon10thFebruary2022.pdf

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1. The Government of India has decided to issue fresh tourist visas with effect from 15 October, 2021 for group tourism and from 15 November, 2021 for individual travel. In this context, the following may be noted:

(i)All foreign nationals intending to visit India for tourism will be allowed to enter India on e-Tourist Visa/regular paper Tourist Visa through chartered flights (for group tourism only) with effect from 15 October, 2021.

(ii) All foreign nationals intending to visit India for individual tourism purposes will be permitted to enter India on e-Tourist Visa/regular paper Tourist Visa with effect from 15 November, 2021. Such travel will be allowed through Vande Bharat Mission, Air Bubble Scheme or by any scheduled/non-scheduled commercial flight allowed by the Indian Ministry of Civil Aviation.

(iii) Foreign nationals will not be allowed to enter India through land routes on e-Tourist Visa/regular paper Tourist Visa.

(iv) A Single Entry e-Tourist Visa/regular paper Tourist Visa valid for a stay of up to 30 days will be issued, which will have to be utilized within a period of 120 days from the date of issue . This visa will be issued on a gratis basis for a limited time once to each applicant.

(v) It may be noted that existing valid e-Tourist Visa/regular paper Tourist Visa issued before 6 October, 2021 will continue to remain suspended and travel on such visas is not permitted.

(a) e-Tourist Visa - https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html . The applicants may note that this is a completely online application process. The application process involves applying online and receiving Electronica Travel Authorization (ETA) by e-mail. The applicants should take the print-out of the ETA and present it at the immigration check post in India where e-visa will be stamped on the passport. The applicants may note that the Consulate does not process e-visas and any enquiries in this regard will need to be made directly on the e-visa portal.

(b) Regular Paper Tourist Visa through Consulate General of India. This application process involves filling up online application, and sending physical copy of the application to the Consulate along with passport and supporting documents https://indiainatlanta.gov.in/public_files/assets/pdf/Tourist_Visa_Guidelines_2021_oct21.pdf

(a) e-Tourist Visa - https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html . The applicant may note that the Consulate does not process e-visas and any enquiries in this regard will need to be made directly on the e-visa portal.

(b) Regular Tourist Visa through the Consulate General of India – ( click here )

3. Applicants are also advised to go through the guidelines for international travel to India available at https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/Guidelinesforinternationalarrivals17022021.pdf .

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Wait times for applicants eligible for Interview Waiver are applicable only for locations where applicants schedule appointments to submit their passport and any required documents to a U.S. embassy or consulate. The wait time estimate does not account for the time required for a consular officer to adjudicate the application nor mailing time of passports or other documents. Refer to the website of the Embassy or Consulate Visa Section where you will apply to determine your eligibility for Interview Waiver and for instructions for submitting a nonimmigrant visa application. Note that applicants must be a national or resident of the country where they are applying to be eligible to apply via Interview Waiver.

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Consular sections overseas may be able to expedite your interview date if there is an urgent, unforeseen situation such as a funeral, medical emergency, or school start date. The process to request an expedited nonimmigrant visa interview varies by location. You should refer to the instructions on the website of the Embassy or Consulate Visa Section where you will interview, or on their online appointment scheduling site. You will need to provide proof of the need for an earlier appointment.

In all cases : You must first submit the online visa application form (DS-160), pay the application fee, and schedule the first available interview appointment. Only at this point will a consular section consider your request for an expedited appointment.

Note: Travel for the purpose of attending weddings and graduation ceremonies, assisting pregnant relatives, participating in an annual business/academic/professional conference, or enjoying last-minute tourism does not qualify for expedited appointments. For such travel, please schedule a regular visa appointment well in advance.

These estimates do not include time required for administrative processing, which may affect some applications. When administrative processing is required, the timing will vary based on individual circumstances of each case.

There are only two possible outcomes for U.S. visa applications. The consular officer will either issue or refuse the visa. If a visa applicant has not established that he or she is eligible for a visa, the consular officer must refuse that application. However, some refused visa applications may require further administrative processing. When administrative processing is required, the consular officer will inform the applicant at the end of the interview. The duration of the administrative processing will vary based on the individual circumstances of each case. At the conclusion of the administrative processing period, the consular officer might conclude that an applicant is now qualified for the visa for which he or she applied. The officer may also conclude that the applicant remains ineligible for a visa. Visa applicants are reminded to apply early for their visas, well in advance of the anticipated travel date.

Important Notice: Except in cases of emergency travel (i.e. serious illnesses, injuries, or deaths in your immediate family), before making inquiries about status of administrative processing, applicants should wait at least 180 days from the date of interview or submission of supplemental documents, whichever is later.

