Passport, FRRO and visa application offices across 13 Indian cities, the authorised visa centres, and embassy contacts for 33 countries.
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New Delhi hosts the Ministry of External Affairs and most foreign embassies. The FRRO handles visa extensions, registrations, and exit permits for foreign nationals.
Mumbai is home to numerous consulates and major visa application centers including VFS Global, BLS International, and TLScontact serving travelers to the US, UK, Schengen countries, Canada, and more.
Chennai hosts consulates for the US, UK, Germany, France, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and many other nations. It is a major hub for South Indian visa processing.
Kolkata has consulates for the US, UK, Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and neighboring countries. Visa-on-arrival is available at Kolkata airport for eligible nationalities.
Bengaluru has consulates for the US, UK, Germany, France, Israel, Singapore, and more. The city's visa application centers serve the large IT professional community traveling globally.
Hyderabad has consulates for the US, UK (Visa Application Centre), and several other nations. The city serves as a key processing hub for South and Central India.
Ahmedabad has a Regional Passport Office and multiple visa application centers serving Gujarat, handling visitor, business, and student visa applications.
Kochi serves as Kerala's primary visa processing hub, with consular access for the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and other Gulf countries prominent due to the large expatriate community.
Chandigarh serves Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh with passport and visa application services. It has a US Consulate and several visa application centers.
Goa is a popular tourist destination with visa-on-arrival facilities at its international airport. The FRRO in Panaji handles visa extensions for tourists who wish to extend their stay.
Pune has a growing visa application infrastructure serving students, IT professionals, and business travelers. Multiple visa application centers serve the city.
Jaipur serves Rajasthan with a full Regional Passport Office and visa application centers for major destinations including the US, UK, and Schengen countries.
Lucknow serves Uttar Pradesh and surrounding states with comprehensive passport and visa application services, including centers for US, UK, Canada, and Schengen visa applications.
These authorized service providers accept visa applications on behalf of foreign embassies and consulates. They are located in most major Indian cities and allow applicants to submit biometric data and documents before the embassy processes their visa.
These embassies are in Washington, D.C., USA and serve applicants living in the United States. Applying from India? Use the country's embassy or consulate in India, or its visa application centre.
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An embassy is the main diplomatic mission located in a country's capital city, headed by an ambassador. A consulate is a smaller diplomatic office usually located in major cities outside the capital, providing limited services like visa processing and citizen assistance. Embassies handle broader diplomatic relations, while consulates focus on specific services.
Yes, most embassies require you to schedule an appointment for visa services, notarial services, or consular assistance. Walk-in services are generally not available for visa applications. Always check the embassy's website for appointment booking procedures before visiting.
Generally, you should apply at the embassy or consulate of the country you plan to visit in your country of residence. Some countries allow you to apply at any embassy worldwide, but most require you to apply in your home country or the country where you have legal residence status.
Processing times vary significantly by country and visa type. Tourist visas can take anywhere from 3-15 business days, while student or work visas may take several weeks or months. Check our country-specific visa guides for detailed processing time information.
Required documents typically include a valid passport (with at least 6 months validity), completed visa application form, passport-sized photographs, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, bank statements, employment letter, and travel insurance. Check the specific visa requirements page for your destination country on our website.
Yes, embassies have the authority to reject visa applications for various reasons, including incomplete documentation, insufficient funds, previous immigration violations, unclear travel purpose, or security concerns. If your visa is rejected, you may reapply with additional supporting documents or appeal the decision depending on the country's policies.
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