FAQ
 

Answers
What do I need to apply for my Indian Tourist Visa?
- Original Passport - valid for at least 12 months
- Visa Processing Fee
- Two recent passport-sized photographs
- Application form completed and signed
- Copy of Travel Itinerary / Flight Details
- Stamped self-addressed special delivery envelope



What do I need to apply for my Indian Business Visa?
All documents required for the Indian Tourist Visa plus the following:
- A letter from the employer stating the nature of business, the reason and the duration of visit to India
- A business invitation from the company in India
NB: Additional documents may be required before a final decision on the application is made.



How long is the visa valid for?
Tourist Visas are normally granted for the duration of the visit. Tourist visas are generally valid for up to 6 months. Business Visas are normally granted for three or six months.


How long does my passport need to be valid for?
Your passport must be valid for at least 12 months.


How long does it take to organize?
The Express visa can be organized in just 5 working days, the Standard visa is organized in 10 working days.


How much does the visa cost?

Irish Residents:

-Tourist Visa, 6-Month (Express 5 working days Service): €125
-Tourist Visa, 6-Month (Standard 10 working days Service): €95

-Employment Visa, 6-Month (Standard 10 working days Service): €245
-Employment Visa, 12-Month (Standard 10 working days Service): €285
-Employment Visa, 24-Month (Standard 10 working days Service): €385

-Business Visa, 6-Month (Standard 10 working days Service): €285
-Business Visa, 12-Month (Standard 10 working days Service): €295
-Business Visa, 24-Month (Standard 10 working days Service): €385

NB: The listed visa fees apply for Irish Passport holders only. If you are a passport holder of another country and you are currently residing in Ireland please contact Visa First Help Desk to confirm the visa fee which will apply in your case.

UK Residents:
-Tourist Visa, 6-Month (Express 5 working days Service): £100
-Tourist Visa, 6-Month (Standard 10 working days Service): £85

-Employment Visa, 6-Month (Express 5 working days Service): £400
-Employment Visa, 6-Month (Standard 10 working days Service): £400

-Business Visa, 6-Month (Express 5 working days Service): €110
-Business Visa, 6-Month (Standard 10 working days Service): €110
-Business Visa, 12-Month (Express 5 working days Service): €160
-Business Visa, 12-Month (Standard 10 working days Service): €160
-Business Visa, 24-Month (Express 5 working days Service): €215
-Business Visa, 24-Month (Standard 10 working days Service): €215

NB: The listed visa fees apply for UK Passport holders only. If you are a passport holder of another country and you are currently residing in the UK please contact Visa First Help Desk to confirm the visa fee which will apply in your case.

Australian Residents:
-Tourist Visa (Standard 10 working days Service): AU$145

-Business Visa (Standard 10 working days Service): AU$145

NB: The above listed visa fees apply for Australian Passport holders only. If you are a passport holder of another country and you are currently residing in Australia please contact Visa First Help Desk to confirm the visa fee which will apply in your case.

New Zealand Residents:
-Tourist Visa, 6-Month (Express 1 week Service): NZ$170
-Tourist Visa, 6-Month (Standard 2 weeks Service): NZ$140

-Business Visa, 6-Month (Express 1 week Service): NZ$270
-Business Visa, 6-Month (Standard 2 weeks Service): NZ$240
-Business Visa, 12-Month (Express 1 week Service): NZ$360
-Business Visa, 12-Month (Standard 2 weeks Service): NZ$330
-Business Visa, 5-Year (Express 1 week Service): NZ$540
-Business Visa, 5-Year (Standard 2 weeks Service): NZ$510

NB: The above listed visa fees apply for New Zealand Passport holders only. If you are a passport holder of another country and you are currently residing in New Zealand please contact Visa First Help Desk to confirm the visa fee which will apply in your case.



How can I contact visa first?
You can email info@visafirst.com or phone us Ireland (+353 1 878 3329), UK (+44 207 659 9180)