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Airlines to introduce digital health passport for hassle-free travel

A travel pass or digital health passport is gaining momentum as a key to unlock air travel across geographies. The travel between USA and India won’t be an exception to this in 2021. In the second half of 2020, IATA called for a digital heath passport as a global solution to facilitate air travel amid country-specific entry requirements, visa restrictions, border closure, etc. The IATA Travel Pass is all set for a pilot trial with the objective of “informing travelers on what tests, vaccines and other measures they need prior to travel, enabling them to share their test results and vaccination reports in a verifiable, safe manner and giving governments the confidence to reopen the borders.”

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Immigration clearance at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Airport was an ordeal, at times, due to a huge rush of international arrivals on VBM and air bubble flights. Therefore, the airport has installed e-gates that completely automates the immigration clearance process and makes it contactless both for inbound and outbound travelers. New Delhi International Airport’s e-gates make faster passenger identity and document verification possible without human intervention, thereby eliminating the nuances of boarding long-haul flights in the last minute and particularly when the immigration checkpoint is staffed with limited manpower. The fast, automated, contactless immigration clearance process at India’s biggest and busiest airport will be operational in March 2021.

Seattle gets more connectivity to India in 2021

On the west coast, Seattle and San Francisco are the only cities to get better connected to India with both one-stop and nonstop flights. American Airlines’ nonstop flights from Seattle to Bengaluru , which was postponed from 2020 to 2021 due to the pandemic, will possibly be launched later this year . It is one of the most awaited routes between the USA and India in 2021. Seattle to Doha and Seattle to London Heathrow are the two new routes adding to the connectivity between India and the West Coast of USA.

From January 29, 2021, Qatar Airways’ four weekly services to Seattle will provide seamless one-stop connections to the airline’s destinations in India via Doha. By the end of March 2021, American Airlines will start flying from Seattle to London Heathrow – which will connect to India on British Airways’ codeshare flights. Currently, Seattle is served by Lufthansa and British Airways.

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Using the train service to and from BLR Airport, passengers traveling alone can avoid the vehicular traffic chaos in Bengaluru, ‘the most traffic congested city in the world’ as per a report published by The Economic Times in June 2020.

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Getting India E-Tourist visa for US citizens – Updated 2021 COVID Rules

India is seen as a fantasy land and one which you need visit at least once in your lifetime to experience the meaning of life. This was made easy when the Indian government introduced India E-Tourist visa for US Citizens which means you can get your visa approved online, no need to visit a consulate or get appointments!!.

After covid reopening the government also announced 500,000 free visas based on first come first serve basis . So if you plan on getting your India visa then this is the best time to apply.As of Nov 2021, US nationals can apply for India eTV by following the new guidelines and rules which will be detailed in this article.

If you would like to outsource your visa headache, then apply for your visa with us and get your India tourist visa approved in 2 working days.

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India government as waived off India visa fee for the first 500,000 applications . Apply now to get your India visa at just processing fee cost of $25 with us . We also take care of procuring your mandatory self declaration form for all foreigners visiting India.

Note: The duration of stay will be limited to 30 till Feb 2022.

American citizens are in second place in the list of foreign nationals applying for India e-tourist visa consistently. We do believe these numbers since we process 1000s of visas for Americans every month.

It is now mandatory to get COVID related travel insurance for visa application. Get your travel insurance at just $1 per day with visitorscoverage.com

Types Of Indian E-Tourist Visa For American Citizens

Generally, there would be many types of India visa to suit every need and requirement. But since COVID has it the number of visas available to the tourists has been limited to just 1 type. Only 30 days single entry visa can be applied.

Note: As of Nov 2021, only 30 days single entry visa can be applied for all foreign tourists to India. This article will be updated once we have an official government circular for the availability of other visas.

Also note that you must have filled a self declaration form before you enter India and need to be submitted. Also vaccination certificate will be needed.

30 days India tourist visa , this is applicable for US citizen who is visiting India for a short duration of 30 days Single entry which means you can enter India only once . Once your visa is approved you will need to make use of this visa within 120 days . Check your visa approval copy to know the exact expiry date of your visa.

60 days India tourist visa , ( Not available as of Nov 2021 )this is applicable for US national who is visiting India for a short duration of 60 days. This visa allows double entry which means you can exit & enter India twice.

1 year India tourist e-visa (Not available as of Nov 2021) , this is for anyone one who want to explore the whole country or in general stay for one full year but you can stay for continuous 180 days only after which you need to exit the country and re-enter. This visa is popular among American tourists who want to explore Nepal and Sri Lanka along with India. So you can take a short break to any of these countries and then reset the number of days you can stay in India.

5 years tourist e-visa (Not available as of Nov 2021) , gives you 5 years of validity and it is multiple entry visa. With this visa you can stay for a maximum period of 90 days at a time as long as your visa is valid. The stay period is extended to 180 days for UK passport holders only.

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We also take care of procuring your mandatory self declaration form for all foreigners visiting India at an all inclusive charge of $25.

