Pakistani Nationals and Persons of Pakistani Origin

Sri Lankan , Bangladeshi and Afghani Nationals and persons originating from these countries

Important instructions for visa seekers

1. All foreign nationals need a visa to enter India.
2. Visas are issued on passports and NOT on Travel Documents.  The passport should be valid for a minimum period of 190 days.
3. Visa application should be submitted in the prescribed form. Incomplete applications will not be processed.
4. The Consulate General of India reserves the right to delay or refuse visa without assigning any reasons.  Visas are issued subject to various checks and clearances.  Acceptance of visa application does not necessarily mean grant  of visa. 
5. Former Indian passport holders, while applying for a visa are required to submit their Canadian passport with their last Indian visa endorsement or their previous Indian passport (cancelled or otherwise) and Landing Paper.
6. Fee once charged will not be refunded even in cases where visa is refused or application is withdrawn.
7. No vaccination is necessary for those traveling to India from Canada.  However, persons coming from or passing through Yellow Fever infected areas are required to be in possession of a valid certificate of vaccination against Yellow Fever before arriving in India.  AIDS test is required for persons aged 18 years to 70 years who stay in India for one year or more.
8. Long Term Visa holders desirous of staying for more than 180 days are required to register at their nearest Foreigners Regional Registration Office or District Superintendents of Police in districts in the prescribed form.
9. Tourist Visa holders must ensure that there is a gap of 2 months between journeys to India. In case they want to visit India before 2 months gap, they will be required to take permission of Consulate General of India.

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