Requirements for US citizens to apply for India Tourist Visa

The documentation for India visa is fairly simple but cumbersome to fill as the application form is fairly lengthy because of which you may make mistakes or a small typo can lead to rejection of your visa. Make sure you allocate 3 hours of your time, grab a cup of coffee before you work on your application. You also need to keep the passport and work related information of yourself, your spouse & parents in hand before you apply for India eTV visa.

So proceed with caution. And ensure you double check your visa application.

Documents needed for India e-Tourist visa are:

Passport front and back scanned copy.
A passport size photo soft copy in a white background
Parents (both mom and dad) information
Spouse’s information
Port of entry in India
Work related information
A valid COVID Insurance. (You can apply below)

Image specifications are really strict so follow the below guideline for India visa photo specification.

Beware of India visa scams

There have been a lot of sites which are designed just like India visa and have been charging exorbitant processing fees of $100 or more with false claims of express or emergency visas. These are not possible and are fake.

Government of India has not authorized any agent or intermediary to charge any fee for facilitation of emergency / express Visa/eVisa. India government advisory

So if someone is charging you more or if someone is promising you fast or express India visas, do not fall for the trap. It is fine taking consultation for a reasonable fee.

Also once you get your visa make sure you are double checking your visa online with your applicationID to see if your visa is genuine. You can verify your visa authenticity on the government website.

What is the fee for India e-Tourist visa for US Nationals ?

The regular, India Visa fees for US Citizens are mentioned below. But as mentioned earlier, Indian government has announced free visa for the first 500,000 applicants , so you can apply for your India visa with us at get it just at processing fee cost of $25 !!.

Also note that as of Nov 2021, only e-Tourist visa of 30 days can be applied. Others are not available due to COVID

India E-Tourist visa fee for US citizens is $25 (£20). Banks charge an additional 2.5% of the above amount as their service charge. If you sought the service of a travel agent, then expect to pay anywhere between £10 to £20 extra as a service fee.

What is the processing time for India visa ?

Since this visa is online, the processing time visas is the same as other countries which is 72 working hours . You need to also apply for your visa at least 48 hours before your departure after which you will not be even able to submit the form.

You can submit a maximum of 120 days before your departure if you want the extra peace of mind and do not want to scramble at the last minute. But due to the current COVID-19 pandemic in India, we suggest to apply for your visa 1 week before departure and also book fully refundable flights for extra caution.

Is visa on Arrival available for US Citizens to visit India ?

No, visa on arrival has been stopped for all nationals since 2015 and replaced by India e-Tourist visa for US citizens. You need to get a pre-authorised visa before entering India . Also note that you will need to fill out a self declaration form before you enter the country in regards to COVID protocol.

Do US citizens need a visa for travel to India?

All U.S. citizens need a valid passport and valid Indian visa to enter and exit India for any purpose. If you want a short-stay tourist visa or India business visa , then you can get an online India visa from the government via a competent travel agent or you can try for it yourself.

US citizens whose sole purpose is tourism and who wish to stay in India up to a period of not longer than 60 days can apply for an electronic travel authorization at least 4 days prior to their arrival in India.

Apart from these documents, you may also need to keep details of your parents and your work-related information and passport details of your spouse handy.

The India visa agent we apply through accept photographs of any format and size. They even accept photographs that are taken on your iPhone.They themselves edit it to the required specification and process the application . See if your agent provides this facility to get indian visa for us citizens .

If you are planning to apply by yourself, keep all the documents and photographs in the required format and specification before you start filling in the application.

How long will it take for approval of my Indian E-Tourist visa?

It can take anywhere from two to four days to get your Indian E-Tourist visa approved. Provided all the information and supporting documents you furnished are correct and the Indian Embassy does not ask you for any additional documents.

FAQ’s on Indian E-Tourist visa for US Citizens

Does india provide visa on arrival.

No, India replaced the earlier visa on arrival system with E-visas. It is mandatory for foreign citizens to have a valid visa before arriving in India including US passport holders

What is the validity of E-Tourist visa?

Validity of E-Tourist visas is 1 year earlier it was 30 days. As of Nov 2021, only 30 days visa is provided. This will be soon changed to allow for other visas once the COVID pandemic subsides.

Can I extend my E-Tourist visa from India?

None of the E-Visas is extendable or convertible. You need to very careful while choosing your visa.

If I cancel my e tourist visa application, will the fee be refunded to me?

The visa fee is non-refundable. You will not get a refund if you cancel your visa.

Is the E-Tourist visa a single or multiple entry visa?

E-Tourist visa holds double entry benefits unless mentioned otherwise in your visa document.

Is the e-Tourist Visa valid for cruise ships?

India E-Tourist visa is valid for cruise ships docking at the following designated seaports: Cochin Goa Mangalore If you are taking a cruise which docks in another seaport, you must have a traditional visa stamped inside the passport.

Is it mandatory to get vaccinated before travelling to India?

Vaccination is not mandatory before your trip to India, it is highly recommendable that you do.

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